Casey Lavin

May 14, 2025

Casey Lavin oversees all aspects of the Beemok Hospitality Collection (BHC), including The Charleston Place, The Cooper Hotel, Sorelle, American Gardens, and The Riviera Theater.  He joined Beemok in 2021 with the founding of BHC.

Mr. Lavin began his career as a teenager working in restaurant kitchens in his hometown in Virginia.  After attending college in Switzerland, he joined a leadership training program with the Ritz-Carlton Company before joining the Kiawah Island leadership team to open The Sanctuary.  His career has taken him to senior leadership roles with The Greenbrier in West Virginia, The Sea Island Company in Georgia, and Montage International at Palmetto Bluff, SC.

He currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Charleston Regional Development Association, the American Hotel and Lodging Association – Resort Committee, and the Board of Governors for Explore Charleston.

Mr. Lavin earned his degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management at Cesar Ritz Colleges in Switzerland.

Mr. Lavin resides in Charleston, SC, with his wife and young daughter.  He enjoys traveling, reading, and remaining active outdoors, particularly running and watersports.  Casey is active within YPO, and he and his family attend Grace Church Cathedral in downtown Charleston.

Community Involvement

• Vestry Board Member, Grace Episcopal Cathedral Charleston