The Partridge Inn, Augusta’s historic landmark hotel, has appointed Tijuana Jenkins as the hotel’s new general manager. Jenkins began working at The Partridge Inn more than 25 years ago as a front desk agent, managing the front office, reservations, revenue management and the bell staff.  After transferring to the sales department, Jenkins advanced quickly to sales manager, senior sales manager and then director of sales.  In February, Jenkins was appointed interim general manager and now she will continue in that role, managing all operational aspects of the hotel including sales and marketing, revenue management, P&L, maintenance, F&B, loss prevention and personnel management.
 
“This is a wonderful testament to Tijuana’s perseverance, drive, integrity and never, give up mindset,” President of NorthPointe Hospitality Management, LLC., Greg Winey said. “The hotel has been through many transitional phases of renovations and management in Tijuana’s career, and because of this, I can think of no better person to help guide The Partridge Inn toward its bright future while honoring its storied past.”  
 
Most recently, The Partridge Inn completed renovations to its 2,100-square-foot penthouse and rooftop lounge, outdoor swimming pool and verandah.  In 2015, the hotel finalized a 12-month, multi-million dollar renovation of its guest rooms, public areas, meeting space, exterior, P.I. Bar & Grill and the addition of The Cigar Bar.
 
In addition to her daily responsibilities at the hotel, Jenkins has coordinated the hotel’s business during The Masters for the past 20 years.  “It is extremely humbling and exciting to oversee such an important  landmark,” Jenkins said.  “My favorite part of the job is the people in Augusta and the guests who visit our city.  I have many customers who I have worked with for 25 years and they say being at The Partridge Inn is like coming home.”
 
Jenkins is extremely involved with the Augusta community and is an active member of  Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce, Augusta CVB, Association of the United States Army and Georgia Society of Association Executives.  She works closely with Golden Harvest Food Bank, Children’s Hospital of Georgia and Augusta University.  
 
When she’s not at The Partridge Inn or participating in community events, Jenkins enjoys spending time with her family and relaxing on the beach.