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Wyndham Hotels & Resorts reports developments in hotel franchising, brand expansion, loyalty, booking technology, and operating performance. Company news commonly covers its economy and midscale hotel system, Wyndham Rewards, RevPAR trends, development pipeline activity, and growth initiatives across brands such as Dolce by Wyndham and ECHO Suites Extended Stay by Wyndham.
Updates also include franchisee-focused technology, including AI-enabled discovery and booking tools, as well as property openings, partnerships that extend loyalty redemption options, and financial results tied to system size, pipeline composition, leverage, and comparable operating performance.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has been recognized as a top employer, receiving notable accolades including the Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces by Newsweek and World's Best Employers by Forbes. The company emphasizes inclusivity and flexibility, offering comprehensive benefits and professional development opportunities to its employees. This recognition marks the second consecutive year on Newsweek's list and the third year as one of New Jersey's Best Places to Work. Wyndham operates approximately 9,000 hotels globally and offers a popular Wyndham Rewards loyalty program with over 95 million members.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has announced the promotions of Shilpan Patel to executive vice president of North America Franchise Operations and Gustavo Viescas to president of the LATAMC region. With nearly 45 years of combined experience, both executives will focus on enhancing franchise operations and driving success for hotel owners. Shilpan will manage various operational aspects across North America, while Gustavo will oversee approximately 250 hotels in Latin America, aiming to grow the region further. This reflects Wyndham's commitment to leveraging internal talent.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts announced the global expansion of The Meetings Collection, now featuring over 160 hotels across the Americas, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. This initiative aims to support planners in organizing multi-meeting events, offering benefits like multi-meeting discounts of up to 5% off total value, enhanced flexibility with 30% attrition, and double Wyndham Rewards points. The expansion is timely, coinciding with the recovery of group travel and enhanced meeting opportunities in sought-after destinations.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) will report its third quarter 2022 earnings on October 25, 2022, at approximately 4:30 p.m. ET. CEO Geoffrey A. Ballotti and CFO Michele Allen will host a conference call on October 26, 2022, at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss the company's results and outlook. Investors can listen live via the company's website. Wyndham is the largest hotel franchising company, with about 9,000 hotels globally. The company operates 23 brands and has a loyalty program with over 95 million members.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has expanded its Wyndham Alltra brand by opening the Wyndham Alltra Riviera Nayarit in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico. This addition follows the brand's previous launches in Cancun and Playa del Carmen, targeting the growing all-inclusive resort market. The new resort features 229 rooms with family-friendly amenities, including pools, dining options, and activities. A special opening rate starts at $179 per person per night for stays through December 2023. Wyndham aims to provide accessible all-inclusive travel experiences, enhancing partnerships with Playa Hotels & Resorts.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has announced that its new extended-stay brand, known as 'Project ECHO,' has surpassed its year-end goal by signing 100 hotels across the United States. This rapid growth, attributed to an efficient design that lowers operational costs, positions Project ECHO as Wyndham's fastest growing brand. Recent signings include 25 hotels in the Midwest by Holladay Properties and 10 hotels in South Florida and New Jersey by Gold Coast Premier Properties. The first Project ECHO hotel is set to open in 2023.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has launched a mobile tipping solution, in partnership with Béné, for its U.S. and Canadian franchisees, marking it as one of the first major hotel chains to adopt such technology. This digital platform allows guests to tip hotel staff conveniently via QR codes, enhancing the guest experience and encouraging digital payments. The initiative aligns with growing consumer preferences for cashless transactions, as 82% of Americans now opt for digital payments. The system is designed for easy implementation at virtually no cost to franchisees.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts announced its acquisition of the Vienna House brand for €44 million, enhancing its upscale and midscale portfolio with around 40 hotels and over 6,000 rooms across Europe. This acquisition, the 23rd brand in Wyndham's collection, strengthens its position in Germany, adding 28 hotels and solidifying its presence in one of its largest European markets with 120 franchised hotels. The integration will enable Wyndham to utilize its marketing expertise to grow the brand further while allowing HR Group to concentrate on core operations. The new brand will be known as Vienna House by Wyndham.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has celebrated the groundbreaking of its new extended-stay brand in Plano, Texas, marking a significant milestone. The brand, currently referred to as 'Project ECHO', has 72 hotels in development. This new hotel will feature 124 rooms, designed for both leisure and business travelers, and is strategically located near Dallas. Anticipated to open in the second half of 2023, the project emphasizes cost-effectiveness and competitive space utilization. Wyndham's leadership highlights the surge in demand for extended-stay accommodations as a driving force behind this development.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.32 per share on its common stock. This dividend will be payable on September 28, 2022 to shareholders of record as of September 14, 2022. Wyndham Hotels operates the world's largest hotel franchising business with approximately 9,000 hotels globally, targeting the economy and midscale segments. The company’s loyalty program boasts over 95 million enrolled members, enhancing customer engagement and incentivizing repeat business.