Houston West Chamber Of Commerce Welcomes New Board Member Todd Gagnon

The Houston West Chamber of Commerce Board welcomes Todd Gagnon, General Manager of the Four Diamond Omni Houston Hotel at Westside. Originally from just outside Boston, MA, Todd began his hospitality journey as a “jack of all trades” at The Delaney House Restaurant & Banquet Facility. During his time at Delaney he bussed tables, tended bar, was a restaurant and banquet server and even a prep cook. Todd was a part of the opening team for the 62 room Country Inn & Suites which was added to the property. Upon graduation from University of Massachusetts, Amherst with a BS in Hospitality & Tourism Management, Todd moved south and began his career at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans. During his two years with Hyatt, Todd challenged himself to become a knowledge ‘sponge.’ He made a conscious effort to learn everything he could about all hotel operations. That active learning was rewarded over the next eight years as he put all of that learning into practice by working with several management companies in various department head and executive level positions while embracing the opportunity to experience all of the beautiful regions of the United States.

It was not only personally fulfilling to explore the diversity of our country, but Todd was also able to carry out and fulfill his own philanthropic tradition by getting involved in a number of local and regional organizations including the American Heart Foundation, the Purple Heart Run, Operation Stocking Stuffer and the Joe Joe Bear Foundation.  Todd is also on the Board of Directors for the Hotels & lodging Association of Greater Houston.

In 2013, Todd joined the Omni team in Providence, Rhode Island as the Director of Operations. During his time in Providence, the hotel hosted more than 20 NFL Football teams visiting to play the New England Patriots along with President Obama. His commitment to excellence and leadership was rewarded when Todd was promoted to General Manager of the Omni Houston Westside in September of 2015. The hotel has grown over the past 18 months among the competitive set and has become an active member of the West Houston community, participating in a number of local charitable organizations such as WHAM and the Houston Food Bank. His participation in the Houston West Chamber of Commerce will only enhance the opportunities for Todd and the Omni Family to actively give back and immerse themselves in our community.

Todd and his fiancée Stephanie are planning their wedding for this coming July. Todd enjoys traveling, golfing and wine tasting in his spare time.