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 Sales & Marketing

As Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Mike will be responsible for overseeing all sales and marketing strategies and initiatives for our portfolio of managed and asset-managed hotels, resorts, and private clubs. Mike provides over 35 years of industry experience in the sales and marketing/revenue strategies of independent and branded hotels, Branding, Talent acquisitions/Retention, SEO,PPC, Distribution Channels, Contract negotiations, Campaign Management, Client/Customer Relationships, and Reputation Management.

For 19 years, Mike worked for Dawson Companies and The Scottsdale Plaza Resort leading the company in growth and operational strategy. During his time as the Vice President of Sales and Marketing, he oversaw all the company’s sales and marketing/revenue strategies. Afterwards, Mike independently owned and operated Teed Solutions LLC where he managed sales and marketing strategies for over 50+ hotels nationwide including YVE Hotel Miami, Destination Residences Hawaii, and Oak Brook Hills Resort. Mike graduated from Arizona State University with a B.A in Organizational Communication and Media Studies. He loves to golf and hikes with his wife and two sons.




Regional General Manager

Born and raised in Bulgaria, Raina has been living in Chicago since 2005. A DePaul Graduate with a degree in Sports & Fitness Management completed in 2009. Raina started her hospitality career in Food & Beverage with Marriott International in 2006 and moved to the administrative side of hospitality in 2013 which was the beginning of her journey at Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center to this day. Raina has held progressive leadership roles beginning with Operations Manager in 2016, Director of Rooms in 2019, Resort Manager in 2022, and General Manager in 2024 overseeing Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center. In 2025 Raina was promoted to Regional General Manager overseeing the Illinois and Ohio regions. Raina’s attention to detail, persistence, follow-through, and ability to multitask are some of the qualities that make her successful and an integral partner within Somnium’s growth and success.




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.




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.