Choice Hotel Europe expands franchise team

Choice Hotels Europe has expanded its Franchise Development team in order to grow its business in the UK. Andrew Horder (pictured) has been appointed the UK Franchise Development Manager of Choice Hotels Europe, which is part of Choice Hotels International, and has the responsibility for growing third-party franchise agreements with independent hotels and hotel groups in the UK.

Duncan Berry. COO of Choice Hotels Europe, said: 'We are keen to work with individual hoteliers and independent hotel groups who want to benefit from the global brand presence of Choice Hotels International and experience that Choice Hotels Europe can bring. As one of the largest pure global hotel franchising companies, Choice Hotels International and Choice Hotels Europe have the expertise, support and scope to help our franchise owners succeed. Andrew's deep experience and knowledge of the hotel sector will be instrumental in helping us achieve this growth.'