My Place Hotels of America is mourning the loss of hotel industry legend Ron Rivett, the company’s co-founder and chairman. He leaves behind a remarkable 50-year legacy dedicated to nurturing a culture that deeply values people, treating business partners like friends and employees like family. His enduring motto, “It’s all about the people,” was a constant theme in all his endeavors and relationships.
Rivett is renowned for co-founding Super 8 Motels with friend Dennis Brown in 1974. This venture marked a significant turning point in the budget hotel industry. Under Rivett’s leadership, Super 8 expanded rapidly, reaching a milestone of 1,000 locations globally by 1993. This growth positioned Super 8 as the world’s largest budget hotel chain at that time.
In 2012, he established My Place Hotels of America alongside his grandson, Ryan Rivett. Since its inception, the upper-midscale extended-stay brand has expanded significantly, boasting nearly 115 franchises across 36 states with an ever-growing pipeline.
Ron Rivett lived his entire life in Aberdeen, SD. He loved the city dearly, always proudly proclaiming it to be home. He completed college at Northern State University, raised three daughters with his first wife, and welcomed Sharon, the love of his life, and her two sons to share his last 40 years. Together, the couple enjoyed the wonderful gift of seven grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, numerous dogs, and a few cats, caring for each generously.
“Quick-witted, charming, intelligent, and fiercely loyal, it’s difficult to know what Ron would say if he were here today,” Ryan Rivett said. “He loved his country, home, family, and business out loud and unapologetically. His memory and legacy will continue, providing value for generations, and we will miss him dearly.”
About My Place Hotels
My Place Hotels of America, LLC (“My Place Hotels”) is a hotel franchisor focusing on franchising clean and comfortable hotels with modern rooms, amenities, and excellent customer service, all at an affordable price. The company is based in Aberdeen, SD, and offers two hotel brand options to potential and current franchisees. There are almost 70 My Place Hotels open across 29 states with over 120 hotels in the pipeline. For more information on franchising with My Place or to book your next stay, » … Read More
