Highgate Appoints Marketing Expert Eric Doyne

NEW YORK, Sept. 21, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- Highgate, a leading global real estate investment and hospitality management company, has announced the appointment of Erica Doyne as its new Chief Marketing Officer. The appointment underscores the company's commitment to enhancing its brand and marketing strategies, which are critical components of its overall business strategy.

Doyne brings a wealth of experience and expertise to Highgate, having spent nearly two decades in the travel and hospitality industry. Most recently, she served as Chief Marketing Officer at Cardinal Financial, where she established the company's marketing organization and led brand strategy, customer acquisition, and digital product initiatives. Her tenure at Cardinal Financial was marked by the successful launch of several new resort brands, including the establishment of a portfolio of 12 luxury resort brands across Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America, and Europe.

Prior to her role at Cardinal Financial, Doyne held significant positions at AMResorts and Apple Leisure Group, including a role as Senior Vice President, Marketing & Global Branding for Hyatt's Inclusive Collection. During her time at Hyatt, she played a pivotal role in leading brand and marketing strategy for a portfolio of 12 luxury resort brands, which spanned more than 150 properties across various regions.

Doyne's career has been marked by her ability to lead organizations through transformation and growth, and her proven track record of building iconic brands. She has been recognized for her leadership and contributions, having been named among HSMAI's Top 25 Most Extraordinary Minds in Sales, Marketing, and Revenue Optimization and as a Ragan "Top Women in Communications" honoree in the Visionary category. Her teams have also earned numerous industry honors, including multiple HSMAI Gold Adrian Awards and Travel Weekly Magellan Awards.

Doyne's appointment to the role of Chief Marketing Officer at Highgate is expected to significantly impact the company's marketing strategy and brand-building efforts.

Highgate, with over $15 billion of assets under management, has a 35-year track record as an investment manager, operating partner, and developer for REITs, private equity firms, sovereign wealth funds, high net worth individuals, and other institutional investors. The company's portfolio includes assets across the United States, Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean, spanning multiple verticals including hospitality, senior housing, multifamily, short-term rentals, investments in real estate-linked securities, and technology platforms.

Doyne's appointment comes as part of Highgate's broader strategy to enhance its brand and marketing efforts, positioning the company for continued growth and success in the competitive real estate and hospitality sectors. Her expertise in brand-building, customer acquisition, and digital product development will be instrumental in driving Highgate's marketing initiatives and ensuring the company remains at the forefront of the industry.