Staff Reports | Business & Commerce
Two hospitality executives have assumed leadership roles at Caesars Republic Scottsdale, a Hilton Hotel, with Ryan Kirby serving as general manager and Tim Keough serving as director of sales and marketing.
Mr. Kirby joined Caesars Republic Scottsdale during the hotel’s pre-opening phase in 2022 as director of sales and marketing, helping position and launch the luxury lifestyle property. He was recently promoted to general manager, overseeing hotel operations, financial performance, sales and marketing, food and beverage operations, guest experience and team development. The appointments reflect the property’s continued focus on hotel operations, guest service and business growth, according to a press release.
Mr. Kirby brings nearly two decades of hospitality experience spanning luxury hotels, resorts, lifestyle properties, sales and marketing, and full-service hotel operations. His career has included leadership positions with brands including Sheraton, W Hotels, Fairmont, Westin, Hilton and Caesars Republic Scottsdale.
Before joining Caesars Republic Scottsdale, Mr. Kirby served as director of sales and marketing for The Westin Tempe, where he later was promoted to general manager, expanding his responsibilities from commercial operations into overall hotel leadership.
Mr. Keough brings more than 20 years of experience in resort, lifestyle and full-service hotels. His career has included leadership roles with hospitality companies including Hyatt, Starwood, Hilton and Marriott Autograph Collection.
In 2015, Mr. Keough relocated to Phoenix as part of the opening team for The Camby Hotel. Since then, he has held director of sales and marketing positions with several Hilton-affiliated properties in Arizona.
As director of sales and marketing at Caesars Republic Scottsdale, Mr. Keough oversees the hotel’s sales, catering, events and marketing teams while leading business development and revenue strategy efforts.
