DARRYL GIBSON

Darryl Gibson joined LBA in November 2025 as Regional Director of Sales. He supports multi-property sales teams and collaborates across departments to align strategy with ownership and brand goals. Darryl uses his experience in group sales, strategic partnerships, and team development to unlock new avenues for growth at LBA.

Before joining LBA, Darryl spent eight years in senior sales leadership roles with other hospitality organizations. He served as Regional Director of Sales and was later promoted to Vice President of Sales, where he played a key role in driving a major portfolio expansion. Earlier in his career, Darryl also held leadership positions in operations, including six years as a general manager and more than a decade in culinary roles.

A graduate of Davenport University and Baker College Culinary School, Darryl pairs strategic insight with operational knowledge and a relationship-first mindset. He was named Regional Director of Sales of the Year in 2021 and has also received multiple Director of Sales awards.

Away from work, Darryl enjoys long bike rides, staying active, and traveling whenever possible. He also treasures time with his granddaughter, who recently introduced a new kind of energy to his daily life. Known for his calm consistency and team-first mindset, Darryl leads with the belief that strong relationships and steady presence are the foundation of lasting success.