Leadership
Mark Polochak
Regional Vice President of Operations,
Silicon Valley and Santa Cruz
Mark brings 20 years of progressive, grass-roots managerial experience to his position as Regional Vice President.
Mark is responsible for overseeing Joie de Vivre’s properties in the Silicon Valley region, as well as leading a regional team of Managers and Directors in the Accounting, People Services, Sales, and Revenue Management departments. His success is the result of his ability to develop strategic initiatives that improve the effectiveness and performance of the individuals on his team and in the hotels for which he is responsible.
He joined Joie de Vivre Hotels in January 2004 as the Regional Managing Director, overseeing the company’s Silicon Valley properties. Prior to that, he held executive positions in Operations, Sales, and Food & Beverage management, most recently serving as the Regional Director of Operations with Larkspur Hospitality.
Originally from Sharpsville, Pennsylvania, Mark holds a degree in Business Administration from San Jose State University, and is a member of the Advisory Board for the Hospitality Program at San Jose State University.
