Patrick Pacious is the President & CEO of Choice Hotels International (NYSE: CHH), one of the largest lodging franchisors in the world. Since taking the helm in September 2017, Pacious has transformed Choice Hotels from a primarily budget-focused brand into a diversified hotel company spanning economy to upper-upscale segments across 47 countries. A former U.S. […]
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company, operates approximately 9,300 hotels across 95 countries on six continents. Geoff Ballotti serves as President & CEO of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH), a role he has held since the company’s spinoff from Wyndham Worldwide in May 2018. A hospitality industry veteran who famously […]
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, the world’s leading luxury hospitality company, has been redefining the art of travel since 1961. Today, Four Seasons CEO Alejandro Reynal leads the privately held company through an era of unprecedented expansion — with 133 hotels and resorts, 55 branded residences, a private jet program, and the highly anticipated Four […]
Federico J. González Tejera is the CEO of Radisson Hotel Group, one of the world’s largest hotel companies with over 1,700 properties across 95+ countries. Born in Madrid, Spain, González has led Radisson since March 2018, overseeing the company’s transformation from Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group into the streamlined Radisson brand and navigating its acquisition by […]
Infosys Limited, India’s second-largest IT services company by revenue and a global leader in digital consulting and technology services, was co-founded in 1981 by N.R. Narayana Murthy and six engineers with just $250 in seed capital. Today, Infosys CEO Salil Parekh leads the company’s $19.3 billion business and a global workforce of over 323,000 employees […]
Anthony Capuano is the President and CEO of Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR), the world’s largest hotel company. Appointed in February 2021 following the sudden passing of Arne Sorenson, Capuano has led Marriott through a remarkable expansion, growing the portfolio to over 9,700 properties across 144 countries under 36 brands. A Cornell Hotel School graduate who […]
Hyatt Hotels Corporation, one of the world’s leading global hospitality companies, was founded in 1957 by Jay Pritzker and has grown into a powerhouse operating more than 1,450 hotels and all-inclusive properties across 82 countries. Today, Hyatt CEO Mark Hoplamazian serves as Chairman, President & Chief Executive Officer, leading a global workforce and overseeing a […]
Leadership Update: Peter Cancro stepped down as Jersey Mike’s CEO on April 28, 2025, after 50 years leading the company. He now serves as Chairman of the Board and is spearheading the brand’s international expansion into Europe. Charlie Morrison (former Wingstop CEO) has been appointed as the new CEO of Jersey Mike’s. Read about current […]
Leadership Update: Firehouse Subs Don Fox retired as Firehouse Subs CEO in March 2023 after leading the chain for 13 years. He transitioned to the role of Chairman. Mike Hancock, formerly COO, was appointed President of Firehouse Subs U.S. and Canada effective March 31, 2023. Firehouse Subs, the Jacksonville, Florida-based fast casual sandwich chain, grew […]
Leadership Update: Niren Chaudhary stepped down as Panera Bread CEO in July 2023 and transitioned to Chairman of the Board. Jose Alberto Duenas succeeded him as CEO until January 2025. Paul Carbone, formerly Panera’s CFO, was appointed permanent CEO in March 2025. Read about current Panera Bread CEO Paul Carbone → Panera Bread Company, one […]