Tony Phillips and Linda Jean Bring New Leadership and Elevated Guest Wellness to The Westin Nashville
NASHVILLE, TN (January 20, 2026) – The Westin Nashville is pleased to announce the appointment of Tony Phillips as General Manager and Linda Jean as Spa Director of the property’s signature Rhapsody Spa, beginning a new chapter of leadership for the downtown Nashville hotel. “We are thrilled to welcome Tony and Linda to the leadership team at The Westin Nashville,” said Jeff Crabiel, Chief Hospitality Officer of Castlerock Asset Management. “Tony’s deep connection to the Nashville market and proven operational leadership, combined with Linda’s thoughtful, results-driven approach to wellness, will further elevate the guest experience and strengthen The Westin Nashville’s position in the Music City market.”
Tony Phillips, General Manager
Phillips joins The Westin Nashville following his time at Bobby Nashville, bringing more than 25 years of hospitality leadership experience, including a distinguished tenure with Loews Hotels & Co. His career with Loews brought him to Nashville in 2008 as Director of Rooms at Loews Vanderbilt Hotel, where he advanced to Director of Operations before being appointed General Manager in 2013. During his time in Nashville, Phillips earned industry recognition from both the Greater Nashville Hospitality Association and the Tennessee Hospitality Association as Outstanding General Manager of the Year. His experience also spans several high-profile Loews properties nationwide, including Loews Coronado Bay Resort, Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, and Loews Santa Monica Hotel. Known for his people-first leadership style and results-driven approach, Phillips has a proven track record of building high-performing teams and delivering elevated guest experiences, which he now brings to The Westin Nashville.
Linda Jean, Spa Director
Jean brings more than 14 years of experience leading luxury spa operations and developing holistic wellness programming. Her background includes leadership roles with Auberge Resorts and exclusive country clubs, where she consistently drove growth in wellness revenue, guest engagement, and brand visibility. A certified neuromuscular massage therapist and wellness educator, Jean blends deep expertise in recovery, movement, and mindfulness with a people-centered approach to creating elevated, transformative spa experiences. In her role at Rhapsody Spa, she will continue to enhance the property’s wellness offerings while fostering meaningful connections between guests and holistic wellbeing. Her appointment reinforces The Westin Nashville’s commitment to the brand’s core pillars of wellbeing, positioning Rhapsody Spa as the city’s premier destination for rejuvenation.
Ideally situated adjacent to the Music City Center, The Westin Nashville serves as a premier urban retreat, featuring 456 guest rooms and suites, the renowned L27 Rooftop Lounge, and three distinct dining outlets. These leadership appointments come as the property continues to solidify its position as Nashville’s leading destination for luxury, wellness, and sophisticated entertainment. For more information about The Westin Nashville or to book a room, please visit www.WestinNashville.com or call (615) 248-2800.
About The Westin Nashville
Owned by Castlerock Asset Management, The Westin Nashville is an upscale hotel in the heart of Nashville, offering a soothing contrast to the pulsing vibe of Music City, while being just steps away from the excitement of live entertainment, iconic attractions, local culture, and culinary delicacies. The property boasts 456 guestrooms and suites, along with 20,000 square feet of event space, L27 Rooftop Lounge, signature restaurant Decker & Dyer, and the lavish Rhapsody Spa. For more information or to book a stay at The Westin Nashville, visit www.WestinNaashville.com or follow along on Instagram @westinnashville.
About Castlerock Asset Management
Founded in 2013, Castlerock Asset Management is a Nashville-based integrated real estate development, ownership, marketing, and asset management firm specializing in distinctive, hospitality-driven properties that enhance and enrich communities. With a hands-on “grass-to-carpet” approach, the firm expertly manages the entire real estate lifecycle—from identifying and acquiring to (re)developing, branding, designing, marketing, operating, and asset managing hotels—consistently delivering hospitality-driven value. Castlerock’s track record includes the award-winning The Westin Nashville, where the firm served as Developer, Sponsor, and Operator through a successful public-private partnership. Recognized as a “Top Workplace” with an average team tenure of five years, Castlerock remains committed to excellence in the Nashville hospitality landscape.
