The Partridge Inn, Augusta’s historic landmark hotel, has hired Augusta native, Thomas F. Allgood, III to be the property’s new catering and sales manager.  Mr. Allgood is responsible for planning and overseeing weddings, special events and catering at the upscale property.  

“We are thrilled to have Thomas on board at The Partridge Inn,” says Tijuana Jenkins, the hotel’s general manager.  “Thomas has been a part of the Augusta-area community his entire life. We are looking forward to working with him to enhance the level of special events, weddings and celebrations at the hotel.”  

Mr. Allgood has more than a decade of experience as a sales, hospitality and events professional.  Most recently, he was the facilities marketer at Ashwood Meadows Retirement Community-Hawthorn Senior Living in the Atlanta area. He also spent three years as the sales leader for Iris Place Retirement Community-Holiday Retirement in Athens, Ga. In both positions, Mr. Allgood was responsible for sales, marketing, advertising, business development and community relations.

He worked for seven years at The Foundry Park Inn and Spa in Athens, Ga. in several positions of increasing responsibility.  Most recently, he was the guest services, information technology and revenue manager.  He also served as the wedding and special events manager.