Expert Property Management Services

  Dave Mashburn has over 30 years of experience in the development, design, construction, and facility management of over 200 hotels, convention centers, conference centers, trade and expo halls, resorts and mixed-use projects across the country totaling over 3 Billion dollars in development costs. Mr. Mashburn has significant experience in the development of large projects with complicated entitlements and incentives. As Managing Partner of Mashburn Development, LLC Dave provides real estate, development, and consulting services. As Development Director at John Q. Hammons Hotels and Resorts in Springfield, MO. 

Dave and his wife Jana have a passion for small historic hotels and inns. 

In 2003, Dave and his wife bought the historic St George Hotel in Weston, MO and completed a major renovation to the property bringing it back to life and managed it for several years. Mr. Mashburn has a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management from University of Central Missouri. 

 John Mormino has been general manager of The Elms Hotel & Spa, A Destination Hotel. Mormino is a native of Excelsior Springs, Mo. and launched his career at The Elms. He brings more than 20 years of hospitality experience to the hotel and decades of local knowledge. 

In his prior role as hotel manager, Mormino spearheaded The Elms participation in Expedia's VIP program. Under his direction, the hotel twice has been honored by Expedia for top ratings in the region and consistently good customer reviews. 

Mormino also served on a hospitality task force, helping train staff and share best practices at The Elms' sister properties nationwide. Mormino is a graduate of the University of Missouri Kansas City and is a lifelong resident of Excelsior Springs and an active member of the local Rotary club.

 Jeremy Wells is a seasoned brand strategist with a background in hospitality branding, guest experience design, and boutique hotel development. Over the years, he has played a pivotal role in shaping brand strategies for boutique and lifestyle hotels, helping independent hoteliers create compelling and memorable guest experiences. His expertise in hospitality branding led to the publication of Future Hospitality and INDIE HOTEL, where he explored industry trends and brand positioning for independent hotels.

Jeremy's work has been recognized in academia and included in the curriculum of Cornell University’s Vision & Concepting graduate course. He has contributed to industry thought leadership as a member of the Boutique & Lifestyle Leaders Association (BLLA) Education Committee and as a speaker at major hospitality conferences such as AAHOA, Global Hospitality Summit, and Hospitality Talks. With a deep passion for experiential hospitality, Jeremy continues to engage with the industry, offering insights into brand development, guest experience, and the evolving landscape of boutique hotels. 

 Jana Mashburn has nearly 30 years experience in the legal field including business, real estate and trademark law. She currently holds a real estate license in the states of Missouri and Kansas. Jana was very involved in the renovation of the Saint George Hotel in Weston, MO with her husband Dave. Jana has excellent skills in interior design and small hotel operations. Jana attended Southwest Baptist University