Aly El-Bassuni
Choice Hotels International has named former Radisson and Wyndham executive Aly El-Bassuni as the new SVP of its managed hotels division, effective immediately, the hotel company announced Wednesday.
In the new role, El-Bassuni "will oversee the strategy, operations and continued momentum of Choice Hotels' managed hotel properties, focusing on helping maximize performance, enhancing guest experiences and driving long-term, sustainable growth," the company said in a statement.
El-Bassuni formerly served as COO for Radisson Hotel Group Americas, which Choice acquired in 2022. He also previously served as the brand leader and VP of brand operations for Wyndham's Microtel Inns & Suites brand, and most recently served as president of operations, owner and brand relations for hotel management firm Aimbridge Hospitality.
El-Bassuni replaces former Choice managed hotel division VP Jeff Gross, who no longer is with the company, according to a Choice spokesperson. El-Bassuni reports to Choice Hotels EVP of operations and chief global brand officer Dom Dragisich, according to the company.