PROFILE

Welcome to BAXTER HOTEL GROUP INC., formerly NARVEN ENTERPRISES INC. Founded in 1985 with holdings in the US and Canada, BAXTER HOTEL GROUP INC. is a well-established hospitality and real estate investment firm specializing in the development of top branded hotels and trendy restaurants in some of the most sought-after locations in downtown San Diego and other cities. With over 40 years of hospitality and real estate experience, our Executive Management Team has a diverse background and unique blend of 

experience in both the public and private sectors of hospitality, financial, and real estate industries.

Our team brings substantial experience in the successful management of our hotels, residential communities, commercial/retail outlets, parking services, real estate brokerage, property development, and condo conversion projects. We excel in performance by taking a structured yet entrepreneurial approach. We maximize the performance of the businesses that we own, develop, and manage.

Behram Baxter

Mr. Baxter serves as Chairman and CEO of Baxter Hotel Group Inc., formerly Narven Enterprises Inc., an investment, brokerage, hotel development, and property management firm since 1985. Mr. Baxter has more than 40 successful years within the real estate services industry, including 25 years in the hotel industry. With offices located in San Diego, Arizona, and Toronto, Mr. Baxter’s highlights include; President of Mayfair Reality, Inc., a Canadian-based commercial/industrial real estate brokerage firm, President of Tribax Management Ltd., a Canadian-based residential property management firm, and Baxter Realtors Infrastructure, a real estate development enterprise in Mumbai, India focusing on the development of residential apartment buildings.

Mr. Baxter’s diverse background and direct oversight are with the implantation, development, and operations of various IHG, Marriott, Wyndham, and Hilton hotels. Mr. Baxter’s background is in engineering, and holds a real estate degree from Ryerson University in Toronto, Canada.

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Collin Kallmann

Mr. Kallmann is the Vise President of Revenue Management at Baxter Hotel Group (formerly Narven Enterprises). He brings a wealth of knowledge with 25 years of hotel experience. Mr. Kallmann has the skills to develop and implement control with reporting structures to ensure maximization of ownership interests. In addition, he is responsible for annual revenue budgets, revenue analysis, and the sales team at each hotel.

Mr. Kallmann started his hospitality career in Tucson, Arizona, working at the Lodge at Ventana Canyon while in college. Prior to joining Baxter Hotel Group, Mr. Kallmann worked for The Arizona Biltmore, The Wyndham Buttes Resort, The Hotel Del Coronado, and La Costa Resort and Spa. Mr. Kallmann served proudly in the United States Army during the Gulf War and received many accolades.

Mr. Kallmann’s combination of market analysis, revenue maximization, and hands-on experience makes Baxter Hotel Group the market leader in all revenue categories.

Mr. Nguyen

Mr. Nguyen serves as Chief Operating Officer for Baxter Hotel Group, Inc., formerly known as Narven Enterprises, Inc., since 2015. During this time, the Company has grown significantly in total revenue, combined net profit, as well as new hotels in its portfolio. Mr. Nguyen has an extensive background in multi-entity development and financial management. Mr. Nguyen oversees the overall operations of Baxter Hotel Group and its managed hotels, as well as its future development and growth. Mr. Nguyen also serves as Chief Financial Officer for Baxter Hotel Group since 2006. As the Company’s CFO, Mr. Nguyen establishes and oversees the overall financial reporting and planning processes, the treasury functions for all the existing properties, and the financing for all past and future development projects of the Company. Before joining Baxter Hotel Group, Mr. Nguyen served as a Senior Financial Director for Interior Architects Inc. and spent his earlier years practicing public accounting. Mr. Nguyen holds a CPA license in the State of California and an MBA degree in International Business Management from the Asian Institute of Technology in Bangkok, Thailand.

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Pete Lassalette

Pete Lassalette is the Vice President of Operations for Baxter Hotel Group and brings over 26 years of experience from various Hospitality Entities. From Large Hotels and Resorts to Private Country Clubs and Independent Properties, Pete has the skills to bring operational excellence and leadership, which result in superior customer service while exceeding financial goals for each property.

Pete started his career after attending Cal Poly Pomona and has worked for various companies, including Marriott, Pacifica Hospitality Group, Club Corp, Handlery Hotels and Resorts, Fairbanks Ranch Country Club, San Diego Yacht Club, and others. Pete is responsible for the day-to-day operation of 4 Franchised properties in San Diego and Arizona, including Marriott, IHG, and Wyndham, plus future growth of the portfolio.

Pete Joined Baxter Hotel Group in 2019; he and his wife Amy reside with their Daughter Madison and Son Tyler in Rolling Hills Ranch. Pete’s oldest son, Nick, resides in Sacramento. Pete’s combination of Operational Skills and Financial Management makes Baxter Hotel Group an Industry Leader.

Rena Baxter

Ms. Baxter began her career in the tour & travel industry as a marketing, advertising, and promotions manager for SeaJet Cruise Lines. She then made her way into the hotel industry, working in sales and marketing, promoting Cendant and Choice branded hotels, later moving on to IHG properties. With an extensive background in hotel sales and marketing, Ms. Baxter became involved in commercial real estate development. In 2007, Ms. Baxter founded Baxter Realty Group Inc., an in-house real estate brokerage firm for commercial real estate services for Baxter Hotel Group Inc., formerly Narven Enterprises Inc. In addition to partaking in Baxter Hotel Group’s property acquisitions, Ms. Baxter is involved in hotel design and management decisions at an executive level.

Ms. Baxter has a background in marketing, tour & travel. She attended San Diego State University, where she focused on marketing and broadcast journalism, and has actively been involved with Baxter Hotel Group, formerly Narven Enterprises, since 1994.

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Baxter Hotel Group

630 ASH STREET, SAN DIEGO, CA 92101
(619) 239-2261