Richard Ham

Richard Ham is the President and CEO of Eight88Hospitality, a position he has held since May 2018.2 With a career spanning over two decades in the hotel and restaurant business, Ham has established himself as a prominent figure in the hospitality industry.1

Career Highlights

Ham's professional journey in hospitality began with Hilton Hotels Corporation, where he managed large teams of up to 1,200 employees at several flagship properties, including Hilton Portland, Hilton Anaheim, and Hilton Costa Mesa.1 During his tenure at Hilton, he implemented operational strategies that significantly boosted gross revenues and oversaw multiple multi-million-dollar renovation projects.1

Expertise and Leadership

As the CEO of Eight88Hospitality, Ham brings:

• Thorough knowledge of the hospitality industry
• Commitment to quality service
• Unwavering attention to detail
• Financial savvy
• Entrepreneurial approach to creating quality hospitality experiences

His expertise spans across lodging, food & beverage, and guest entertainment sectors.1

Education and Professional Development

Ham's educational background includes:

• A degree in Public Administration from Long Beach State
• Certificates from Cornell University's PDP program1

Civic Engagement

Richard Ham is also known for his civic leadership. He has been an active board member of several associations, including:

• Costa Mesa Visitors Bureau
• Anaheim/Orange County Visitors Bureau
• Anaheim Transportation Network
• South Coast Metro Alliance
• Orange County Tourism Council

Additionally, he has been a member of GEN NEXT since 2008.1

Current Role

At Eight88Hospitality, Ham leads a team that includes co-founder Takao Shinomiya, EVP of Development & Acquisitions Corbin Saunders, and in-house legal counsel Ed Rhee.1 His LinkedIn profile confirms his position as President and CEO of Eight88Hospitality, which he has held since May 2018.2