MEET OUR TEAM

Our CEO & Co-Founder

Elliott Caldwell


Elliott Caldwell is the Co-Founder and CEO of Roam Hospitality, a boutique hotel management company focused on elevating independent hospitality brands through operational excellence, strategic growth, and experience-driven design. He is also a founding partner of Rise Collective, the parent organization behind a portfolio of companies serving the hospitality, real estate, and investment sectors.


With a passion for building high-performing teams and distinctive guest experiences, Elliott leads Roam Hospitality with a vision to help boutique hotels maximize revenue while preserving the unique character that sets them apart. His approach blends data-informed strategy with a deep respect for brand identity, ensuring each property operates efficiently without sacrificing authenticity.


Rooted in faith and guided by a strong commitment to family, Elliott builds businesses with long-term purpose—creating value for owners, teams, and the communities they serve. He is also the host of Elliott Caldwell: Successful DNA, a podcast exploring the principles and stories that define true success and inspire others to live boldly and intentionally.


Elliott's Articles

By Elliott Caldwell February 20, 2026
Structured boutique hotel operations framework covering staffing, technology, seasonality, KPIs, and performance systems that protect NOI and asset value.
By Elliott Caldwell February 13, 2026
Discover best practice strategies for marketing boutique hotels, including brand positioning, SEO, social media, influencer marketing, and revenue-aligned campaigns.
Illustration: A presentation about boutique hotel management's impact on NOI and asset value. Shows a hotel, stacks of coins, and a rising graph.
By Elliott Caldwell February 13, 2026
Discover how boutique hotel management impacts NOI and long-term asset value through revenue optimization, strategic pricing, cost control, and efficient operations.
Technology stack diagram for boutique hotel operations with various software icons.
By Elliott Caldwell February 12, 2026
Discover the essential technology stack for boutique hotel operations. Learn how modern PMS, CRM, revenue management, and integrated tools streamline operations, boost revenue, and elevate guest experiences.
By Elliott Caldwell February 12, 2026
Discover the key operational differences between urban and resort boutique hotels. Learn how location, guest expectations, staffing, and revenue strategies shape boutique hotel management for city and resort properties.
By Elliott Caldwell February 12, 2026
Discover how boutique hotels can navigate seasonal fluctuations with strategic planning. Learn tips on pricing, marketing, operations, and partnerships to optimize revenue and guest experiences year-round
Boutique Hotel Revenue Management title over a luxurious hotel lobby with a chandelier and staircase.
By Menandro Bacalangco Jr. February 12, 2026
Learn how independent boutique hotels use revenue management, forecasting, and distribution strategies to grow revenue and deliver exceptional guest experiences.
Infographic: Guide to boutique hotel management agreements, showing key considerations like fees and termination.
By Elliott Caldwell February 11, 2026
Discover how boutique hotel management agreements help independent owners optimize operations, revenue, and guest experiences while preserving the unique character of their properties.
By Elliott Caldwell February 11, 2026
Discover when boutique hotels outgrow self-management and why professional boutique hotel management services can help independent owners optimize operations, revenue, and guest experience while maintaining the unique charm that sets their properties apart.
Two people looking at a boutique hotel. Exterior setting with pool, kayakers, and sunset.
By Elliott Caldwell February 11, 2026
Discover how to run a boutique hotel successfully with expert insights on operations, staffing, guest experience, marketing, and revenue strategies for growth.
A luxurious hotel room scene with text:
By Elliott Caldwell January 16, 2026
Learn how boutique hotels can increase revenue with personalized experiences, curated packages, and professional hotel management services for sustainable growth.
Luxurious boutique hotel scene with pool, Eiffel Tower view, text overlay.
By Menandro Bacalangco Jr January 16, 2026
Increase boutique hotel revenue without losing unique identity through personalized service, curated experiences, and expert hotel management support today.
Collage showing various food and beverage service types: waiters, food, drinks, service styles.
By Menandro Bacalangco Jr. January 8, 2026
Discover the main types of food and beverage services in hospitality—from fine dining to self-service—enhancing guest experiences, revenue, and brand reputation.
Luxurious outdoor scene showcasing a bedroom, seating area, pool, and breakfast with
By Menandro Bacalangco Jr. December 26, 2025
Discover boutique hotels: smaller, stylish stays with personalized service, wellness, sustainability, and unique experiences. Explore types, trends & insights.
Luxurious boutique hotel room overlooking a scenic landscape at sunset. Text:
By Menandro Bacalangco Jr. December 24, 2025
Discover why boutique hotels are the future of travel, offering personalized stays, unique design, and authentic local experiences curated by Roam Hospitality.
Businesspeople in suits gather, analyzing charts on a large screen in a modern office space.
By Menandro Bacalangco Jr December 23, 2025
Explore boutique hotel market demand, growth trends, and why investors and travelers choose experience-driven boutique hotels led by brands like Roam Hospitality.
Couple standing in doorway of a cafe, cobblestone street, outdoor setting.
By Menandro Bacalangco Jr. December 9, 2025
Boutique hotels offer more than rooms—they deliver style, personalized service, local culture, and immersive experiences for travelers who crave uniqueness.
An open book titled
By Menandro Bacalangco Jr. December 4, 2025
Buy a boutique hotel with confidence! Explore financing options, property deals, expert tips, and insider strategies for successful boutique hotel investments.

OUR CULTURE

Where Creativity Meets Precision

We’re more than a management team — we’re a collective of designers, strategists, operators, and storytellers united by one belief: hospitality should never feel ordinary.


Our culture blends creative freedom with operational discipline. Every idea is encouraged, every detail is obsessed over, and every decision is made with purpose.


From design studios to site visits, we collaborate across disciplines to deliver experiences that feel authentic, intentional, and unmistakably boutique. We celebrate curiosity, push boundaries, and thrive on redefining what’s possible in modern hospitality.