Hotel Industry Appointments

Michelle Engstrom Named Corporate Director Of Venue Marketing & Programming For Pivot Hotels
July, 26 2017
With dual reporting to Patricia Davis, vice president of sales, marketing and revenue management and Caroline Dyal, vice president of operations, Engstrom will drive venue marketing and activation efforts for all Pivot hotel venues, while providing a consistent brand voice amping up venue marketing objectives to support overall venue strategy. continue reading →

Patrick Pacious to Succeed Stephen Joyce As Chief Executive Officer for Choice Hotels in January 2018
July, 16 2017
Pacious currently serves as President and Chief Operating Officer, and will succeed Chief Executive Officer Stephen Joyce. Joyce will continue in his role as CEO through the end of the year, after which he will assume the role of Vice Chairman of the Board. Pacious is expected to join the Board of Directors in September. continue reading →

Chema Basterrechea Named Chief Operating Officer for Rezidor
July, 16 2017
Chema Basterrechea has been Chief Operating Officer at NH Hotel Group, prior to his appointment with Rezidor. Chema has worked for NHHG for more than 23 years, as Chief Operating Officer, Managing Director of different Business Units, Senior Vice President Food & Beverage, Director of Integration, Merger Integration Officer and General Manager. continue reading →