PARSIPPANY, N.J., JUNE 20, 2019 – Super 8® by Wyndham, the world’s largest economy hotel brand, today announced a dream opportunity for young, aspiring designers with the launch of its first-ever ROOM8 Design Challenge. Centered on re-imagining a traditional hotel suite, the challenge looks to bring a fresh perspective to shared hotel accommodations and invites creative applicants to submit original design renderings for what will eventually become the brand’s new ROOM8 (pronounced roommate) room concept.
The winning candidate will have the opportunity to refine and evolve their initial design alongside interior designer and TV personality Alison Victoria and will receive a $10,000 design fee upon successful completion of the project. The final concept will then be brought to life with a commercial-grade assortment from Wayfair Professional, Wayfair’s specialized program for business customers, before being piloted at select Super 8 hotels across the U.S. and Canada.
Available now through July 20, 2019, applicants can visit www.super8.com/ROOM8 to learn more and submit their formal application. The challenge is open to all aspiring designers, with experts in co-living—college students, graduates and urbanites—highly encouraged to apply.
“Super 8 is known for being travelers’ companion on the road and that’s a role we take very seriously,” said Mike Mueller, Super 8 brand leader and senior vice president. “Our research shows a rising group of guests who need the reliability, affordability and accessibility of a trusted hotel brand but want a space different from that of a traditional hotel room or suite. From millennials road tripping with a group of their friends to construction workers sharing a room with members of their crew, ROOM8 tackles this need head-on, allowing guests to share a room and socialize without forcing them to compromise on having their own personal space, including their own bed.”
“We’re giving aspiring designers a chance to try their hand at flipping Super 8 hotel suites across the country into modern co-living spaces for a new generation of road trippers,” said Alison Victoria, interior designer and TV personality. “This project is an exciting opportunity to incorporate the hottest global movement in travel to an iconic American brand through smart design. Our winning candidate will bring to the table a practical, space-optimizing concept that aligns seamlessly with Super 8’s newly elevated look and feel.”
Once selected, the winning designer will participate in a series of virtual consultations with Alison Victoria and Super 8, followed by a trip to New York City to meet Alison and unveil the final, evolved design. The creation of ROOM8 comes on the heels of the completion of the largest redesign in Super 8 brand history, a multi-year effort during which the brand’s hotels across the U.S. and Canada invested more than $100 million into room renovations, elevating the Super 8 guest experience.
Design and Rendering Requirements
Must be of a jaw-dropping, creative quality
Must be for a room of approximately 23’ 10” (L) x 16’ (W) x 7’ 6” (H)
Must include a minimum of three angles, including one top down view of the space
Must seamlessly align with Super 8’s $100 million room refresh, pulling through key colors and aesthetics, including the brand’s signature, hyper-local, black and white art
Must accommodate four or more guests, with individual sleeping accommodations for each guest
Must include social space allowing for guest interaction and should include a large TV (ideally also visible from beds) and unique, unexpected elements that encourage socialization (e.g. foosball table, classic video games, board and card games, etc.)
Must include an apartment size fridge/microwave, multiple outlets, telephone and storage for clothes/luggage
Must leverage elements from the current Super 8 room design or those available via Wayfair at wayfair.com
Approximate cost for furnishing the full room should not exceed $5,000
Applicant Qualifications
A bright, creative mind with an eye for design
Must be 18 years or older to apply
Must be a resident of the U.S. or Canada (excluding Quebec) with valid identification
Ability to travel domestically in September 2019 to meet designer Alison Victoria
The Perks
$10,000 design fee upon successful completion of the project
Mentorship from designer Alison Victoria
Trip to NYC to meet designer Alison Victor (hotel, economy air, transportation and meals)
Wyndham Rewards® Diamond membership
Glowing reference from a Super 8 by Wyndham executive
For more information on the Super 8 by Wyndham ROOM8 Design Challenge, including official rules and how to apply, visit www.super8.com/ROOM8.
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About Super 8 by Wyndham For more than four decades, Super 8® by Wyndham—the world’s largest economy hotel brand with nearly 2,900 hotels globally—has served as a trusted and convenient companion on the road. Today, we’re on a mission to elevate economy, modernizing the brand for the next generation of traveler with newly redesigned rooms, fast, free Wi-Fi and a complimentary breakfast.
A strong supporter of our servicemen and women, Super 8 is proud to offer reserved parking for Veterans at all locations across the U.S. and Canada along with a 15% discount to members of the military and their families. To learn more, or to book your next stay, visit www.super8.com. You can also like us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/super8) and follow us on Instagram (www.instagram.com/super8). See you on the road.
About Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company, with approximately 9,200 hotels across more than 80 countries on six continents. Through its network of approximately 812,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveler, Wyndham commands a leading presence in the economy and midscale segments of the lodging industry. The Company operates a portfolio of 20 hotel brands, including Super 8®, Days Inn®, Ramada®, Microtel Inn & Suites®, La Quinta®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, Trademark Collection®, and Wyndham®. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is also a leading provider of hotel management services, with more than 400 properties under management. The Company’s award-winning Wyndham Rewards® loyalty program offers over 75 million enrolled members the opportunity to redeem points at tens of thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals globally. For more information, visit www.wyndhamhotels.com.
PARSIPPANY, N.J. (June 6, 2019) – TRYP by Wyndham today opens doors in Pittsburgh’s trendy Lawrenceville neighborhood – once dubbed “America’s Coolest Neighborhood” – transforming a historic trade school building into a celebration of local art and culture with TRYP by Wyndham Pittsburgh/Lawrenceville.
The 108-room hotel was developed by The Century Group, a hospitality company with roots in Pittsburgh and a history of successful developments with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts brands. Lawrenceville, with a bustling art and design scene emerging from an industrial past, is a strategic addition for TRYP by Wyndham, a brand designed to offer guests authentic experiences in up-and-coming destinations.
“Lawrenceville is one of Pittsburgh’s fastest-growing neighborhoods, with a budding future in technology built upon its historic industrial past,” said Anthony Emanuelo, brand leader for TRYP by Wyndham. “We are committed to growing the TRYP by Wyndham brand in destinations with unique local culture for travelers to explore. Our collaboration with the Century Group, which knows Pittsburgh and has a strong passion for hospitality, empowers the unique identity of the hotel as a new landmark in Lawrenceville with a storied history all its own.”
TRYP by Wyndham is home to over 100 hotels in global destinations with distinct personalities like Abu Dhabi, Brisbane, Paris and Sao Paulo. TRYP by Wyndham Pittsburgh/Lawrenceville will be the 10th location across the U.S. and Puerto Rico for the brand, which recently opened a new hotel in Savannah, Georgia.
A TRYP to the Old School
TRYP by Wyndham Pittsburgh/Lawrenceville is steeped in neighborhood history; the building itself is a creative re-adaptation of the city’s former Washington Education Center, a vocational trade school. The hotel features art reflecting the various trades taught in each space – guests can even see remnants of the school’s former basketball court lining the walls of the elevator bank – as well as two restaurants, a coffee bar and wine shop, spectacular rooftop city views, and two distinct event spaces.
Designed by Pittsburgh firm Desmone Architects, the hotel is also home to the work of over 30 local artists, thanks to a partnership with Casey Droege Cultural Productions. Among these is a unique storytelling installation featuring interviews with former students and staff members of the school, created by production artist Aaron Henderson.
“As part of the Pittsburgh and Lawrenceville communities, we know how special this city is and wanted the right opportunity to welcome travelers through the eyes of locals,” said Josh Aderholt, principal at the Century Group. “As long-time partners with Wyndham, we’ve been looking for the perfect opportunity to launch a lifestyle brand and knew that TRYP by Wyndham– backed by our local expertise and the support of a hospitality powerhouse like Wyndham– would thrive among the distinct culture in Lawrenceville.”
In addition to more than 2,000 square feet of meeting and event space, TRYP by Wyndham Pittsburgh/Lawrenceville will also feature two original restaurant concepts: the street-level Brick Shop and the rooftop Over Eden. At Brick Shop, guests can enjoy a classic contemporary American menu featuring regional cuisine, in-house butchery and the creativity of the city’s finest culinary artisans. With spectacular downtown and river views, Over Eden offers fresh, shareable dishes year-round. Both restaurants will feature menus rooted in the seasonality of local ingredients, boutique wine lists, a thoughtful local beer selection and a cocktail program offering classics along with simple, fresh new offerings
Part experience and part destination, TRYP by Wyndham® hotels set the stage for the inside traveler – because there’s no better way to get to know a city than experiencing it like a local. With more than 100 hotels tucked in the heart of the world’s most exciting cities, from bucket-list staples like Abu Dhabi, Brisbane, Barcelona and New York City to must-see travel hotspots and up-and-coming destinations, each TRYP by Wyndham hotel is steeped in the local culture of its city. Hotels offer unique local flavors and amenities, all united by the brand’s Mediterranean roots and chic, urban style. For more information about developing a TRYP by Wyndham hotel, click here.
About Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company, with approximately 9,200 hotels across more than 80 countries on six continents. Through its network of approximately 812,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveler, Wyndham commands a leading presence in the economy and midscale segments of the lodging industry. The Company operates a portfolio of 20 hotel brands, including Super 8®, Days Inn®, Ramada®, Microtel®®, La Quinta®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, Trademark Collection®, and Wyndham®. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is also a leading provider of hotel management services, with more than 400 properties under management. The Company’s award-winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty program offers over 75 million enrolled members the opportunity to redeem points at tens of thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals globally. For more information, visit www.wyndhamhotels.com.
Inks deal to introduce brand to Dominican Republic with eight new hotels;
Opens nine new hotels in U.S. in second quarter to date inspired by innovative Del Sol prototype
The recently-opened La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown, owned by Andrew Firestone of Stone Park Capital, combines the brand’s Del Sol prototype with local architectural style, including a unique rooftop pool with sweeping views. Click to Download
NEW YORK, N.Y. (June 3, 2019) – La Quinta by Wyndham – celebrating one year as part of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company – showcases strong progress as it continues to expand its portfolio of hotels, today announcing plans to introduce its upper-midscale flag to the Caribbean for the first time while welcoming an additional nine new hotels to its growing U.S. portfolio.
“Now armed with Wyndham’s substantial scale, distribution and resources, La Quinta by Wyndham is just beginning to scratch the surface of its growth potential,” said Tom Barber, Chief Global Development Officer. “We’re seeing increased interest from developers and guests around the world as we expand the brand in strategic markets, leveraging our scale and global reach to capitalize on the brand’s international potential in destinations with strong demand for upper-midscale lodging – like the Dominican Republic – meeting the needs of the growing traveling class of 280 million households seeking trusted, value-driven travel experiences.”
Dominican Republic Debut
The development agreement with Caribbean developer Profusion Group marks the first executed deal outside of the U.S. for La Quinta by Wyndham since Wyndham acquired the brand and outlined its strategic international expansion plans.
The newly signed deal calls for eight new construction La Quinta by Wyndham hotels in the Dominican Republic over the next five years, four of which are slated to open in 2021 and will be managed by Wyndham’s growing international management arm. The new hotels will open in top destinations with emerging need for select-service accommodations as alternatives to the island’s upscale all-inclusive resorts, as well as in up-and-coming cities with growing hotel supply needs.
Barber added: “With a top-performing Caribbean economy and millions of annual visitors, the Dominican Republic attracts a variety of travelers seeking the exceptional value, service and quality for which La Quinta by Wyndham is known in the U.S. We are committed to working with passionate, like-minded partners like Profusion Group to introduce the brand to new markets – and new travelers – around the world.”
“The Dominican Republic’s leading position in the Caribbean’s hospitality sector, combined with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts’ leadership team, a strong and sustainable economy and growing middle class will add to La Quinta by Wyndham’s fast growing footprint,” said Edward De Valle II, CEO of Profusion Group.
The agreement complements the brand’s existing portfolio of 14 hotels in Latin America and the Caribbean. In early 2018, the brand debuted in Santiago, Chile, and León, Mexico.
Fast-Growing Footprint
La Quinta by Wyndham continues its growth in the U.S., welcoming nine new hotels in April and May 2019 including locations in Branson, Missouri; Flagstaff, Arizona; Spring and San Antonio, Texas; Perry and Brunswick, Georgia; as well as Clovis, San Bernardino and San Luis Obispo, California. Since its acquisition one year ago, the brand has executed nearly 30 franchise agreements and opened more than 20 hotels as part of the Wyndham Hotels & Resorts family.
New construction development is a major force behind the brand’s growth trajectory, accounting for approximately 90 percent of the 260 hotels in its pipeline as of March 31, 2019. Much of that growth is anchored by the brand’s Del Sol prototype, which combines dynamic design elements with guest-centric offerings while helping to maximize revenue-per-square-foot for developers. As part of its comprehensive new construction growth strategy, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is applying La Quinta’s design expertise to its other brands, starting with economy leader Microtel by Wyndham which announced its new Moda prototype design earlier this year.
In April, the brand was successfully integrated to Wyndham’s cloud-based, state-of-the-art technology platforms in what Wyndham Hotels & Resorts believes was one of the largest same day migrations in the history of the hospitality industry. It was also integrated into the award-winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty program, adding 13 million new members and growing membership by approximately 20% to 75 million members.
The brand also launched its first integrated marketing campaign since it was acquired by Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, “Tomorrow You Triumph,” which captures business travelers’ unique experiences, highlighting La Quinta’s key business amenities that help deliver what guests need to succeed while traveling. The first national television spot, “Screensaver,” began airing in early April and hones in on the benefits Wyndham Rewards loyalty members can reap just by staying with La Quinta.
ABOUT PROFUSION GROUP
Profusion Group is a company dedicated to the development, investment and asset management in the Tourism and Hospitality sector. The firm’s target markets are concentrated in the Caribbean and North Latin America (LACAR) with a primary emphasis in the Dominican Republic. Through its highly qualified professional team, Profusion Group seeks to generate value in each of its activities, thus maximizing risk-adjusted returns for its investors.
ABOUT LA QUINTA BY WYNDHAM
With more than 915 destinations in North and Latin America, the upper-midscale La Quinta by Wyndham brand is a bright spot in every travelers’ journey. Whether traveling for business or leisure, guests can rest assured, relax, and recharge thanks to the brand’s Bright Morning Bed®, free Bright Side Breakfast®, spacious in-room work areas, pet-friendly rooms and free high-speed internet. For more information, visit www.lq.com. Like and follow La Quinta on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. For more information on developing a La Quinta by Wyndham hotel, click here.
ABOUT WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company, with approximately 9,200 hotels across more than 80 countries on six continents. Through its network of approximately 812,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveler, Wyndham commands a leading presence in the economy and midscale segments of the lodging industry. The Company operates a portfolio of 20 hotel brands, including Super 8®, Days Inn®, Ramada®, Microtel Inn & Suites®, La Quinta®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, Trademark Collection®, and Wyndham®. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is also a leading provider of hotel management services, with more than 400 properties under management. The Company’s award-winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty program offers over 75 million enrolled members the opportunity to redeem points at thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals globally. For more information, visit www.wyndhamhotels.com.
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Summer’s hottest gig returns with aspirations abroad, offers $10,000 payday plus travel
PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 6, 2019 ‒ It’s sun’s out, shades on and passport-in-hand for one thrill-seeker ready to seize the days with iconic hotel brand Days Inn® by Wyndham. Back by popular demand, the economy hospitality leader is once again offering the hottest gig of the summer but this time with a global flair: the Days Inn “Sunternship” program.
Now through May 24, 2019 at DaysInn.com/Suntern, Days Inn welcomes applicants 21 years and older with a passion for international travel, an eye for photography and a love of written storytelling to jet set overseas this summer as the brand’s “Suntern,” chronicling sunlit experiences in an official travel guide to be featured on the hotel’s website and social channels.
For many Americans, bucket-list trips like the Days Inn Sunternship are purely aspirational, especially when student loan debt is at an all-time high and can impede travel budgets. According to the U.S. Federal Reserve, there are more than 44 million borrowers who collectively owe $1.5 trillion in student loan debt in the U.S. alone. Days Inn is here to help. In addition to paid hotel and air accommodations, this year’s Suntern will receive a $150 daily travel stipend plus $10,000.
“We’re continually dreaming up ways to brighten guests’ stays at our hotels, fueling their days when they’re with us and their wanderlusts when they leave us,” said Patrick Breen, vice president, Brand Operations, Days Inn by Wyndham. “We believe everyone deserves a cultured, overseas experience – without deferring or prolonging student loans – and this mindset was the very inspiration behind this year’s global Sunternship program.”
While the 2018 Sunternship program focused on travel to some of the sunniest cities in the U.S., this year’s post lets the recipient hand-select their journey under the sun – think London, Rio de Janeiro, Montreal, and beyond – staying at some of Days Inn’s more than 1,700 locations along the way.
About the Role: This customizable, two week-long dream job entails journaling and snapping sunny photos throughout an international jaunt in destinations with Days Inn locations, such as the U.S., Canada, Europe, South America and Asia. What’s more, the selected Suntern will get major street cred. Photos and travel insight captured will be featured on the brand’s website, DaysInn.com, and its social media channels, in the form of a digital travel guide.
Responsibilities:
Travel to an international destination(s) for two weeks this summer.
Document your adventures in a travel journal and share your top things to do and see.
Capture as many sun-inspired photos as your camera roll can hold.
Qualifications:
A bright, creative, aspiring writer and photographer.
At least 21 years old.
S. resident with a valid passport.
Open to new experiences, has a passion for travel and enjoys exploring new cultures.
The ability to travel abroad for two consecutive weeks in August 2019.
The Perks:
$10,000 payday.
Paid hotel and economy air accommodations.
A $150 daily travel stipend, allowing you to explore your sunny destination(s) to the fullest.
Photos and journal excerpts featured on the brand’s website and social media channels.
Wyndham Rewards® Diamond membership.
A glowing recommendation from a Days Inn by Wyndham executive upon successful completion of the Sunternship.
How to Apply:
Visit DaysInn.com/Suntern by May 24, 2019 to submit an original sun-filled photo, as well as a 300-word entry describing your dream destination and why you belong there this summer. We’ll assess applicants’ photography and storytelling skills, and select the brightest person for the job.
For more information, or to see trip highlights and photos taken by last year’s Suntern, visit DaysInn.com/Suntern.
About Days Inn by Wyndham With more than 1,700 locations across 25 countries, Days Inn by Wyndham is one of the largest, most well-recognized hotel brands in the world. Welcoming guests with a warm smile and a clean, inviting room, most locations offer fast, free Wi-Fi; an energizing continental breakfast; swimming pool or fitness center; and more. Whether it’s small town or downtown, a trip with family or a getaway with friends, count on Days Inn by Wyndham for a great stay paired with a little extra sunshine along the way. Seize the days and book your next stay at www.daysinn.com. You can also like and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.
About Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company, with approximately 9,200 hotels across more than 80 countries on six continents. Through its network of approximately 812,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveler, Wyndham commands a leading presence in the economy and midscale segments of the lodging industry. The Company operates a portfolio of 20 hotel brands, including Super 8®, Days Inn®, Ramada®, Microtel Inn & Suites®, La Quinta®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, The Trademark Collection®, and Wyndham®. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is also a leading provider of hotel management services, with more than 400 properties under management. The Company’s award-winning Wyndham Rewards® loyalty program offers over 75 million enrolled members the opportunity to redeem points at tens of thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals globally. For more information, visit www.wyndhamhotels.com.
La Quinta by Wyndham and revered entrepreneur Robert Herjavec uncover what makes today’s business traveler tick with newly commissioned survey
PARSIPPANY, N.J.(May 2, 2019) — What does it take for today’s business traveler to make the most of their time on the road and experience triumphant trips? La Quinta by Wyndham — a trusted hotel brand among career commuters for more than 50 years — along with esteemed entrepreneur and investor on the hit television series Shark Tank, Robert Herjavec, today unveiled the behaviors, quirks and realities business travelers face with the brand’s first-ever “La Quinta Means Business” national survey.
In its new survey, La Quinta sheds light on burning business travel questions, including how many travelers actually unpack their suitcases, the latest they’ve stayed up preparing for meetings, the alarming number of people who have stocked up at the hotel breakfast bar for later and, yet, the number of business travelers who experienced loud, embarrassing stomach grumbles during a meeting. La Quinta is using these insights to help guests succeed while on the road with the signature amenities they need, including free high-speed Wi-Fi, free breakfast, 24/7 coffee and tea, signature comfortable bedding, modern fitness centers, spacious in-room work areas with charging stations and social gathering spaces.
“La Quinta is a longtime champion of business travelers, and hearing directly from this group allows us to better understand what motivates them and makes them tick so we can support them in the ways they need it most,” says Lisa Checchio, chief marketing officer of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. “Business trips are opportunities for travelers to triumph in their careers — and we want to be there every step of the way. Not only do our hotels help these guests prepare with amenities like free Wi-Fi, breakfast and a great night’s sleep, but they also offer the expanded opportunity to earn and accumulate valuable loyalty points for their hard work and redeem them for sought-after perks like free nights through our award-winning Wyndham Rewards program.”
Few understand how to succeed in business, in life and on the road quite like Robert Herjavec. Traveling more than 100 days a year and spending nearly 300 hours in the air annually, Herjavec is the definition of a road warrior with unique insight on the idiosyncrasies of business travel.
“I’m constantly traveling for business, so it’s important that every facet of my travel experience, especially my hotel, helps me make the most of my most valuable resource: time,” says Herjavec. “I’m thrilled to work with La Quinta by Wyndham, a brand that understands the unique challenges business travelers face and offers the essentials we need to succeed.”
SURVEY SAYS: ALL IN A DAY’S WORK
La Quinta’s survey tapped into business travelers’ mindsets, how they maximize their hotel stays, how they amp up for a big day and more:
Home away from home
The bare necessities: Sixty-four percent of business travelers think it would be harder to go without high-speed Wi-Fi than clean underwear on a business trip
A type A traveler: Forty percent of business travelers unpack their suitcases and put things in the closet
or dresser
Rest assured: Forty-three percent of business travelers married or in a relationship prefer to sleep in a hotel bed they have all to themselves the night before a big meeting
Road fuel
But first, coffee: Thirty-four percent of business travelers say drinking coffee or tea is one of the most important ways to prepare for work while traveling
Deep pockets: Nearly four in five (79%) business travelers have stocked up on food from the hotel breakfast bar to eat later in the day
Hungry for success:More than a third (35%) of business travelers have had their stomachs grumble during a meeting or presentation
The hangover: More than 1/4 of male business travelers (28%) have been hungover during a meeting or presentation while on a business trip compared to 14% of female business travelers
Points & priorities
Paw-ssociates: Thirty percent of business travelers think that finding care for their pet(s) is among the biggest hassles to deal with when preparing to travel for business, while 23% think that finding care for their child(ren) is among the biggest hassles.
Happy birthday to me: Eighty-one percent of business travelers say they’ve missed a special event, such as birthdays or holidays, due to business travel
Loyal as the day is long: The majority of business travelers (59%) say they’d never stay in a hotel when traveling for work where they could not earn rewards points
The inaugural “La Quinta Means Business” survey comes on the heels of the brand’s first integrated marketing campaign since it was acquired by Wyndham Hotels & Resorts in May 2018 and joined the Wyndham Rewards loyalty program. The new campaign, “Tomorrow You Triumph,” captures business travelers’ unique experiences, mindsets and challenges, highlighting La Quinta’s key business amenities that help deliver what guests need to prepare, relax and succeed while traveling. The first national television spot, “Screensaver,” began airing in early April and hones in on the benefits Wyndham Rewards loyalty members can reap just by staying with La Quinta.
For more information, visit www.lq.com. The “La Quinta Means Business” survey was conducted by Wakefield Research between March 13 and March 19, 2019, using an email invitation and on online survey among 1,000 U.S. business travelers ages 35–54, defined as those traveling for business 10-plus times per year.
ABOUT LA QUINTA BY WYNDHAM With more than 915 destinations in North and Latin America, the upper-midscale, pet-friendly La Quinta by Wyndham brand is a bright spot in every travelers’ journey. Whether traveling for business or leisure, guests can rest assured, relax, and recharge thanks to the brand’s Bright Morning Bed®, free Bright Side Breakfast®, spacious in-room work areas, and free high-speed internet. For more information, visit www.lq.com. Like and follow La Quinta on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. For more information on developing a La Quinta by Wyndham hotel, click here.
ABOUT WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company, with approximately 9,200 hotels across more than 80 countries on six continents. Through its network of approximately 812,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveler, Wyndham commands a leading presence in the economy and midscale segments of the lodging industry. The Company operates a portfolio of 20 hotel brands, including Super 8®, Days Inn®, Ramada®, Microtel Inn & Suites®, La Quinta®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, The Trademark Collection®, and Wyndham®. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is also a leading provider of hotel management services, with more than 400 properties under management. The Company’s award-winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty program offers over 75 million enrolled members the opportunity to redeem points at thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals globally. For more information, visit www.wyndhamhotels.com.
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Guests will receive $0 delivery fees* on all orders delivered through DoorDash to over 3,700 Wyndham locations, while first time DoorDash customers receive an additional $5 off** plus 2,000 bonus Wyndham Rewards points
SAN FRANCISCO (May 2, 2019) – DoorDash, the largest and fastest-growing on-demand destination for door-to-door delivery in more than 4,000 cities in the United States and Canada, and Wyndham Rewards®, the award-winning rewards program of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH), have launched a new partnership, powering on-property delivery service to more than 3,700 hotels across the nation and offering guests access to DoorDash’s industry-leading selection of restaurants.
Available at more than 3,700 locations and counting, the partnership brings on-demand food access to most of Wyndham’s 20 well-known hotel brands, including household names like Days Inn® by Wyndham, Super 8® by Wyndham and La Quinta® by Wyndham, among others. Hotel guests will have a host of additional benefits like $0 delivery fees*, first-time customer discounts, and more, including special perks for members of Wyndham Rewards. Among the benefits available to guests:
New DoorDash Customers New DoorDash customers can earn $5 off** their first order, in addition to $0 delivery fees, when they order food delivery to any participating hotel through the DoorDash platform with promo code WR5. Wyndham Rewards members who start their order at www.wyndhamrewards.com/doordash will also receive 250 Wyndham Rewards points plus 2,000 bonus points for their first order. (Points are in addition to any points being earned on hotel stays.)
Existing DoorDash Customers All customers staying at participating Wyndham properties will receive $0 delivery fees* on all orders delivered to the hotel through the DoorDash platform, with promo code WRD. To receive $0 delivery fees, customers can order at www.DoorDash.com or download the DoorDash app for Android or iOS. Wyndham Rewards members who start their order at www.wyndhamrewards.com/doordash will also receive 250 Wyndham Rewards points. (Points are in addition to any points being earned on hotel stays.)
“We are thrilled to partner nationwide with Wyndham Rewards, our first partner within the hotel space,” said Matt Rotella, DoorDash’s Head of Corporate Development. “This partnership extends our continued commitment to meeting our customers wherever they are, allowing them to have the same access to great restaurants and fantastic service while traveling.”
“As champions of the everyday traveler, Wyndham is continuously looking for new and innovative ways to enrich the guest experience at our hotels,” said Eliot Hamlisch, senior vice president, Worldwide Loyalty and Partnerships at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. “With its best-in-class selection of restaurants and a rapidly expanding footprint, DoorDash enables us to provide an unparalleled array of in-room dining options. It’s a huge win for hotels as well as Wyndham Rewards members.”
By partnering with Wyndham Rewards, DoorDash will now be able to bring customers high-quality food and world-class service while they’re on the go. Leading the industry in selection, DoorDash offers delivery from over 310,000 stores on the platform, partnering with ninety percent of the top 100 restaurants that offer delivery, including national favorites like The Cheesecake Factory, Wendy’s and Chipotle.
*$0 Delivery Fee: Valid only for deliveries to participating Wyndham locations. Other fees (including service fee), taxes, and gratuity still apply. All deliveries subject to availability. Must have or create a valid DoorDash account with a valid form of accepted payment on file. Qualifying orders containing alcohol will be charged a $0.01 Delivery Fee. No cash value. Non-transferable. Use promo code WRD to redeem. See full terms and conditions atdasherhelp.doordash.com/offer-terms-conditions.
**$5 Off and $0 Delivery Fee: Valid only for deliveries to participating Wyndham locations. First-time DoorDash users only. Limit one per person. Not valid for the purchase of alcohol. Fees, taxes, and gratuity still apply. All deliveries subject to availability. Must have or create a valid DoorDash account with a valid form of accepted payment on file. No cash value. Non-transferable. Use promo code WR5 to redeem. See full terms and conditions atdasherhelp.doordash.com/offer-terms-conditions.
About DoorDash: DoorDash is a technology company that connects customers with their favorite local and national businesses in over 4,000 cities and all 50 states across the United States and Canada. Founded in 2013, DoorDash empowers merchants to grow their businesses by offering on-demand delivery, data-driven insights, and better in-store efficiency, providing delightful experiences from door to door. DoorDash Drive is the last-mile logistics platform that powers direct delivery for any business. By building the last-mile delivery infrastructure for local cities, DoorDash is bringing communities closer, one doorstep at a time. Read more on the DoorDash blog or at www.doordash.com
About Wyndham Rewards: Recently named the number one hotel rewards program by readers of USA TODAY, Wyndham Rewards® is the world’s most generous rewards program with more than 30,000 hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals worldwide. Designed for the everyday traveler, members earn a guaranteed 1,000 points with every qualified stay and may redeem points for a wide-range of rewards, including free nights at any of more than 9,000 hotels or tens of thousands of vacation club resorts and vacation rentals globally through partnership with Wyndham Destinations (NYSE: WYND) and others. Wyndham Rewards has over 75 million enrolled members around the globe. Join for free today at www.wyndhamrewards.com. You’ve earned this.®
PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 30, 2019 – Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) today announced results for the three months ended March 31, 2019. Highlights include:
Revenues increased 55% compared with first quarter 2018, to $468 million.
Net income was $21 million for the first quarter; adjusted net income was $51 million.
Diluted earnings per share were $0.22 and adjusted diluted EPS were $0.52.
Adjusted EBITDA increased 21% compared with the prior-year quarter, to $111
Global RevPAR increased 7% year-over-year, and 1% in constant currency and excluding our 2018 acquisitions and
U.S. RevPAR increased 13% year-over-year, and 1% excluding our 2018 acquisitions and divestitures.
System-wide rooms grew 12% year-over-year, and 3% excluding our 2018 acquisitions and divestitures.
Company re-affirms its previous full-year 2019
“Our first quarter results were consistent with our expectations and included double-digit growth in adjusted EBITDA despite our decision to incur a higher proportion of our 2019 marketing expenses in the early part of the year,” said Geoffrey A. Ballotti, chief executive officer. “We remain enthusiastic about our prospects for growth, the synergies we expect from the La Quinta acquisition, and our leading presence in the economy and midscale segments of the lodging industry.”
Revenues were $468 million, compared with $302 million in the first quarter of 2018. Results reflect $169 million of incremental revenues from La Quinta. Excluding the impact from 2018 acquisitions and divestitures, revenues were consistent with last year in constant currency, primarily due to higher license, royalty and other fees, offset by lower cost-reimbursement revenues.
Net income was $21 million, or $0.22 per diluted share, compared to $39 million, or $0.40 per diluted share, in the first quarter of 2018. Prior-year results predate the Company’s spin-off and the acquisition of La Quinta and therefore included substantially lower separation-related, interest and corporate expenses.
Adjusted net income was $51 million, or $0.52 per diluted share, compared with $55 million, or $0.55 per diluted share, in the first quarter of 2018. First quarter earnings comparisons were impacted by the acquisition of La Quinta, higher interest expense, the timing of marketing expenses and the absence of $4 million of net hurricane-related insurance proceeds received during first quarter 2018. The timing-related increase in marketing expenses alone, measured relative to marketing, reservation and loyalty revenues, reduced first quarter 2019 adjusted net income by $12 million or $0.12 per diluted share. Full reconciliations of GAAP results to our non-GAAP adjusted measures for all reported periods appear in the tables to this press release.
First quarter adjusted EBITDA was $111 million, compared with $92 million in the first quarter of 2018. Management estimates that first quarter results reflect approximately $33 million of adjusted EBITDA from La Quinta. Excluding the impact from 2018 acquisitions and divestitures, adjusted EBITDA decreased 13% in constant currency, primarily due to the timing of marketing expenses, which suppressed growth by 16 percentage points, and the absence of the net hurricane-related insurance proceeds received in first quarter 2018, which suppressed growth by 4 percentage points.
Consistent with the Company’s expectations, first quarter adjusted EBITDA represented 18% of the Company’s projected full-year adjusted EBITDA.
As of March 31, 2019, the Company’s hotel system consisted of approximately 9,200 properties and approximately 812,000 rooms, a 12% increase compared with the first quarter of 2018. Room count grew 3% year-over-year, excluding our 2018 acquisitions and divestitures. The Company’s development pipeline consisted of 1,400 hotels and approximately 181,000 rooms, a 23% year-over-year room increase, including over 25,000 La Quinta pipeline rooms and the removal of 2,000 Knights Inn pipeline rooms. The Company also increased its pipeline sequentially by 1% compared to fourth quarter 2018. Approximately 54% of the Company’s development pipeline is international and 73% is new construction.
Business Segment Discussion
The following discussion of first quarter operating results focuses on revenue and adjusted EBITDA for each of our segments.
Hotel Franchising
Revenues increased 33% compared to first quarter 2018, including $61 million of incremental revenues from La Quinta. Excluding the impact from 2018 acquisitions and divestitures, revenues increased 4% in constant currency, due to higher license, royalty and other fees. Adjusted EBITDA grew 31% to $113 million, including an estimate of approximately $26 million of adjusted EBITDA from the acquisition of La Quinta. In constant currency and excluding the impact from 2018 acquisitions and divestitures, adjusted EBITDA grew 4%, reflecting the growth in revenues and lower operating expenses, partially offset by the timing of marketing expenses, which reduced adjusted EBITDA by $13 million.
Hotel Management
Revenues increased $98 million compared to the prior-year period, reflecting $108 million of incremental revenues from La Quinta (including $97 million of cost-reimbursement revenues). Excluding the impact from the acquisition of La Quinta, revenues declined $10 million primarily due to lower cost-reimbursement revenues, which have no impact on adjusted EBITDA. Adjusted EBITDA was unchanged compared to the prior-year quarter, reflecting an estimate of approximately $7 million of adjusted EBITDA from La Quinta and the absence of $4 million of net hurricane-related insurance proceeds received in first quarter 2018.
Other Items
Share Repurchases – The Company repurchased approximately 874,000 shares of its common stock for $44 million in the first quarter.
La Quinta Integration – Earlier this month, the Company completed the last major milestones in its integration of La Quinta, migrating the brand’s more than 900 hotels to Wyndham’s outsourced, cloud-based central reservation and property management systems and adding La Quinta to the Wyndham Rewards loyalty program. The Company now estimates that annual synergies from the La Quinta acquisition will be $64 million to $70 million and that it will reach full run-rate synergies in third quarter 2019.
Outlook
The Company is reaffirming the following outlook for full-year 2019:
Revenues of $2.11 billion to $2.16 billion, an increase of 13% to 16%.
Adjusted net income of $301 million to $313
Adjusted EBITDA of $605 million to $620 million, a year-over-year increase of 19% to 22%.
Rooms growth of 2% to 4%.
Organic RevPAR growth of 1% to 3% in constant
The Company increased its outlook for adjusted diluted EPS by two cents, to $3.07 to $3.19, based on an adjusted share count of 98.2 million, which reflects first quarter share repurchases and excludes future repurchases. The Company is providing an outlook for net income, EBITDA and EPS only on a non-GAAP, adjusted basis because it is unable to predict with reasonable certainty the occurrence or amount of potential adjustments that may arise in the future.
Conference Call Information
Wyndham Hotels will hold a conference call with investors to discuss the Company’s results and outlook on Tuesday, April 30, 2019 at 8:30 a.m. ET. Listeners can access the webcast live through the Company’s website at www.investor.wyndhamhotels.com. The conference call may also be accessed by dialing 877 876-9174 and providing the passcode “Wyndham”. Listeners are urged to call at least five minutes prior to the scheduled start time. An archive of this webcast will be available on the website for approximately 90 days beginning at noon ET on April 30, 2019. A telephone replay will be available for approximately ten days beginning at noon ET on April 30, 2019 at 800 374-0934.
Presentation of Financial Information
Financial information discussed in this press release includes non-GAAP measures, which include or exclude certain items. These non-GAAP measures differ from reported GAAP results and are intended to illustrate what management believes are relevant period-over-period comparisons and are helpful to investors as an additional tool for further understanding and assessing the Company’s ongoing operating performance.
Exclusion of items in the Company’s non-GAAP presentation should not be considered an inference that these items are unusual, infrequent or non-recurring. Full reconciliations of GAAP results to the comparable non- GAAP measures for the reported periods appear in the financial tables section of this press release.
About Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company, with approximately 9,200 hotels across more than 80 countries on six continents. Through its network of approximately 812,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveler, Wyndham commands a leading presence in the economy and midscale segments of the lodging industry. The Company operates a portfolio of 20 hotel brands, including Super 8®, Days Inn®, Ramada®, Microtel Inn & Suites®, La Quinta®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, The Trademark Collection®, and Wyndham®. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is also a leading provider of hotel management services, with more than 400 properties under management. The Company’s award- winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty program offers over 75 million enrolled members the opportunity to redeem points at thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals globally. For more information, visit www.wyndhamhotels.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Forward-looking statements include those that convey management’s expectations as to the future based on plans, estimates and projections at the time Wyndham Hotels makes the statements and may be identified by words such as “will,” “expect,” “believe,” “plan,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “goal,” “future,” “outlook,” “guidance,” “target,” “estimate,” “projection” and similar words or expressions, including the negative version of such words and expressions. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of Wyndham Hotels to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements contained in this press release include statements related to Wyndham Hotels’ current views and expectations with respect to its future performance and operations, including revenues, earnings, cash flow and other financial and operating measures, share repurchases and dividends.
You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward- looking statements include, without limitation, general economic conditions, the performance of financial and credit markets, the economic environment for the hospitality industry, operating risks associated with the hotel franchising and management businesses, the impact of war, terrorist activity or political strife, risks related to our spin-off as a newly independent company, risks related to the acquisition and integration of La Quinta, risks related to our ability to obtain financing and the terms of such financing, and the timing and amount of future share repurchases and dividends, as well as the risks described in Wyndham Hotels’ most recent Annual
Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and any subsequent reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Except as required by law, Wyndham Hotels undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, subsequent events or otherwise.
World’s largest hotel franchisor brings to life its far-reaching U.S. scale and diverse iconic brands in new spots spanning broadcast and digital channels
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has launched a new integrated marketing campaign connecting its considerable portfolio of brands and highlighting its multitude of accessible destinations for every travel occasion.Click to Download
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,200 hotels globally including almost 6,400 in the U.S. alone, has launched a new integrated marketing campaign connecting its considerable portfolio of eminent brands – like Super 8 by Wyndham, Days Inn by Wyndham, La Quinta by Wyndham, and Wyndham, all of which are linked by the award-winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty program – and highlighting its multitude of accessible destinations for every travel occasion. This is the Company’s first such campaign since it became a pure-play hotel franchising and hotel management company in June 2018.
Its creative application emphasizes the extensive breadth of the Company’s locations and its family of brand flags across the country, informing travelers they’re likely only about ten minutes away from a hotel by Wyndham no matter where their travels take them, making a great stay closer than they may think.
Conceived in partnership with leading global advertising agency DDB and produced by Stink Films, the U.S. campaign visualizes relatable travel scenarios – from visiting a child at college, to traveling for business, and taking the family on memory-making vacations – which everyday travelers experience.
“With price and proximity being key factors for everyday travelers making hotel decisions, Wyndham’s wide-ranging cache of locations – from economy through upper-upscale accommodations – provide trusted accommodations and a warm Wyndham welcome waiting for travelers wherever they need it, no matter their budget or reason for traveling,” said Lisa Checchio, chief marketing officer, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. “This campaign represents our continued steadfast mission to make hotel travel possible for all, bringing attention to the significant value and varied offerings Wyndham brings, including the world’s most generous hotel rewards program in Wyndham Rewards.”
Debuting ahead of the busy summer travel season and running into September 2019, Wyndham’s new campaign can be seen on television, online streaming and digital video, video-on-demand, mobile, streaming and terrestrial radio, social media, and digital channels. Top-performing programming includes live sports, morning news, and primetime viewing on popular networks like Food Network, Travel Channel, HGTV, TBS, Comedy Central, and ESPN.
The Power of Unified Brands
Wyndham embarked on its journey to unite its 20 hotel brands more seamlessly one year ago when it announced plans to designate its signature economy and midscale names, like Travelodge, Baymont, Trademark Collection, and Ramada, with the powerful “by Wyndham” hallmark, driving guest trial and awareness and reinforcing the power of Wyndham Rewards.
Wyndham’s research has shown that nearly 45 percent of consumers “feel better” about an endorsed brand, and almost one-third expect a better quality experience. Wyndham had already seen this effect on several of its existing brands that have carried the “by Wyndham” moniker for years, including Wingate by Wyndham and Microtel by Wyndham – two brands recognized by the industry for exceptional quality. For Wingate, the addition of “by Wyndham” in 2007 significantly increased brand awareness, and Microtel experienced a steady increase in RevPAR performance compared to industry.
The endorsement effort also connected the Company’s diverse franchise owners, comprised of more than 5,900 hoteliers around the world, under a common mission and name.
Checchio continued, “By embracing and presenting the combined power of our brands through efforts like this new integrated campaign, we’re validating our commitment to the owners who faithfully partner with us: we’ll continue leveraging the size, scale, and strength of Wyndham to drive increased awareness, familiarity, and consideration for the Company and our brands, with the objective of bringing more guests through hotel doors.”
About Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company, with approximately 9,200 hotels across more than 80 countries on six continents. Through its network of approximately 810,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveler, Wyndham commands a leading presence in the economy and midscale segments of the lodging industry. The Company operates a portfolio of 20 hotel brands, including Super 8®, Days Inn®, Ramada®, Microtel®®, La Quinta®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, The Trademark Collection®, and Wyndham®. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is also a leading provider of hotel management services, with more than 400 properties under management. The Company’s award-winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty program offers approximately 75 million enrolled members the opportunity to redeem points at tens of thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals globally. For more information, visit www.wyndhamhotels.com.
Will Host Conference Call and Webcast at 8:30 a.m. ET
PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) announced today that it will report first quarter 2019 results on Tuesday, April 30, 2019. Geoff Ballotti, President and Chief Executive Officer, and David Wyshner, Chief Financial Officer, will host a call with investors at 8:30 a.m. ET that morning to discuss the Company’s results and business outlook.
Listeners can access the webcast live through the Company’s website at www.investor.wyndhamhotels.com. The conference call may also be accessed by calling 877 876-9174 and providing the passcode “Wyndham”. Listeners are urged to call at least five minutes prior to the scheduled start time. An archive of this webcast will be available on the website for approximately 90 days beginning at noon ET on April 30, 2019. A telephone replay will be available for approximately ten days beginning at noon ET on April 30, 2019 at 800 374-0934.
About Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company, with approximately 9,200 hotels across more than 80 countries on six continents. Through its network of approximately 810,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveler, Wyndham commands a leading presence in both the economy and midscale segments of the lodging industry. The Company operates a portfolio of 20 hotel brands, including Super 8®, Days Inn®, Ramada®, Microtel Inn & Suites®, La Quinta®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, The Trademark Collection®, and Wyndham®. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is also a leading provider of hotel management services, with more than 400 properties under management. The Company’s award-winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty program offers more than 70 million enrolled members the opportunity to redeem points at tens of thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rental properties globally. For more information, visit www.wyndhamhotels.com.
Hotel Leader Joins Business Coalition for the Equality Act and Earns Perfect Score as a Best Place to Work for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) Equality
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts team members participate in the 2018 Pride March in New York City. Photo credit: Danny Chin - Omega Photo StudiosClick to Download
PARSIPPANY, N.J. (April 4, 2019) – Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) has been recognized for its culture of inclusion by the Human Rights Campaign on the heels of reinforcing its commitment to workplace fairness for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) team members. Within the same week of joining the Business Coalition for the Equality Act, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts earned a perfect score of 100 as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality.
“At Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, we are committed to creating an inclusive work environment where all of our team members can thrive,” says Mary Falvey, chief administrative officer, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. “That’s why last week we raised the bar in ensuring workplace fairness by joining the Business Coalition for the Equality Act. Our pledge put an exclamation point on Wyndham Hotels & Resorts’ welcoming culture that reflects the diversity of our team members, guests, owners and communities around the world.”
On March 26, at the Diversity and Inclusion Conference in Philadelphia, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts joined the Business Coalition for the Equality Act, a group of leading U.S. employers that support the Equality Act, federal legislation that would provide the same basic protections to LGBTQ people as are provided to other protected groups under federal law.
In joining the Business Coalition for the Equality Act, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts reinforced its strong history of diverse and inclusive practices, with full leadership support, to its team members, partners and customers. As part of Wyndham Worldwide, the Human Rights Campaign named the Company as one of the Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality nine times with a perfect score of 100.
“For more than ten years, Wyndham has been an employer of choice among the LGBTQ community, and one that encourages team members to bring their whole selves to work,” said Patricia Lee, executive vice president of Global Learning and Development and chief social responsibility officer, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. “Our recognition as a Best Place to Work shows that we continue to do the right thing in ensuring the environment we’re cultivating is in the spirit of hospitality.”
Recognizing that embracing inclusivity is good business, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts appeals to diverse consumers, cultivating welcoming environments in its hotels, in addition to supporting its team members. An important element of this culture is Pride, an affinity business group dedicated to fostering a culture of acceptance and equality within the Company. With local chapters in several corporate locations, Pride members raise awareness of LGBTQ issues, lead community support activities, and drive a positive impact on business practices and goals.
The 2019 Corporate Equality Index evaluates LGBTQ-related policies and practices including non-discrimination workplace protections, domestic partner benefits, transgender-inclusive health care benefits, competency programs, and public engagement with the LGBTQ community. For more information on the 2019 Corporate Equality Index, or to download a free copy of the report, visit www.hrc.org/cei.
About Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company, with approximately 9,200 hotels across more than 80 countries on six continents. Through its network of approximately 810,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveler, Wyndham commands a leading presence in both the economy and midscale segments of the lodging industry. The Company operates a portfolio of 20 hotel brands, including Super 8®, Days Inn®, Ramada®, Microtel Inn & Suites®, La Quinta®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, The Trademark Collection®, and Wyndham®. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is also a leading provider of hotel management services, with more than 400 properties under management. The Company’s award-winning Wyndham Rewards® loyalty program offers more than 70 million enrolled members the opportunity to redeem points at tens of thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals globally. For more information, visit www.wyndhamhotels.com.
