September 03, 2010
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Your Travel Franchise Personnel News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in travel franchising personnel news from around the web. As a news aggregator for the travel franchise industry, Franchise News Watch streams the latest ground breaking franchise articles, features, guides, blogs, news and more directly to your desktop.  Travel Franchise Personnel NewsChoice Hotels International Promotes Mark Pearce to Senior Vice President, International DivisionChoice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) today announced the promotion of Mark Pearce to senior vice president, international division. Mr. Pearce will continue to report to Bruce Haase, executive vice president, global brands, operations... Senior Marketing Executive to Lead Wyndham Rewards Loyalty ProgramWyndham Hotel Group has appointed Robin Korman to oversee Wyndham Rewards®, the world's largest lodging loyalty program with more than 6,000 participating hotels in over 20 countries. Choice Hotels International Appoints Lou DeMarco as Vice President of TaxChoice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) would like to announce the appointment of Louis S. DeMarco to the newly-established role of vice president, tax for the organization. Mr. DeMarco will report to David White, senior vice president, chief financ Choice Hotels Names Edward J. Valle Chief Marketing StrategistChoice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) today announced that it has named Edward J. Valle (48) chief marketing strategist. In this position, he will provide leadership for the company's consumer marketing efforts. His oversight will include... W Hotels Worldwide Announces Appointment of Michaelangelo L'Acqua as Global Music DirectorW Hotels Worldwide, the industry innovator, today announces the appointment of renowned international music expert Michaelangelo L'Acqua as W Hotels' first ever Global Music Director. In this role, L'Acqua will serve as a strategic advisor for the... Wyndham Worldwide Names Tom Conforti Executive Vice President and Chief Financial OfficerWyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN) today announced the appointment of Thomas G. Conforti as chief financial officer, effective immediately. Conforti joins Wyndham Worldwide with over 25 years of experience in finance, management... Wyndham Hotel Group Appoints International Business LeadersWyndham Hotel Group, the world's largest hotel company with approximately 7,000 hotels around the world, today announced the appointments of hospitality industry leaders Ken Greene and Michael Poynter to oversee the company's efforts outside of the... Choice Hotels Names Michael Murphy Senior Vice President of Global SalesChoice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) today announced that it has named Michael Murphy (47) senior vice president of global sales, where he will have responsibility for the company's worldwide sales and intermediary marketing efforts. Murphy... Philip Sanford Named President And Coo Of Value Place LLCValue Place, the Wichita-based economy extended stay lodging brand, is pleased to announce that Philip H. Sanford has joined the company as its new president and chief operating officer. Starwood Hotels & Resorts Appoints Eva Ziegler as Global Brand Leader of W Hotels WorldwideStarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announced the appointment of Eva Ziegler as Global Brand Leader for W Hotels Worldwide. In her new role, Vienna-born Ziegler will be responsible for leading the global development and growth. Wyndham Hotel Group Appoints Human Resources ExecutiveWyndham Hotel Group, the world's largest franchisor of hotels, today announced the appointment of Kathleen Chiechi Flores as executive vice president of Human Resources. Staybridge Suites hires general manager for NewcastleInterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has appointed Mark Armstrong as general manager of Staybridge Suites Newcastle. The 128-suite extended stay hotel is due to open in April 2009, hot on the heels of the UK's first Staybridge Suites property which... Hotel Industry Veteran Appointed President and CEO of Wyndham Hotel GroupEric A. Danziger, a hotel industry leader for more than 30 years, has been named president and CEO of Wyndham Hotel Group, the world's largest hotel franchise company, a part of Wyndham Worldwide, (NYSE:WYN). Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. Appoints Longtime Procter & Gamble Executive Clayton C. "Clayt" Daley, Jr. to Board of DirectorsStarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT), one of the world's largest hotel and leisure companies, announced today the appointment of Clayton C. Daley, Jr. to the Company's Board of Directors. Mr. Daley, 57, is currently Vice Chair and Chie IHG Appoints Christian Hempell to Newly Created Position of Vice President, Holiday Inn Club VacationsIHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)], the world's largest hotel group by number of rooms, has appointed Christian Hempell to the newly created role of vice president, Holiday Inn Club Vacations, where he will lead the new... Hilton Hotels Corporation Names Daniel Hughes Senior Vice President - Mexico, The Caribbean and Latin AmericaHilton Hotels Corporation announces that Daniel Hughes has been promoted to senior vice president, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Latin America. In this role, Hughes will form part of the company's senior operating team for Hilton's full-service hotels... Starwood Hotels & Resorts Names Mike Tiedy Senior Vice President Brand Design & InnovationStarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) announced today the appointment of Mike Tiedy as Senior Vice President, Brand Design & Innovation. Tiedy, 48, will oversee all creative and design resources worldwide for Starwood's nine renown Hilton Hotels Corporation Announces Promotions Within Development Team Supporting the U.S.A., Canada and MexicoHilton Hotels Corporation (HHC) announced today that Craig Mance has been named senior vice president – franchise development for the U.S.A., Canada and Mexico, according to Bill Fortier, recently named senior vice president... Wyndham Worldwide Names Director Of Supplier DiversityWyndham Worldwide (NYSE:WYN), one of the world's largest hospitality companies, has appointed Jose Nido director of supplier diversity. 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. Choice Hotels International Accelerates Management Succession PlanWorldwide lodging franchisor Choice Hotels International (NYSE: CHH) today announced that it has accelerated its previously announced management succession plan. Stephen P. Joyce will assume the chief executive officer role effective... Industry Veteran Teri Fox Joins Budgetel Franchise SystemAtlanta-based Budgetel Franchise System has named respected hotel industry veteran Teri Fox to the newly-created position of vice president for franchise operations, effective June 23. Red Lion Hotels Corporation Announces Management Additions in Project Management and OperationsRed Lion Hotels Corporation (NYSE: RLH) announced today that Paul Bolton has joined its team as Vice President, Design, Construction and Engineering. La Quinta Announces Temple H. Weiss as Chief Financial OfficerLa Quinta announces Temple H. Weiss has been selected as executive vice president and chief financial officer to succeed Robert Harshbarger, who retired in May. Red Lion Hotels Corporation Promotes Barry Hughes to Senior Vice President, Distribution and MarketingRed Lion Hotels Corporation (NYSE: RLH) announced today that Barry Hughes has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Distribution and Marketing, effective immediately. Global Hyatt Corporation Names Harmit Singh Chief Financial OfficerGlobal Hyatt Corporation President and Chief Executive Officer Mark Hoplamazian today announced the appointment of Harmit Singh as chief financial officer (CFO). Hilton Hotels Announces New Executive AppointmentsHilton Hotels Corporation ("Hilton") today announced that Ross Klein and Amar Lalvani will join the company as Global Head of Luxury & Lifestyle Brands and Global Head of Luxury & Lifestyle Brand Development, respectively. Hyatt Names Amy Curtis-McIntyre to Key Worldwide Marketing PostHyatt Hotels & Resorts has named Amy Curtis-McIntyre to the newly created position of senior vice president, brand communication. Wyndham Hotel Group Appoints International Development ExecutiveWyndham Hotel Group today announced the appointment of lodging industry veteran Tom Monahan as executive vice president, international development. Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. Appoints Thomas E. Clarke, Ph.D to Board of DirectorsStarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT), one of the world's largest hotel and leisure companies, announced today the appointment of Thomas E. Clarke, Ph.D to the Company's Board of Directors. Starwood Hotels & Resorts Names Jeff Cava Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources OfficerFrits van Paasschen, President and Chief Executive Officer for Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) announced today the appointment of Jeff Cava as Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer. Starwood Hotels & Resorts Names Phil McAveety Chief Brand OfficerStarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) announced today the appointment of Phil McAveety as Chief Brand Officer for the global hotel giant. Radisson Plaza-Warwick Hotel Philadelphia Appoints New General ManagerRadisson Hotels & Resorts(R) today announced the hiring of James Riker as the new general manager of one of its marquee properties, the Radisson Plaza-Warwick Hotel Philadelphia located at 1701 Locust Street just off the world-renowned... Whitbread Appoints New Non-executive DirectorWhitbread PLC has today announced the appointment of Stephen Williams as a Non-Executive Director. Value Place Hotel Hires Senior Vice President of Safety and Security InnovationsValue Place Franchise Services LLC announces that Bob Creech has been named Senior Vice President of Safety and Security Innovations. Starwood Hotels & Resorts Names Simon Turner President, Global DevelopmentStarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) announced today the appointment of Simon Turner as President, Global Development. 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. Choice Hotels Names Sandy Michel General CounselChoice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) today announced that it has named Sandy Michel as senior vice president, general counsel and secretary. Ms. Michel has over 25 years experience in leadership positions in large law firms and corporate legal... Choice Hotels Announces Management Succession PlanThe board of directors of Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) today announced a management succession plan intended to support the company through the next phase of its growth. Whitbread Announces New Senior Management Team For Whitbread Hotel & RestaurantsWhitbread PLC has announced the composition of its new senior management team for the Whitbread Hotels & Restaurants business. Choice Hotels Names Chris Malone Chief Marketing OfficerChoice Hotels International (NYSE: CHH) today announced that it has named Chris Malone chief marketing officer, with responsibility for the company's global consumer marketing, worldwide travel industry sales, e-commerce and reservations efforts. Microtel Inns & Suites Brand Brings New National Sales Team In-HouseAtlanta-based US Franchise Systems, Inc. (USFS) has announced a new and expanded national sales team led by industry veteran Rachel Tyler, CTTE and Vice President of National Sales, and dedicated to its Microtel Inns & Suites and Hawthorn Suites hotel Hyatt Appoints Brigitta Witt Vice President, Environmental AffairsHyatt Hotels & Resorts has announced the appointment of Brigitta Witt to the new role of vice president, environmental affairs. New Value Place Hotel Franchise Chief Development Officer Ready to Further Expand Extended Stay ConceptValue Place Franchise Services LLC -- the nation's fastest-growing extended stay hotel chain -- announced today that Paul M. Mangiamele has been named Chief Development Officer/Senior Vice President of Franchise Development. Hyatt Hotels & Resorts Names Jill Johnson Vice President, Asset ManagementHyatt Hotels & Resorts has announced that Jill Johnson has been appointed Vice President, Asset Management. 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. 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. 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. Global Hyatt Corporation Announces Creation of Americas Development TeamGlobal Hyatt Corporation today announced a development team dedicated exclusively to the Americas. Dan Chappelle Named General Manager of CruiseShipCenters USA Inc.Cruise industry expert Dan Chappelle has been named General Manager, CruiseShipCenters USA Inc. In this newly created role, Chappelle will be responsible for operating CruiseShipCenters' first U.S.-based retail location and host agency in Bellevue... |
Features & Special ReportsFranchising With Family Members Can Be Fraught With Danger Or Filled With SuccessIt can be difficult enough to get a franchise up and running on your own, or with other operational and investing partners, but it can be downright arduous if family members are involved in the deal. But that's the route some franchisees take and when done properly this management model can provide years of personal and professional harmony. But there are some secrets to making it work. Go in unprepared and you could break up a business and a family. The Winner's ColumnAs savvy franchise companies continue to flourish in this challenging economy, FUSR will continue to bring you good news each month, highlighting brands that are adding units, increasing comp store sales, striking deals with investors, and continuing to grow despite the economy - maybe even because of it. And, as the U.S. struggles through its "jobless recovery," growth-oriented franchisors continue to look overseas for expansion opportunities. Sales Intelligence for Superior Performance, Part 2Aggressive growth companies measure the performance of their sales personnel just as they do their advertising. With high recruitment expenses you can't afford mediocre selling performance, which costs dearly in lost franchise deals. A policyholder survey by Prudential Insurance revealed that the greatest influencing factor in the buying process is the sales person. Turning Around Struggling FranchiseesTwo years of tight credit and reduced consumer spending have left many franchisees reeling and put a serious crimp in franchisors' royalty streams. Workout professionals and bankruptcy attorneys experienced in franchising discuss what franchisors can do to help turn around distressed units - without spending scarce funds or getting themselves into legal hot water. New Gift Card Regulations Kicked in August 22ndLast year when President Obama signed the Credit Card Act of 2009 (the Act") into law, the nation's attention largely focused on those provisions of the law that aim to change the way credit card companies do business with consumers. However, since the Act imposes requirements on gift card issuers, it also changed the way many retailers and franchise companies will do business with consumers. Strong Cultures Sell More Franchises!Every franchise organization has a culture, the same way every person has a personality. If your franchise brand is serious about growth and development, ask yourself these two questions: 1) Does our franchise system have a strong, positive culture?; and 2) Is it a culture that promotes selling franchises? Special Operations: Franchising in a Strange LandOpening franchise units in nontraditional locations has been the domain of specialists--but not anymore. With the economy still slumping, lending still tight, and suburban expansion at a standstill, many multi-unit franchisees are exploring the viability of sites such as airports, hotels, colleges, senior centers, highway rest stops, hospitals, and military bases. Rolling with the Punches: Franchisors Continue Adapting to ChangeThe rules and methods for franchise sales are changing daily with the general public's increasing awareness of the economy, deficits, lending, the housing market, and more. As some of us "graybeards" can remember, this isn't the first time the rules have changed--and it won't be the last. Change on the HorizonJust like any business, the franchising business is one that I have seen evolve tremendously over the past 30 years. While many of the cornerstones and crucial elements - product, simplicity, control, and support - remain the same, so much is changing. Hiring Entrepreneurs: A Case Study of Hiring the Spirit of SuccessAs we continue to mine Dave Melton's book, <i>Hire the American Dream,</i> I thought it would be interesting to highlight a case study that demonstrates just how successful smart hiring can be. Here Melton describes his experience hiring an immigrant.
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