MISSISSAUGA — Marriott Hotels of Canda have announced three new appointments at The Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel, The Sheraton Gateway Hotel and The Westin Ottawa.

Lou Biffis, the president and founder of Nottawasaga Resort, received the Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice Cross Medal, at a ceremony held at St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica in Toronto.

ROCKVILLE, Md. — Choice Hotels International, Inc. one of the world's leading hotel companies, has announced Raul Ramirez has joined the company as vice president, strategic finance and financial planning & analysis.

COLUMBUS, OHIO — Economy hotel chain Red Roof has promoted Neil Scott to vice-president of sales and operations, a dedicated position focused on accelerating the company’s expansion into Canada, it was announced May 10.

OTTAWA – The Hotel Association of Canada (HAC) has appointed Alana Baker director of government relations, it was announced April 25.

TORONTO — Cushman & Wakefield has bolstered its hotel valuation team with the additions of Brian Flood, Cindy Schoenauer and Vanessa Boland, it was announced April 13.

SPOKANE, Wash. — Red Lion Hotels Corporation (RLHC) has appointed Douglas L. Ludwig as its new executive vice-president, chief financial officer and treasurer, it was announced March 20.

ST. JOHN’S, NL — Alt Hotel St. John’s has named Jane Kingston as its new general manager, it was announced March 7.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Associated Luxury Hotels has named Josh Lesnick president and CEO, it was announced March 7.

BETHESDA, Md. — David Flueck has been appointed senior vice-president, loyalty at Marriott International, it was announced Feb. 28.