WHO WE ARE

Founder & President

As Founder and President of Somnium Hospitality Group, Steven oversees all aspects of Property Management and Asset Management. Steven quickly developed a passion for hospitality from his first position at The Ritz Carlton Hotel Company in California 29 years ago. Holding over 15 years of Area and General Management experience, Steven has operated, developed, and repositioned numerous assets, including Hilton Oak Brook Resort and Conference Center, The Conrad in Indianapolis, The Dupont Circle Hotel in Washington DC, Mile North Hotel in Chicago, Illinois, and multiple Club Quarters hotels in Chicago, Illinois. With senior leadership roles at The Houstonian Hotel, Club, and Spa, Washington Duke Inn and Golf Club, and The Arizona Biltmore Resort and Spa, Steven’s extensive Resort, boutique hotel, and Club experience adds a unique luxury and resort perspective within the Somnium team. Steven has led many hotel openings and has directly overseen extensive multi-million-dollar renovation projects within his career. Steven is an active executive board member of the IHLA and is a board of director for the City of Westmont. He is a graduate of Emerson College with a B.A. in Communications and Public Speaking as well as the Lee Strasberg Theater & Film Institute within the acting conservatory program. Steven is known for his competitive spirit, drive, innovation, and entrepreneurial excellence. He leads with confidence and conviction, exhibiting a personal passion for exceptional service and an unwavering focus on results. Steven brings passion and enthusiasm into every detail, encouraging others to dream, grow, and strive to live their best life.




COO/CFO

As COO/CFO, Dan has over two decades of experience in Hospitality Management. He is a graduate from Eastern Illinois University; Lumpkin College of Business where he focused his studies on Finance and Accounting. Dan’s main responsibilities will be the oversight and development of all Financial related duties including reporting, compliance and financial performance. Dan started his Hospitality career in Finance; spending over 15 years as an Area Director where he created and led a regional Finance office responsible for over $50M in annual sales. Dan has spent the last 10 years in operations as an Area General Manager for companies such as Destination Hotels and JDV Hotels; representing brands such as Hilton and Hyatt garnering honors such as being named one of Chicago Tribune’s Top Workplaces and listed on Conde’ Nast Best Hotels in Chicago. Having served as a financial leader and as a General Manager has given Dan the ability to apply his unique skillset towards increasing the value of ownership assets.




Vice President of Commercial Strategy

Brian Tkac brings more than 25 years of leadership in sales, marketing, and revenue management to his role as Vice President of Commercial Strategy. He oversees enterprise-wide commercial strategy across Somnium’s portfolio of hotels and resorts, driving market share growth, brand positioning, and top-line performance through cohesive, data-driven initiatives.

A seasoned hospitality executive and recognized industry innovator, Brian has held senior commercial leadership roles at leading hotel management companies, overseeing portfolios of more than 200 hotels across luxury resorts, independent boutique properties, and major global brands. He is known for building high-performing teams, aligning brand voice with revenue objectives, and delivering scalable growth strategies.

Brian holds an MBA from the Quantic School of Business and Technology and a Bachelor of Science from Illinois State University. He serves on advisory boards, including HSMAI Americas, and was honored as one of HSMAI's Top 25 Extraordinary Minds in Sales and Marketing.




Regional Director of People & Culture

As Regional Director of People & Culture, Monica has over 25 years of progressive HR leadership experience within upper-upscale and luxury hospitality. A graduate of St. Xavier University, she leads Somnium Hospitality Group’s people strategy across multiple markets, overseeing talent acquisition, culture design, engagement, compliance, and organizational development. Her career includes senior HR leadership roles with globally recognized brands and landmark properties including Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago, Sofitel Hotels, and First Hospitality’s Hiltons at McCormick Place, where she shaped high-performing teams, strengthened service culture, and built people-centric infrastructures that drive operational excellence.

Monica has guided organizations through new-build launches, acquisitions, and transformational growth, bringing a thoughtful, collaborative, and approachable leadership style to every environment she supports. Her blend of high-touch employee experience, modern HR practices, and deep expertise in both union and non-union settings enables her to foster workplaces where teams feel inspired, valued, and empowered to deliver exceptional guest experiences.




Director of Distribution

Gregory brings more than two decades of hotel revenue and operations experience to his work at Somnium. Before joining the company, he held multiple Director-level revenue management roles with Hilton, supporting major full-service properties and contributing to enterprise-wide system enhancements such as automated forecasting and analysis tools. His background also includes operational leadership roles, giving him a practical understanding of how revenue strategy aligns with day-to-day hotel execution. Known for his analytical rigor, collaborative leadership style, and expertise in Hilton systems, Gregory plays an essential role in advancing Somnium Hospitality’s commitment to strong performance, smart growth, and data-driven decision-making.s




Regional Director of Revenue Management

As Regional Director of Revenue Management, Anthony Wallace oversees hotel revenue management, distribution, and reservations functions. Anthony’s hospitality career began in Franklin, TN, where he first developed his passion of helping others and finding solutions to enhance their experience. Over time, Anthony discovered his interest for analytics and pursued a career in Revenue Management. Anthony has managed revenues for hotels in some of the industry's largest markets – San Diego, Phoenix, Boston, and New York City.

Overall, Anthony's diverse hospitality background includes Operations, Revenue Management, Sales, and Banquets. Anthony also provides strategic planning, marketing, forecasting & budgeting direction for both managed and asset managed hotels. His focus is maximizing results while prioritizing efficiency. A valuable addition to the team, Anthony has immediately showcased why Somnium and our clients, are lucky to have him.




Director of Performance Optimization

As Director of Performance Optimization, Cole brings nearly a decade of hospitality experience. Cole Started his hospitality career in 2016 in operations. He has worked in several properties across multiple departments. Cole is also a Marine Corps veteran where he served as a helicopter crew chief. Cole leverages his combined background in hospitality operations and military leadership to optimize performance, streamline workflows and deliver measurable results across the organization.




Corporate Administrator

Jessica is an experienced corporate administrator with over 13 years of expertise in the hospitality industry, beginning her career in Utah working with multiple Hilton properties in various roles. Over the years, Jessica has developed a deep understanding of corporate operations, executive support, and organizational management, bridging frontline service experience with high-level administrative execution.

Drawing from a strong foundation in hospitality, Jessica brings exceptional interpersonal skills, operational efficiency, and a service-oriented mindset to corporate administration. She has successfully supported executive leadership, coordinated board activities, and maintained critical corporate records with accuracy and discretion. She excels in dynamic, fast-paced environments and is committed to facilitating smooth communication and streamlined processes across departments. She also continues to bring a people-first approach to every level of organizational support.




Area IT Director

As the Area IT Director, JL Griffin oversees the company's IT operations, ensuring IT security, maintaining infrastructure, and providing crucial support to operations staff. JL attended the IT/CNS program at ITT Technical Institute, and with 15 years of experience in the IT field, including 12 years dedicated to the hospitality industry in local and national chain restaurants, bars, and nightclubs, and having led an IT consulting firm for 7 years before joining Somnium, he brings a diverse range of knowledge to the position. Known for his adaptability and solution-oriented attitude, JL's passion for knowledge in an ever-evolving technical landscape positions him as a valuable asset to the Somnium team, contributing to the ongoing demands of the organization's technological backbone.