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| Chip Ohlsson |
PARSIPPANY, NJ – With a continued focus on growing its
footprint and brands, Wyndham Hotel Group strengthens its development team with
the addition of Chip Ohlsson as
executive vice president and chief development officer, North America.
A seasoned hospitality veteran, Ohlsson brings
to Wyndham a deep knowledge of hotel financing, portfolio management, and
well-established industry relationships.
“This is more than a
welcome, it’s a homecoming for Chip, who began his hospitality career with us
selling Howard Johnson® and was part of the Wyndham family for more than 10
years in various roles,” said Bob
Loewen, executive vice president and chief operating officer for Wyndham
Hotel Group.
“Our team has driven tremendous growth for our brands, and Chip’s
return ensures we continue building momentum across North America.”
Ohlsson rejoins Wyndham
Hotel Group as the company renews its focus on building and reinvigorating its
portfolio of 15 brands.
In his new role, Ohlsson
will drive the development strategy for iconic brands including Days Inn and
Super 8 across North America with a focus on proactively identifying and
building strategic partnerships to position Wyndham Hotel Group in new markets
and to optimize its presence in existing markets.
He will also be responsible for strengthening
and expanding relationships with owners and key ownership groups including real
estate investment trusts, developers and financial institutions with
hospitality portfolios.
Additionally, Ohlsson will focus on
strengthening and evolving the Hotel Group's development team.
For a complete copy of the company’s news release,
please contact:
Gabriella Chiera
Wyndham Hotel Group
22 Sylvan Way
Parsippany, NJ 07054
(973) 753-6590
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