In announcing Oldfield�s promotion, the board stated: �Tim has done an excellent job since joining Choice Hotels Canada in July 2005. He has been a key part of the organization�s senior team, and played an active role in its strategic direction. In his new role and in bringing together the various field service, marketing and sales programs under a single structure, we are confident that Choice Hotels Canada will deliver even greater levels of franchisee performance and guest satisfaction.�

In his new role, Oldfield will have responsibility for delivering all programs and services that directly impact franchisees and he will also serve as the main point of contact and key liaison to industry associations in Canada.

Choice Hotels Canada is also pleased to announce two other significant appointments:

• Julie Chan-McConnell has been promoted to Director of Marketing. Since joining Choice in January, she has made an outstanding contribution not only in developing marketing programs but also in her management of the sales support group. In her expanded role, she will continue to oversee the development of promotions and marketing partner programs plus actively lead the Canadian growth of Choice Privileges.
• Julie Leish has been appointed to the newly created position of Director of Sales, giving her overall responsibility for maximizing customer relationships and optimizing sales team performance.