Nicolo Rusconi
A hotelier and entrepreneur with a keen passion for storytelling, Nicolo Rusconi’s work is guided by his constant desire to see, learn, and dream beyond physical materiality. - A Hotel Life
Bio
Born and raised in Southern California, Nicolo Rusconi is a passion-based hospitality entrepreneur, hotelier, and brand experience architect with a portfolio that spans industries. Nico has cofounded and led numerous companies throughout his career including pioneering real estate development company BLVD Hospitality, fast-casual restaurant chain Chicas Tacos, and DTLA-focused event company LaunchDTLA. During his time at BLVD, he and partner Jon Blanchard were behind some of LA's most renowned projects including Soho Warehouse, The Hoxton, NeueHouse Venice, and LA's first modular construction high-rise for citizenM. With over $500M+ in developed and transacted real estate, BLVD has been one of the most transformative hospitality companies in the region. In 2019, Blanchard and Rusconi purchased and subsequently restored Santa Monica's historic and iconic 1933 Ocean Ave Hotel, The Georgian. The hotel has received numerous awards and accolades during Blanchard's and Rusconi's ownership including receiving one of Michelin's first ever Michelin Keys and Condé Nast's Best New Hotels in the country.
He currently sits on the board of directors for the Los Angeles Conservation Corps and the advisory board for the Santa Monica Conservancy.
Justin Weiss, Kennedy Wilson
He has passion, is detail oriented and has instincts that are second to none. Nico's success at Blvd is no surprise given his work ethic and willingness to work in the trenches when necessary.
Michael Robleto, Compass
Nico is the epitome of the next generation developer. He takes a modern approach to hotel and restaurant development that has proven to be unique and planned with genuine insight and vast market intelligence.
David Sheldon, Perkins & Will
What do you say about such an exceptional, visionary and bright professional like Nico? Hard to describe. I've had the pleasure of engaging with Nico in numerous professional capacities. He is incredibly versed in the hospitality industry, and has exceptional business and vision acumen.