Garrett Nelson

Front Office Assistant Manager

Athenaeum Hotel/Chautauqua Hotel Company — Office of the Executive Vice President

About Garrett

My role at Chautauqua’s Athenaeum Hotel is the assistant front office manager. I assist my colleagues with their daily business and help hotel guests book reservations, find a room that fits their needs, and provide concierge service for all guests of the Institution.

Prior to my career at Chautauqua, I lived in Ohio. While attending Kent State University, I began my previous career in the world of fine jewelry. Throughout my career in fine jewelry, I learned to become a leader and to guide my peers to be successful. I also became a certified diamontologist, where I learned how to grade, appraise, and sell high end diamonds and jewelry.

Why did you choose to work at Chautauqua? What do you like about working at Chautauqua?

I chose to work at Chautauqua to experience the diverse culture and to enter the hotel industry. I like working at Chautauqua because of my incredible coworkers and that I get to experience profound diversity every day.

Personal Interests

I am an avid house plant enthusiast, enjoy traveling, and collecting rocks and minerals from around the world. I have a love for all animals especially my pet tortoises and two shih tzus.