APPOINTMENT
Choice Hotels has announced the appointment of Joshua Sloser as the new Chief Commercial Officer.
Joshua will be reporting directly to the company’s President and CEO, Patrick Pacious. In this role, he will develop new commercial strategies, overseeing the brand’s digital channels, revenue management, third-party distribution, and customer service.
Patrick Pacious, President and Chief Executive Officer at Choice Hotels, said, “Choice Hotels continues to capitalize on diversified growth avenues and strong international momentum, as demonstrated in our recent Q2 performance. As we accelerate our global expansion and deepen customer engagement, Joshua’s proven ability to drive innovation, lead cross-functional teams, and deliver measurable commercial outcomes will be instrumental. His strong franchising experience, paired with expertise in digital, commercial, and customer experience, makes him an excellent fit for the Chief Commercial Officer role.”
Joshua brings more than two decades of leadership experience, with a career spanning hospitality, restaurant, and travel industries. Most recently, he served as Global Senior Vice President, Customer & Commercial Innovation at McDonald’s. In this role, he oversaw food concepts, technology, and operational processes across 40,000 restaurants worldwide.
Prior to joining McDonald’s, he spent nearly a decade at Hilton, holding several senior roles in digital and e-commerce. He has also held several leadership positions for airline and travel companies including America West Airlines, Cendant, Ciber Consulting, and Travelocity.
Excited for his new role, Joshua said, “I’m honored to join Choice Hotels at such a pivotal time in its growth journey. The company’s legacy of innovation, focus on delivering strong value to franchisees, and commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences deeply resonate with me. I’m excited to work alongside this talented team to build on that momentum and help shape the next chapter of commercial success.”
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