Andrew joined Horizon Hospitality as a local to the area, having graduated from UMKC and spending ten years in the local Food and Beverage industry. He is a fun-loving family man that loves the outdoors. He enjoys a wide
Andrew Wright
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Hayley Whited
Hayley, a Dallas, Texas native, graduated from the University of Texas at Austin in 2011. Shortly after, she obtained her Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults
Brittany Valverde
Brittany joins Horizon Hospitality as a Client Relationship Manager with 12 years of hospitality experience, specializing in hotel sales and business development. Brittany graduated from New Mexico State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in
Eric Stuertz
Eric was born, raised, and spent the majority of his life living in the Midwest before moving to Florida in 2013. He graduated from Eastern Illinois University with his MBA in 2006, juggling time between studies and playing on the Men’s Tennis
Alissa Thomas
Since joining Horizon in 2014, she has played a pivotal role in expanding the firm’s presence throughout the Southeastern and Southwestern United States
Matt Stowe
Matt graduated K-State in 2009 with a degree in Business Administration with a focus on Finance and Economics. He moved to KC in 2014, working in the kitchen at some of KC’s premier fine-dining restaurants. Recently married, he
Tabatha Stought
Tabatha recently joined Horizon Hospitality, where she continues to leverage her passion for people and commitment to delivering exceptional service. Her background in both hospitality and recruitment has given her a unique ability to connect with others, understand their needs, and help them achieve their goals. Outside of work, Tabatha enjoys spending time with her husband and two young children. Whether they’re relaxing at the beach or making new family memories, she values quality time with the people she loves most.
Scott Samuels
Prior to beginning Horizon Hospitality in 1998, Scott held senior management and executive-level positions with hospitality industry leaders such as ClubCorp, Hilton Hotel Corporation, The Levy Restaurants, and Dean & Deluca. Scott is a graduate
Ahmad Payman
Ahmad joined Horizon Hospitality in July 2025 as a Client Relations Specialist, bringing a unique combination of recruiting, operations, and HR experience. He holds both a Master of Business Administration from the University of Mysore and a Bachelor of Business Administration from St. Xavier’s College. Ahmad began his career as a Human Resources Assistant, where he gained hands-on experience in recruitment, onboarding, and candidate engagement. He later advanced into leadership as a General Manager for Intense Fitness, overseeing daily operations, driving employee development, and managing the full hiring lifecycle. Most recently, Ahmad worked as an Executive Recruiter, strengthening his expertise in talent acquisition and client relations across diverse industries. With a background that blends operational leadership and people-first recruiting, Ahmad is committed to helping hospitality organizations identify and retain exceptional talent. His consultative approach and focus on strong relationships make him a valuable partner to both clients and candidates. In his free time, Ahmad enjoys staying active, exploring new opportunities for personal growth, and spending time with family and friends.
Kristin Page
After earning her Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Psychology from the University of Central Florida, Kristin began her career in hospitality management, where she spent six years developing a strong foundation in operations and leadership. She later transitioned into marketing,