Tag: John Rutledge

The Man Behind the Hotel

As we’re about to swing open our doors tomorrow – February 1, 2014 – we want to highlight John Rutledge, the man behind the building of The Godfrey Hotel.  Rutledge is the CEO and founder of Oxford Capital, the hotel real estate and private equity company that led our project through completion.

Michigan Avenue Magazine spotlighted Rutledge and his many accomplishments and hotel projects in its latest article, “Hotelier John Rutledge Opens the Godfrey.”  The article leads with foolish gambles versus calculated risks.  Put simply, he states, “I’ve never been a cowboy. I’m not a reckless risk taker.”

John Rutledge Featured in Michigan Avenue Magazine

To read more, please visit:t http://michiganavemag.com/personalities/articles/hotelier-john-rutledge-opens-the-godfrey-in-river-north#lFsl9xC3AFzhSmYw.99.

Hotel Double-Down – An Inside Look with our Developer

Crain’s Chicago takes an in-depth look with our developer: CEO and Founder of Oxford Capital John Rutledge.  John shares his development plans, why our rooftop bar (I|O Urban Roofscape) is a must and why the market can handle more hotels.  John provides a tour of both our hotel (great sneak peek!) and another project at 360 N. Michigan Avenue.

He also talks about his other hotel projects, including Hotel Felix, Hotel Cass, The Langham Chicago and the upcoming hotel at 360 N. Michigan. Take a look at the video:

http://bcove.me/xivc6q0l

Plus, we love sharing a few behind-the-scenes photos from the video shoot.  Thanks again for the interview, Crain’s!

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Above:  John is interviewed on the rooftop of the Godfrey Hotel’s space, I|O Urban Roofscape.