Choice Hotels News
Choice Hotels VP Mark Weiner takes on Company’s Global Sales Division
Choice Hotels International, Inc., one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, recently announced that it has named its associate Mark Weiner as the new head of its global sales division. Mr. Weiner previously served as the company’s vice president of customer care and reservations, an area he will continue to lead as well, reporting to the organization’s Senior Vice President of Global Distribution Robert McDowell.
Choice Hotels International appoints two new Company Officers
SVP Alexandra Jaritz and SVP Michael Murphy Named Corporate Officers for Leading Worldwide Lodging Franchisor.
Choice Hotels names Robin Pence Vice President, Public Relations
Choice Hotels International, Inc. announced that it has named Robin Pence to the position of vice president of public relations. In this role, she will be responsible for developing and managing the external communications strategy for the company in the areas of public, media, industry and government relations. Ms. Pence will report to Alexandra Jaritz, senior vice president, brand strategy and marketing.
Choice Hotels opens 5,000th domestic franchised property
Opening of 88-Room Comfort Suites Hotel marks milestone for Worldwide Lodging Franchisor. Choice Hotels International, Inc. announced that it has reached 5,000 domestic franchised properties online with the opening of the Comfort Suites hotel of Katy, Texas. The company, which franchises such well-known hotel brands as Comfort Inn, Quality and Econo Lodge, currently boasts more than 6,100 properties worldwide, representing more than 495,000 rooms in all 50 states and over 30 countries and territories.
Choice Hotels International announces new Board Director Barbara T. Alexander
Choice Hotels International, Inc., one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, today announced the appointment of Barbara T. Alexander, to its Board of Directors.
Choice Hotels names Simone Wu Senior VP General Counsel & Corporate Secretary
Choice Hotels International, Inc., one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, announced that it has named Simone Wu senior vice president, general counsel, and corporate secretary.
Choice Hotels promotes Sarah Searls to VP, Business & Analytic Services
Choice Hotels International, Inc., one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, is pleased to announce the promotion of its associate Sarah Searls to vice president of business and analytic services. Ms. Searls will report to Bill Carlson, senior vice president of performance analytics.
A new jewel for Choice Hotels in Paris
Choice Hotels Europe is proud to announce the addition of its second Clarion Collection property in central Paris: the Clarion Collection Etoile Saint Honore hotel. Holder of the “eco label”, this 4-star property offers a new destination for business and leisure travelers.
Cambria Suites announces expansion in Florida to Miami
Choice Hotels International, Inc. announced the development of a new Cambria Suites hotel in Miami, FL, today at the Americas Lodging Investment Summit. The property will be developed by Miami-based Sunflower Hospitality LLC.
Choice Hotels introduces a Redefined & Redesigned Comfort Brand
Kicking off the New Year at this year’s annual Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS), Choice Hotels invites the lodging community to rediscover its flagship brand. The Comfort brand family, which includes Comfort Inn and Comfort Suites, has embarked on a multi-faceted plan to strengthen and revitalize its 2,000 domestic hotels.
Choice Hotels makes landmark installation
Choice Hotels Europe has deployed choiceADVANTAGE, its cloud-based hotel property management system (PMS) at its 5,000th property and has successfully installed the system so far in 20% of its UK hotel network.
Choice Hotels reveals survey on which hotels likely to benefit from games in London
Choice Hotels Europe, the company behind the Comfort, Quality and Clarion brands, today revealed the findings of its hotelier survey into which hotels are most likely to benefit from the games in London this summer.