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.

TORONTO — Centennial College has named Michael Bertuzzi to the School of Hospitality, Tourism and Culinary Arts as its newest professor, it was announced Feb. 2.