Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Appoints Brian Quinn to Its Board of Directors
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (Nasdaq: RMCF) has appointed Brian Quinn to its Board of Directors, where he will serve on the Nominating and Corporate Governance, Audit, and Compensation Committees. Quinn, currently Chief Development Officer of Sonesta International Hotels, brings extensive experience in brand development, franchise expansion, and operational strategy.
Quinn's notable achievements include leading Sonesta's growth from under 100 locations to over 1,000, managing the $100 million Red Lion Hotel acquisition, and launching nine new brands while revitalizing eight existing ones. His experience spans roles at major hospitality companies including Choice Hotels International, Red Lion Hotels, and InterContinental Hotels Group.
The appointment aligns with RMCF's strategic vision to strengthen its brand presence and accelerate franchise store growth through expansion.
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (Nasdaq: RMCF) ha nominato Brian Quinn nel suo Consiglio di Amministrazione, dove farà parte dei Comitati per le Nomine e la Governance Aziendale, di Revisione e di Compensazione. Quinn, attualmente Chief Development Officer di Sonesta International Hotels, porta con sé una vasta esperienza nello sviluppo del marchio, nell'espansione delle franchigie e nella strategia operativa.
Tra i risultati significativi di Quinn c'è la guida alla crescita di Sonesta, passando da meno di 100 sedi a oltre 1.000, la gestione dell'acquisizione di Red Lion Hotel, del valore di 100 milioni di dollari, e il lancio di nove nuovi marchi mentre si rivitalizzavano otto marchi esistenti. La sua esperienza comprende ruoli in importanti aziende del settore dell'ospitalità, tra cui Choice Hotels International, Red Lion Hotels e InterContinental Hotels Group.
Questa nomina è in linea con la visione strategica di RMCF per rafforzare la propria presenza di marca e accelerare la crescita dei negozi in franchising attraverso l'espansione.
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (Nasdaq: RMCF) ha nombrado a Brian Quinn en su Junta Directiva, donde formará parte de los Comités de Nominaciones y Gobernanza Corporativa, Auditoría y Compensación. Quinn, actualmente Director de Desarrollo de Sonesta International Hotels, aporta una amplia experiencia en desarrollo de marcas, expansión de franquicias y estrategia operativa.
Entre los logros notables de Quinn se encuentran liderar el crecimiento de Sonesta de menos de 100 ubicaciones a más de 1,000, gestionar la adquisición de Red Lion Hotel por 100 millones de dólares y lanzar nueve nuevas marcas mientras revitalizaba ocho existentes. Su experiencia abarca roles en importantes empresas de hospitalidad, incluyendo Choice Hotels International, Red Lion Hotels e InterContinental Hotels Group.
El nombramiento se alinea con la visión estratégica de RMCF para fortalecer su presencia de marca y acelerar el crecimiento de las tiendas franquiciadas a través de la expansión.
로키 마운틴 초콜릿 팩토리 (Nasdaq: RMCF)는 브라이언 퀸을 이사회에 임명하였으며, 그는 지명 및 기업 거버넌스, 감사 및 보상 위원회에서 활동할 것입니다. 현재 소네스타 국제 호텔의 개발 책임자인 퀸은 브랜드 개발, 프랜차이즈 확장 및 운영 전략 분야에서 폭넓은 경험을 가지고 있습니다.
퀸의 주요 성과로는 소네스타의 성장을 100개 미만의 지점에서 1,000개 이상의 지점으로 이끌고, 1억 달러 규모의 레드 라이온 호텔 인수를 관리하며, 9개의 새로운 브랜드를 출시하고 8개의 기존 브랜드를 재활성화한 것이 있습니다. 그의 경험은 초이스 호텔 인터내셔널, 레드 라이온 호텔 및 인터컨티넨탈 호텔 그룹과 같은 주요 환대 기업에서의 역할을 포함합니다.
이번 임명은 RMCF의 브랜드 존재감을 강화하고 프랜차이즈 매장 성장을 가속화하기 위한 전략적 비전과 일치합니다.
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (Nasdaq: RMCF) a nommé Brian Quinn au sein de son Conseil d'Administration, où il siégera aux Comités de Nominations et de Gouvernance d'Entreprise, d'Audit et de Rémunération. Quinn, actuellement Directeur du Développement de Sonesta International Hotels, apporte une vaste expérience en développement de marque, en expansion de franchises et en stratégie opérationnelle.
Parmi les réalisations notables de Quinn, on trouve la direction de la croissance de Sonesta, passant de moins de 100 emplacements à plus de 1 000, la gestion de l'acquisition de Red Lion Hotel d'une valeur de 100 millions de dollars, et le lancement de neuf nouvelles marques tout en revitalisant huit marques existantes. Son expérience couvre des rôles dans de grandes entreprises d'hospitalité, y compris Choice Hotels International, Red Lion Hotels et InterContinental Hotels Group.
Cette nomination s'inscrit dans la vision stratégique de RMCF visant à renforcer sa présence de marque et à accélérer la croissance des magasins franchisés par le biais de l'expansion.
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (Nasdaq: RMCF) hat Brian Quinn in seinen Vorstand berufen, wo er in den Ausschüssen für Nominierung und Unternehmensführung, Prüfung und Vergütung tätig sein wird. Quinn, der derzeit Chief Development Officer von Sonesta International Hotels ist, bringt umfassende Erfahrung in der Markenentwicklung, der Franchise-Expansion und der operativen Strategie mit.
Zu Quins bemerkenswerten Leistungen gehört die Leitung des Wachstums von Sonesta von weniger als 100 Standorten auf über 1.000, die Verwaltung der 100 Millionen Dollar schweren Übernahme des Red Lion Hotels und die Einführung von neun neuen Marken, während er acht bestehende Marken revitalisierte. Seine Erfahrung umfasst Rollen bei großen Hotelunternehmen, darunter Choice Hotels International, Red Lion Hotels und InterContinental Hotels Group.
Die Ernennung steht im Einklang mit der strategischen Vision von RMCF, die Markenpräsenz zu stärken und das Wachstum der Franchise-Filialen durch Expansion zu beschleunigen.
- Appointment of experienced board member with proven track record in franchise expansion
- New director brings expertise from successful growth of Sonesta from 100 to 1,000+ locations
- Strategic alignment with company's franchise growth objectives
- Addition of executive with major hospitality brand management experience
- None.
DURANGO, Colo., March 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Inc. (Nasdaq: RMCF) (the “Company”, “we”, or “RMCF”), America’s Chocolatier™ and a leading franchiser of a premium chocolate and confectionary retail store concept, today announced that Brian Quinn has been appointed to the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”), where he will serve on the Company’s Nominating and Corporate Governance, Audit, and Compensation Committees.
Mr. Quinn is an accomplished business leader with extensive experience in brand development, franchise expansion, and operational strategy. He currently serves as the Chief Development Officer of Sonesta International Hotels, where he has been instrumental in the company’s rapid transformation, driving a strategic growth plan that expanded its footprint from less than 100 locations to over 1,000. He also played a key role in the
“Brian brings a wealth of experience in franchising and consumer brand development, making him an excellent addition to our Board,” said Jeff Geygan, Interim CEO of RMCF. “His track record of driving growth and strengthening franchise systems will be invaluable as we continue to execute on our growth initiatives and expand our store footprint.”
Mr. Quinn has held leadership positions at major hospitality and franchising companies, including Choice Hotels International, Red Lion Hotels, and InterContinental Hotels Group, where he played critical roles in revenue growth, franchise network development, and business transformation. He has also served on multiple industry boards, including the American Hotel & Lodging Foundation and Penn State University’s Hospitality Program.
Mr. Quinn holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of South Florida and a Master of Business Administration from Saint Leo University.
About Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc.
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc. is a leading franchiser of a premium chocolate and confectionary retail store concept. As America’s Chocolatier™, the Company has been producing an extensive line of premium chocolates and other confectionery products, including gourmet caramel apples since 1981. Headquartered in Durango, Colorado, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory is ranked among Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500® for 2025 and Franchise Times’ Franchise 400® for 2024. The Company and its franchisees and licensees operate nearly 260 Rocky Mountain Chocolate stores across the United States, with several international locations. The Company's common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Global Market under the symbol "RMCF."
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