Provenance Hotels Targets Pyramid Global in Mismanagement Lawsuit Over Hotel Performance and Foreclosure Risks
On July 18, 2025, Aspen Lodging Group, LLC, better known for its brand Provenance Hotels, initiated legal action against Pyramid Global Hospitality. This lawsuit arises from claims that Pyramid's management has inflicted significant financial distress on several hotel properties operated under the Provenance umbrella. The repercussions of this alleged mismanagement are severe, with damages exceeding $60 million being sought as the lawsuit progresses.
The origins of this case trace back to December 2022, when Aspen and Provenance decided to transition the management of their hotel properties to Pyramid as part of a strategic business endeavor. During this transfer of authority, both Aspen and Provenance equipped Pyramid with comprehensive support mechanisms, including crucial training and resources, to ensure that operational standards were met. However, the subsequent fallout has led to renewed legal action involving not just the overall portfolio of hotels, but specific facilities such as Hotel Theodore in Seattle and The Bradley Hotel in Fort Wayne, both of which show indications of similar mismanagement and breaches of contract on Pyramid's part.
Representing Aspen and Provenance, Mark A. Barondess of Miller Barondess, LLP, stated, "My clients are striving through this legal channel to uphold the value of their hotels, protect the interests of their employees and investors, and continue the legacy of excellence built over many years. The challenges we face are directly linked to the management choices made by Pyramid, not the actions of my clients. Throughout this period, Aspen and Provenance have taken decisive action to safeguard their hotels, employing additional resources and support to stabilize operational processes."
Barondess highlighted substantial performance hurdles that emerged during Pyramid's management. The ongoing litigation in New York's Supreme Court outlines failures on Pyramid's part in maintaining market competitiveness and revenue generation. Significant issues cited include rising operational costs without proper oversight, neglect in fulfilling essential HR responsibilities leading to high staff turnover, withholdings of important financial and operational data from ownership, and a disregard for both contractual and fiduciary obligations towards the hotels and their respective owners.
Having earned recognition for over 25 years in the hospitality sector, Aspen and Provenance are known for their exceptional management practices, innovative approaches, and commitment to their guests and employees. Barondess emphasized the desire of his clients to expedite the resolution of this lawsuit so that they can refocus their efforts on restoring the high operational standards that have defined their brand.
As these matters continue in active litigation, Aspen and Provenance have chosen to limit further public statements at this time. They assert that this announcement is not intended to provide a comprehensive account of the situation currently unfolding within the legal realm.
For inquiries regarding the case, interested parties are encouraged to contact Mark A. Barondess at Miller Barondess, LLP.