Dasha Chayka strives for excellence and leads with heart, inspiring her team to do the same. She fosters a warm, family-like environment, aiming for every team member to feel this is the best job they have ever had, and for every guest to experience the best stay possible, saying, “I find joy in having a positive impact on the lives of others.”

Born in Ukraine, Dasha immigrated to the United States at the age of 17 and graduated college with top honors. She began her hospitality career at the Courtyard Naples in Florida and in 2021 was promoted to General Manager of TownePlace Suites Naples. Dasha’s compassion and tenacity have won her accolades from the hotel’s franchise management company, Toole Companies, as well as her team members and guests.

Dasha’s priority as a leader is to harness the collective strengths of the team to create exceptional guest experiences and achieve remarkable results. Members of the team, representing 15 different nationalities, are encouraged to contribute their unique perspectives to the hotel operations. Fluent in five languages, Dasha bridges cultural divides and connects with her team and guests on a deeply personal level. Her dedication and focus on quality have transformed the hotel, making it one of the highest-performing TownePlace Suites in the country. Her leadership has also improved employee engagement and retention.

When faced with a crisis, Dasha and her team are ready to provide steadfast support. Category 4 Hurricane Ian ravaged Southwest Florida in September 2022, causing a three-day power outage at the hotel, and shutting down most of the area. Dasha was determined to keep the hotel open for local residents displaced from their homes. The hotel became a safe haven again when Hurricanes Helene and Milton struck in the fall of 2024. Dasha led her team to track reservations on paper, escort guests to their rooms, and carry luggage up the stairs when hotel systems were down. During these times of panic, uncertainty, and stress, Dasha ensured the hotel was a refuge for the community.

Under her guidance, the hotel not only weathered the storms, but emerged with an even deeper commitment to community support. Dasha and her team provide support for Ukrainian war refugees, Student Veterans of America, and local organizations such as professional soccer club FC Naples – all part of their commitment to serving the community.