Jim Sele

Biography

I was born in Crookston, Minnesota, where I got my first taste of hospitality working at a local hotel. I spent my childhood in Minnesota before heading to North Dakota State University in Fargo, where I earned my undergraduate and graduate degrees in history. During graduate school, I realized my true passion was hospitality, and I decided to pursue that path full-time.

In 2010, Raymond Management Company purchased the hotel where I was working, marking the start of my career with RMC. Since then, I’ve had the opportunity to serve in a variety of General Manager roles across both Hilton and Marriott brands—leading a major renovation, supporting several task force assignments, and opening two new hotels. In 2025, I transitioned into my current role as Regional Manager.

Outside of work, I enjoy reading, singing choral music, karaoke, and traveling.

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