Waymore’s Guest House & Casual Club is pleased to announce the appointment of Avi Niego as the new general manager. With over 18 years of leadership in the hospitality industry, Niego brings a wealth of experience managing lifestyle hotels, mixed-use properties, and innovative food and beverage concepts across the country. In his new role, Niego will cultivate an atmosphere that celebrates the hyperlocal community of East Nashville, positioning Waymore’s as the premier destination in the heart of Nashville’s culturally diverse and eclectic scene.
Niego’s proven professional success includes serving as General Manager of Nashville’s Bobby Hotel, which achieved the AAA Four Diamond Award shortly after opening and earned a spot on USA Today’s list of “The Top 10 Best New Hotels in North America.” He also served as the director of hotel operations at Hotel ZaZa Dallas, as well as area general manager of NYLO Hotels in Texas. Most recently, Niego oversaw 1,200+ rooms of mixed-use multi-family and hotel space as vice president of operations at Akara Partners.
Boasting an MBA in Global Leadership Management and a bachelor’s degree in hospitality management from Johnson & Wales University, Niego is poised to lead Waymore’s Guest House & Casual Club into a new chapter of excellence. As general manager, Niego will leverage his nearly 20 years of experience in the industry on behalf of Waymore’s, enhancing hotel performance and taking an innovative approach to hospitality. His expertise in enhancing guest experiences through live music and space activation makes him an effortless fit for his new role.
