The article didn’t name me directly. Corporate privacy laws prevented that.

But anyone in city real estate circles knew exactly who it was about.

“In a dramatic turn of events, the heir apparent to the Ashford Holdings empire has been displaced by a previously unknown family member. Sources close to the board described the transition as long overdue and cited concerns about the former CEO’s management style.”

Harold and Joanna canceled their appearance at a major city gala. Health reasons, according to their publicist.

Three investment partners requested meetings with me personally. Not with my father. Not with the board. With me.

Two of them, after hour-long conversations, confirmed they’d continue their relationship with Ashford Holdings.