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  • Nov 9, 2023

    Forbes set out to identify the 400 companies excelling in championing women at work. The top honorees tout not only competitive pay and strong career advancement opportunities but also flexible work arrangements which experts agree are critical to correct gender inequities. This recognition reflects our ongoing focus to advance women and our drive toward a globally inclusive and diverse workforce.

  • Nov 9, 2023

    Forbes surveyed 150,000 full-time and part-time workers from 57 countries working for multinational companies and institutions to determine which ones excel in corporate impact and image, talent development, gender equality and social responsibility- and Choice is one of them! This award is a testament to our cultural values of making sure everyone feels welcome, wanted, and respected around the world.

  • Nov 9, 2023

    Choice is widely recognized for its culture and is known as an industry leader in employee benefits, ranging from expanded parental leave to enriching professional development opportunities. We strive to offer a robust and rewarding employee experience. This honor highlights Choice’s focus on creating a culture of respect and our dedication to diversity and the overall well-being of our associates.

  • Nov 9, 2023

    For the tenth consecutive year, Choice Hotels scored a perfect 100 on the 2022 Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Corporate Equality Index, a national benchmark that annually ranks companies on LGBT-friendly corporate practices and policies. This ranking earns Choice Hotels the distinction as one of HRC’s “Best Places to Work for LGBT Equality.”

  • Nov 9, 2023

    Forbes surveyed more than 5,000 U.S. veterans, who have served in the armed forces, including the military, the National Guard, and military reserves to determine which companies were the best employers for veterans—and Choice is one of them! We recognize the value that service members can bring to an organization and are proud of the culture we have created to support our veterans.

  • Nov 9, 2023

    Choice is widely recognized for its culture and is known as an industry leader in employee benefits, ranging from expanded parental leave to enriching professional development opportunities. We strive to offer a robust and rewarding employee experience. This honor highlights Choice’s focus on creating a culture of respect and our dedication to diversity and the overall well-being of our associates.

  • Nov 9, 2023

    Forbes has recognized Choice as one of the best employers for diversity for the 3rd year in a row. This recognition is a direct result of our continued commitment to diversity, equity, and belonging.

  • Nov 9, 2023

    For the ninth consecutive year, Choice Hotels scored a perfect 100 on the 2021 Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Corporate Equality Index, a national benchmark that annually ranks companies on LGBT-friendly corporate practices and policies. This ranking earns Choice Hotels the distinction as one of HRC’s “Best Places to Work for LGBT Equality.”

  • Nov 9, 2023

    Our culture built around ensuring that every person feels welcomed, wanted, and respected has just earned us another Comparably award for “Best Places to Work in Washington D.C. 2021

  • Nov 9, 2023

    We’re proud to announce ChoiceU has ranked 7th during the 2021 LearningElite Awards program, a peer-reviewed ranking and benchmarking program which recognizes organizations that employ exemplary workforce development strategies that deliver significant business results

  • Nov 9, 2023

    President and CEO Pat Pacious has been named one of 2020’s Best CEOs For Women of large companies by Comparably, a workplace culture and compensation monitoring site. Comparably determined this year’s Best CEOs For Women through ratings anonymously provided by employees. We strive to have all associates feel welcome, wanted & respected and we’re proud that our female associates strongly believe that Choice is a great place for women to work!

  • Jul 15, 2020

    Based on the results of the 2020 Disability Equality Index, determined by Disability:IN and the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD). Choice earned a top score for the third year in a row.

  • Jul 13, 2020

    Choice Hotels’ Choice University (ChoiceU; including Choice Onboard) was the top winner in Elearning! Magazine’s 2020 Learning! 100, selected as the #1 organization for excellence in learning development. Choice Hotels International is a four time Learning! 100 Award honoree, and the only hotel company to be recognized in the top 25 in 2020.

  • Feb 28, 2020

    Choice Hotels was recognized for its enterprise-wide development programs for both associates and the company's active 60,000 property-level users worldwide. Choice was only hotel company to be recognized in the top 50.

  • Jun 15, 2020

    Determined by the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index. Choice scored a perfect score on the index and the distinction of “Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality.” for the ninth consecutive year.

  • Jun 15, 2020

    Determined by Forbes Magazine, the accolade, which recognizes organizations for their commitment to diversity and outstanding workplace culture, ranks Choice among the top 500 employers in the United States and one of the leading travel and leisure companies. The final list ranks the top 500 employers that not only received the most recommendations, but also boast the most proactive diversity and inclusion initiatives.

  • Jan 30, 2020

    Pat Pacious, president and chief executive officer, Choice Hotels, was named as a Best CEO of Large Companies in Comparably’s 3rd annual Best CEOs Awards 2019. He was among the highest ratings by employees who provided anonymous feedback about their chief executive officers on Comparably.com within the past year

  • Jan 30, 2020

    Choice Hotels’ ChoiceUniversity (ChoiceU; including Choice Onboard) was a top 10 Winner in Elearning! Magazine’s 2019 Learning! Elite 50 (Formerly theLearning! 100 Awards program). Choice Hotels International is a three time Learning! 100 Award honoree.

  • Jan 30, 2020

    Based on the results of the 2019 Disability Equality Index, determined by Disability:IN and the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD). Choice was the only lodging company to earn this distinction.

  • Jan 30, 2020

    Determined by Washington Post, Choice Hotels was designated a Top Place to Work in the greater Washington, D.C. area. The employee survey gathered responses on 24 factors covering seven areas, including organizational health aspects that measure how well employees are working together toward a common cause.

  • Jun 15, 2020

    Choice Hotels was selected as a CIO 100 Award winner for driving digital business growth through technology innovation, with its proprietary, cloud-based global reservation system (GRS) and distribution platform – choiceEDGE.

  • Jul 17, 2020

    Determined by Forbes Magazine, the accolade ranks Choice among the top 500 mid-size employers in the nation and one of the leading travel and leisure companies

  • Jan 30, 2020

    Determined by the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index. Choice scored a perfect score on the index and the distinction of “Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality.” for the ninth consecutive year.

  • Jan 31, 2019

    Determined by Forbes Magazine, the accolade, which recognizes organizations for their commitment to diversity and outstanding workplace culture, ranks Choice among the top 500 employers in the United States and one of the leading travel and leisure companies.

  • Jan 18, 2019

    Stewart Bainum, Jr., Chairman of Choice Hotels International, will be honored with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS) on January 28-30, 2019, in Los Angeles. This prominent award is presented to an individual who has made significant contributions to the hospitality industry through their actions, deeds, and great accomplishments.

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