Nobu Hotel Atlanta Names Drew Smith as New General Manager

Staff Report From Georgia CEO

Tuesday, April 16th, 2024

Nobu Hotel Atlanta, the epitome of luxury lifestyle accommodations nestled in the vibrant heart of Buckhead, has appointed Drew Smithas its new General Manager.

Drew Smith is a Georgia native with a proven track record in the Atlanta hospitality market. He is excited to bring his expertise to Nobu Hospitality and spearhead the operations of one of the company’s larger hotels. As the General Manager, Drew oversees the property's daily operations, sales and marketing, finance management, and third-party partnerships and facilities. His primary objectives will be simultaneously appealing to the sophisticated leisure and modern business traveler while positioning Nobu Hotel Atlanta as the leading destination for corporate and upscale events that complement Atlanta’s local music, film, and social scene.

I am looking forward to working with the talented Nobu Hospitality team and continuing to position Nobu Hotel Atlanta as a premium destination on the East Coast. Nobu's reputation, global brand presence, and unique approach to luxury boutique hotels appealed to me and aligned with my passion for working with a diverse guest demographic. Drew Smith

Drew came to Nobu Hotel Atlanta from the InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta, where he served as Director of Sales and Marketing. While with IHG, he also served as the Regional Director of Sales and Marketing, overseeing those services for both the InterContinental and Crowne Plaza Atlanta Perimeter at Ravinia. Before that, he spent over 12 years at Hyatt in various sales roles in Atlanta, San Diego, Coral Gables, and Orlando.

As a proud Georgia Bulldog alumnus, Drew received his Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of Georgia.