25 years of Hotel Development Experience
TEKMAK Development is a full service hospitality development company with a national reputation for delivering proven results. Since 1998, TEKMAK has developed such major brands as Hyatt Place®, TownePlace Suites by Marriott®, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott®, Courtyard by Marriott®, Springhill Suites by Marriott®, Hilton Garden Inn®, Staybridge Suites® and Best Western Premier®. Beginning with strategic site selection, TEKMAK seeks to identify appropriate franchises and brands that best serve the needs of the markets in which properties are located. Our development team partners with design professionals that add that certain unique and distinctive touch which sets our hotels apart from the norm and connects them with the local community. At TEKMAK, it’s not just talk. We deliver value through our vision, passion, and commitment to our business partners, team members, and hotel guests.
Principals
Thomas E. Kirkland
Thomas E. Kirkland is a 1976 graduate of Texas A&M University with a BBA in accounting and is both a licensed CPA and attorney. Tom has been involved in hospitality development since 1998, and prior to such time, was in the private practice of accounting and law. Tom uses his skills and experience in overseeing each project during its formation, design, construction and operation. Tom is President and CEO and was selected as one of Hotel Management magazine’s 2023 40 over 40 winners, in recognition for his accomplishments and contributions to the industry..
Melinda A. Kirkland
Melinda A. Kirkland is a 1983 graduate of Texas A&M University with a BBA in business management. Prior to her association with TEKMAK she was a project accountant in the real estate industry. Melinda uses her skills and experience interfacing with interior design professionals and selecting and purchasing furniture, fixtures and equipment for each project.
Glenn Decker
Glenn earned his undergraduate degree and MBA from TCU. After spending 9 years in Sales and Marketing roles, he raised a small fund and acquired a small business with a partner in OKC, doubling its annual revenue within two years. He joined TEKMAK Development full-time at the start of 2022 and is primarily responsible for managing the relationships with suppliers, management companies and investors.
