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Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (NYSE: WH) is the world's largest hotel franchising company, renowned for its expansive portfolio of approximately 9,200 hotels across over 95 countries. Headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, Wyndham is a global leader with a commanding presence in the economy and midscale segments of the hospitality industry. The company's network includes more than 876,000 rooms designed to cater to the needs of the everyday traveler.
Wyndham's impressive collection of 25 brands features household names such as Super 8®, Days Inn®, Ramada®, Microtel®, Baymont®, and Wingate®. The company's flagship brand, Wyndham Hotels and Resorts®, represents the upper-upscale segment, while other well-known brands like La Quinta®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, Trademark Collection®, and more offer diverse lodging choices tailored to various customer preferences.
Wyndham's business model extends beyond traditional hotel franchising to include comprehensive hotel management services. The company employs over 9,000 associates worldwide, with offices in strategic locations such as London, Shanghai, and Dubai. This extensive network allows Wyndham to deliver exceptional customer service and great value to its guests and franchisees.
Wyndham Rewards®, the company's award-winning loyalty program, boasts approximately 108 million enrolled members. This program provides members with the opportunity to earn and redeem points at thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts, and vacation rentals globally, making it a top choice for travelers seeking rewards and personalized perks.
Recent noteworthy developments include Wyndham's strategic alliance with Decameron All Inclusive Hotels & Resorts, significantly expanding its all-inclusive offerings to over 50 resorts worldwide. Additionally, the launch of Project HQ Hotels & Residences in partnership with Sam Nazarian aims to redefine luxury and lifestyle hospitality with upcoming locations in Montreux, Switzerland, and Detroit, Michigan.
Wyndham remains committed to innovation and growth, as evidenced by its continuous investment in technology and strategic acquisitions. The company's development pipeline reached a record 243,000 rooms in March 2024, reflecting robust interest from hotel owners and a strong balance sheet that supports significant shareholder returns through share repurchases and dividends.
By consistently delivering high-quality experiences and maintaining a focus on growth and innovation, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts continues to solidify its position as a leader in the global hospitality industry.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) has appointed Amit Sripathi as Chief Development Officer, reporting to CEO Geoff Ballotti. Sripathi will lead the North American franchise sales team, focusing on expanding Wyndham's midscale-and-above portfolio and its select-service segments. Sripathi's experience in mergers & acquisitions and capital markets will be instrumental in this role. During his tenure at Wyndham, he has helped divest owned and managed segments, resulting in a pure-play U.S. franchise business. With a record development pipeline and 15 consecutive quarters of organic net room growth, Sripathi aims to build on Wyndham's market-leading position. Outgoing Chief Development Officer Chip Ohlsson will leave in June after significantly expanding Wyndham's brand portfolio and championing diversity initiatives.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has partnered with Decameron All Inclusive Hotels & Resorts, adding over 2,600 rooms across nine new resorts in Mexico, Panama, and Jamaica to its all-inclusive portfolio, which now includes more than 50 resorts globally.
Decameron will continue to own and operate the resorts, benefiting from Wyndham's marketing, technology, and distribution platforms. The alliance integrates these resorts into Wyndham's award-winning Wyndham Rewards program, offering members enhanced redemption options.
The new resorts will join either the Trademark Collection or Ramada by Wyndham brands, providing diverse travel experiences combined with cultural immersion and extensive amenities.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (NYSE: WH) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.38 per share, payable on June 28, 2024, to shareholders of record as of June 14, 2024. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is the largest hotel franchising company globally with approximately 9,200 hotels in over 95 countries. The Company operates a portfolio of 25 hotel brands and offers the award-winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty program to approximately 108 million members.
Sabre Hospitality, a division of Sabre (NASDAQ: SABR), renewed its multi-year partnership with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, migrating over 5,000 hotels to SynXis Property Hub ahead of schedule. The migration increased operational efficiency, reduced transition downtime by 34%, and set a new industry standard. The collaboration showcased groundbreaking efficiencies and improved guest experiences.