February 10, 2012
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Your Entertainment Franchise Personnel News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in entertainment franchising personnel news from around the web. As a news aggregator for the entertainment franchise industry, Franchise News Watch streams the latest ground breaking franchise articles, features, guides, blogs, news and more directly to your desktop.  Entertainment Franchise Personnel NewsIHG Announces Robert Morse as Americas Chief Operating OfficerIHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)] today announces that Robert “Bob” Morse has been appointed senior vice president and chief operating officer for the Americas region, succeeding Angela Brav who is now president. Blockbuster Inc. Names Keith Morrow Chief Information Officer and David Podeschi Senior VP, Merchandising, Distribution and LogisticsBlockbuster Inc. (NYSE: BBI)(NYSE: BBI.B) today announced it has appointed two senior level executives to its management team. Blockbuster Inc. Names Thomas M. Casey EVP & Chief Financial OfficerBlockbuster Inc. (NYSE: BBI)(NYSE: BBI.B) today announced the appointment of Thomas M. Casey as the company's new Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Alamo Drafthouse Promotes Craig Paschich To Divisional President And Tim Reed To Chief Development OfficerAlamo Drafthouse Cinema has promoted Craig Paschich to Divisional President and Tim Reed to Chief Development Officer. Mr. Paschich and Mr. Reed will continue plans to expand Alamo Drafthouse Cinema into new territories. Pump It Up Expands Management Team Following Merger with BounceUPump It Up, the nation's largest franchise of interactive, indoor inflatable playgrounds for private parties, announced today that it has added two highly experienced franchising executives to its management team, including a Vice President of... Blockbuster Inc. Names Eric H. Peterson EVP, General Counsel & SecretaryBlockbuster Inc. (NYSE: BBI)(NYSE: BBI.B) today announced the appointment of Eric H. Peterson as Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary. Retired Four-Star U.S. Army General Tommy Franks Appointed to CEC Entertainment, Inc. Board of DirectorsCEC Entertainment, Inc. announced today that retired four-star U.S. Army General Tommy Franks has been elected to its board of directors effective March 26, 2008. Play N Trade Names Jeff Broviak Vice President of Brand StrategyPlay N Trade Franchise, Inc., one of the fastest-growing franchises worldwide, today announced that retail video game expert Jeff Broviak has been named to fill the newly-created position of vice president of brand strategy... Jeffrey Palmer Named Senior Vice President Of Sales And Marketing For Motel 6 And Studio 6Accor North America, one of the largest hotel chain owner and operators in North America, announces the hiring of Jeffrey Palmer as senior vice president of sales and marketing for Motel 6 and Studio 6. Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas Names New COOAlamo Drafthouse Cinemas, the nation's oldest cinema-eatery concept showing first-run films - named best movie theater in America by Entertainment Weekly - is proud to announce Craig Paschich as the company's chief operating officer, a newly created... Accor North America Announces Key Promotions for 2011Accor North America (ANA), one of the largest hotel chain owner and operators in North America, announces 10 employee promotions for 2011 as part of the company's ongoing effort to reward the contributions of team members and provide professional growth o Xavier Louyot Appointed Vice President Global Marketing, PullmanXavier Louyot joins Accor as Vice President Global Marketing for Pullman, reporting to Accor Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Committee member Gregoire Champetier. Gamer Doc(TM) Video Games Adds Brian Seligman to Area Developer TeamGamer Doc(TM), the retail video game store that delivers a new and interactive customer experience, today announced that Brian Seligman has joined the company as the Area Developer for Northern Virginia and Atlanta. Accor appoints Michael Issenberg as Chairman And Chief Operating Officer, Asia PacificAccor announced today the appointment of Michael Issenberg as Chairman and Chief Operating Officer of Accor Asia Pacific and as a member of Accor Executive Committee effective 4 February 2008. Dana Peluso Named Senior Legal Counsel For Accor North AmericaAccor North America, one of the largest hotel chain owner and operators in North America, announces the promotion of Dana Peluso to Senior Legal Counsel. Accor North America Announces Expanded Role of CEO Olivier PoirotAccor North America (ANA), one of the largest hotel chain owner and operators in North America, announces changes to its leadership structure. Olivier Poirot, CEO of Accor North America, Motel 6 and Studio6, will assume responsibility for the Novotel netw IHG appoints David Tessier, Senior Vice President and CFO for the Americas RegionIHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)], one of the world's largest hotel groups by number of rooms, has named David Tessier to be senior vice president and chief financial officer in the Americas region. IHG continues to boost Asia Pacific marketing and sales team with seven key appointmentsIHG Asia Pacific today announced seven key appointments to its marketing and sales leadership team in the region, specifically designed to drive brand performance and support the accelerated expansion of the IHG brands in the Asia Pacific region. Cruise Holidays Names Jim Pascale as Director of Franchise DevelopmentToday, Cruise Holidays announced that Jim Pascale is its new director of franchise development. Chuck E. Cheese's Announces New Senior Vice President, Chief Operating Officer of International DevelopmentCEC Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: CEC) today announced the appointment of Michael Beacham as Senior Vice President-Chief Operating Officer of International Development. Beacham is responsible for directing the company's growth internationally as well as... Blockbuster Inc. Names Rebeca Johnson Chief Marketing OfficerBlockbuster Inc. (NYSE: BBI, BBI.B) announced the appointment of Rebeca "Becky" Johnson as Chief Marketing Officer. Play N Trade Adds Tom McMahon to Executive TeamPlay N Trade Franchise, Inc., one of the fastest-growing franchises worldwide, today announced that Tom McMahon has been named to fill the position of chief operating officer, bringing more than 20 years of benchmark-setting retail growth and expansion... EagleRider Appoints Director of Corporate OperationsEagleRider, the world's largest motorcycle rental company, is happy to announce the appointment of Barry Breckon as Director of Corporate Operations. IHG Names David Greydanus, Senior Vice President, North America OperationsIHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)], one of the world's largest hotel groups by number of rooms, has named David Greydanus, senior vice president, North America Operations. Alamo Drafthouse Founder Returns to Spotlight as New CEOThe creator of what Texas Monthly has dubbed "the most important film festival in America" announces he is returning to his starring role as CEO of the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema brand, effective immediately. Tim League, founder of the... CEC Entertainment Announces the Appointment of Scott A. McDaniel as Chief Marketing OfficerEC Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: CEC) announced today the appointment of Scott A. McDaniel as Executive Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer. Christophe Alaux appointed Chief Operating Officer Hotels FranceChristophe Alaux will join Accor as Chief Operating Officer, Hotels France, effective August 11, 2008. Blockbuster Announces Departure of Chief Operating Officer Nick ShepherdBlockbuster Inc. (NYSE: BBI)(NYSE: BBI.B) today announced that Nick Shepherd, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer (COO), will leave the company as of the end of September. Gamer Doc(TM) Adds David Walker and Pat Harriman To Executive TeamGamer Doc(TM), the retail video game store that delivers a new and interactive customer experience, today announced that it has added David Walker and Pat Harriman to its executive team. Accor North America Announces Executive ChangesAccor North America, the largest hotel owner operator in North America, today announced key executive changes. Richard T. Huston, Executive Vice President, Marketing and Entertainment of CEC Entertainment, Inc. Announces Intention to RetireRichard T. Huston, CEC Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:CEC) Executive Vice President, Marketing and Entertainment, has announced his intention to retire from the Company later this year once a successor has been named and fully transitioned into the position. I Play N Trade Names Roger Lloyd New CEOPlay N Trade Franchise, Inc., one of the fastest-growing franchises worldwide, today announced that Roger Lloyd has been named the new CEO. He replaces Yuvi Shmul, who will remain on the board of directors. Gamer Doc(TM) Video Games Expands Franchise Development TeamGamer Doc(TM), the retail video game store that delivers a new and interactive customer experience, today announced that Darren Monahan has been tapped to fill the newly-created director of franchise development position. He reports to David Walker... The Travel Franchise Group Announces Shifts for LeadershipToday, The Travel Franchise Group – North America's largest travel agency franchisor with over 1,700 franchised locations under four brands – announced that two key members of its executive management team would shift into different roles with IHG Announces New Addition to Americas Leadership TeamIHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) today announces that Joel Eisemann has been appointed senior vice president and chief development officer for the Americas region and Jim Anhut will assume the role of senior vice president Americas Brand Management. EagleRider Gears up for Busy 2011With its recent ranking in the top half of Entrepreneur magazine's Franchise 500, it's no wonder EagleRider, the world's largest motorcycle rental and tour company, is revving up for another busy year. To help maximize the company's growth, EagleRider has Red Roof Inn Adds Two New Senior VPs To Growing RanksRed Roof, an innovative leader in the economy lodging segment, announces the addition of two key members to their growing ranks. Bruce M. "Smokey" Swenson Appointed to CEC Entertainment, Inc. Board of DirectorsThe Board of Directors of CEC Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: CEC) has appointed Bruce M. "Smokey" Swenson as a director. Mr. Swenson currently serves as a Managing Director for the investment banking firm Stephens Inc. He was elected by the CEC Board at a spe Blockbuster Recruits Seasoned Entertainment Executive Jeffrey Calman to Head New Media Content & Studio RelationsBlockbuster Inc. (NYSE: BBI, BBI.B) announced it has appointed Jeffrey Calman to the newly created position of Vice President Studio Relations and New Media. CEC Entertainment Announces Executive PromotionsThe Board of Directors of CEC Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: CEC) today announced that President Michael H. Magusiak will become Chief Executive Officer and President of the Company effective December 29, 2008. Richard M. Frank, currently Chairman and... AmericInn International, LLC Names Thomas Giuliano Director of Franchise Sales and DevelopmentAmericInn International, LLC announces the appointment of Thomas Giuliano as director of franchise sales and development. Giuliano joined the franchise sales team October 15, 2007 and will cover the New England and Mid-Atlantic states. Blockbuster Further Strengthens Commitment to Multi-Channel Entertainment DeliveryBlockbuster Inc. (NYSE: BBI, BBI.B), a leading global provider of media entertainment, today cemented its commitment to multi-channel delivery of entertainment by hiring former Philips executive Kevin Lewis as Senior Vice President, Digital Entertainment. H3 Enterprises, Inc. Announces New Management TeamH3 Enterprises, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: HTRE) ("H3" or the "Company") announces the revamping of its management team to focus on building strong internal controls to help manage the Company's expansion efforts. InterContinental Hotels Group PLC Board AppointmentInterContinental Hotels Group PLC (IHG) today announces that Ms Ying Yeh has been appointed an additional independent Non-Executive Director of the Company. H3 Enterprises, Inc. Announces New Chief Technology OfficerH3 Enterprises, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: HTRE), the world's first publicly traded hip-hop company, has hired Jordan Edelson as Chief Technology Officer and Digital Entertainment Director to spearhead H3's video gaming and web property development. EagleRider Gears up for Busy 2011With its recent ranking in the top half of Entrepreneur magazine's Franchise 500, it's no wonder EagleRider, the world's largest motorcycle rental and tour company, is revving up for another busy year. To help maximize the company's growth, EagleRider has |
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