Wyndham Hotels & Resorts

The Wyndham Hotel & Resorts team has completed another international milestone: we’ve added nearly 600 direct franchise agreements in China over the last five years! We are proud to see our owner-first commitment resulting in success around the world. Our President of Asia Pacific Joon Aun OOI shares: “We have an industry-leading footprint in China, and as the country’s tourism segment continues to grow, it’s more important than ever to showcase the value of joining forces with the world’s largest hotel franchisor." Today, Wyndham is the largest U.S. based hotel company in China, by number of properties. Read more about this milestone: https://lnkd.in/ggUEfZXY

Last week, the courtyard of our New Jersey corporate office got a festive update as it was transformed into a Halloween Treat Trail and Courtyard Festival for our team members and their families! We welcomed over 150 children of our team members for a fun Autumn afternoon, complete with treats, games, pumpkin picking, and more. Happy Halloween! 🎃 #MyWyndham

Our team was front and center at The Hospitality Show this week, with our President and CEO Geoff Ballotti participating in a fireside chat with Author Scott Greenberg about elevating franchise operations, Chief Commercial Officer Scott Strickland talking about redefining commercial strategy on a main stage panel, and GVP of Guest Engagement, Loyalty & Strategy Michael Shiwdin moderating a Commercial Futures Forum Powered by HSMAI panel focused on digital transformation and travel tech advancements. #TeamWyndham was also busy meeting with current and prospective owners as well as suppliers on the trade show floor. Thanks to American Hotel & Lodging Association and HOTEL MANAGEMENT Magazine for another great event! #thehospitalityshow  

#TeamWyndham demonstrated our core value of Caring this month by forming teams in both New Jersey and Texas for local Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Events, coming together to wear pink, have fun and raise funds for the American Cancer Society. The Making Strides movement raises lifesaving funds that support breast cancer patients, survivors, thrivers, and caregivers through every step of the journey. Thanks to all team members who took part and donated! #MyWyndham #BreastCancerAwareness #WearPink #MakingStrides

We are continuing to expand our extended-stay footprint by debuting the Wyndham Residence tier for our Wyndham brand in the U.S. A new, 10-year development contract with Reside will bring five new residence-style hotels to five U.S. cities, including Seattle, Houston, and Washington D.C. Chief Development Officer Amit Sripathi said “Whether you need a comfortable place to live for a prolonged time, or you simply need more space while traveling with a larger group, Reside’s model expands our extended-stay offerings, delivering premium, professionally managed accommodations in locations we know guests want to visit.” Learn more about this groundbreaking deal from HOTEL MANAGEMENT Magazine here: https://lnkd.in/g_-U9ky2 #WyndhamHotels #news #hospitality

Our Q3 earnings report today highlighted another strong quarter. Our President and CEO Geoff Ballotti shares: “Our teams around the world once again delivered exceptional results, executing our long-term growth strategy and achieving 7% growth in comparable adjusted EBITDA fueled by continued system expansion, higher royalty rates and growth in our ancillary revenues. We awarded 10% more franchise contracts domestically this quarter, driving 5% growth in our development pipeline. Stabilizing RevPAR trends and improving comparisons coupled with increased infrastructure demand are expected to pave the way for improved results in the coming quarters. We remain steadfast in our long-term strategy, aimed at delivering outstanding value to our guests, franchisees and shareholders to whom we’ve returned nearly $380 million year-to-date in the form of dividends and share repurchases." For more on our Q3 2024 earnings results click here: https://lnkd.in/dAtx4Yc

Members of our HRMS and Payroll teams recently demonstrated our core value of Caring by dedicating their Wish Day to volunteering at the Community FoodBank of New Jersey! As part of Feeding America, CFBNJ works tirelessly to fight hunger by distributing food to over 800 community partners across the state. The team spent the day sorting and repackaging donated goods—everything from popcorn and coffee to laundry detergent—helping ensure these essentials reach those in need. The team shared their thankfulness to dedicate their time to such a meaningful cause! #MyWyndham 

We’re expanding Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham to India! Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has signed an exclusive development agreement with NILE Hotel Management Company to bring the award-winning Microtel brand to India with a strategic partnership that aims to expand our global presence with 40 Microtel hotels in the country by 2031. 🌎 This is our eighth Wyndham brand to debut in India, where international and domestic tourism have been on the rise for years! Read more about our plans for this partnership: https://lnkd.in/e-bWgjKs

Over the weekend, our SPECTRUM Enterprise Resource Group and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion team took part in the 2024 UNCF (United Negro College Fund) National Walk for Education – New Jersey. Wyndham served as the Local Master’s Sponsor for this year’s family friendly event, which raises critical funds to fulfill UNCF's mission to support its member HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges and Universities), and help students pursue their educational endeavors. It’s a chance for companies, groups, and individuals to uplift more young people of color toward achieving degree completion and educational equity. #MyWyndham #UNCF #WalkForEducation #CommunityImpact #EducationalEquity

Dimitris Manikis, president Wyndham Hotels & Resorts EMEA, and Andy Dolce, founder of Dolce Hotels & Resorts, recently shared a conversation about Dolce’s legacy and leadership in the #hospitality industry. The two sat down at the newly opened Dolce by Wyndham Versailles and reflected on #innovation, brand-building in the hospitality landscape, and the importance of keeping people at the heart of it all. Watch the conversation below! #MyWyndham #EMEA #globaltravel