About Teresa Holden – Luxury Hotel Advisors

With over two decades of experience in luxury hospitality, Teresa Holden is a trusted authority in hotel development, operations, and pre-opening strategy. As a principal at Luxury Hotel Advisors, she has successfully guided some of the world’s most prestigious hotels and resorts through complex openings, brand transitions, and operational turnarounds.

Teresa brings a sharp eye for detail, a deep understanding of global luxury standards, and a passion for setting up properties for long-term success. Her hands-on experience spans every facet of hotel pre-opening – from concept development and team onboarding to brand alignment and guest experience design.

The Hotel Pre-Opening Checklist offered here reflects the same high standards and precision that Teresa brings to her clients. It’s a proven tool used by top-tier operators and developers to streamline launch timelines, mitigate risk, and ensure no critical element is overlooked.

Whether you're preparing to open an independent boutique hotel or a branded flagship property, this checklist is your blueprint for a confident, successful launch – backed by the expertise of one of the industry's leading consultants.