Andria Lewis Recognized as Woman of the Year by Choice Hotels

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June 9, 2009

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Holly Johnson, Imagica Communications
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BOULDER, Colo., June 10, 2009– As Andria Lewis puts it: “Customer service never gets a day off.” Those wise words exemplify why Lewis was chosen as the Women’s Business Alliance “Woman of the Year” at the 55th annual convention of Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH.) The award was announced during an evening gala at the convention last month in Washington, D.C.

5,800 hotel properties, 900 nominations

Selected from more than 900 nominations from among the 5,800 Choice Hotels International properties worldwide, Lewis, co-owner of The Golden Hotel, an Ascend Collection hotel in Golden, Colo. since 2004, and the Quality Inn & Suites Hotel in Boulder, Colo. since 1999, was honored for her professional achievement, personal leadership and commitment in the lodging industry. In addition, the review committee noted Lewis’ leadership in serving as a role model for women in the industry and inspiring both their peers and employees through their actions, personal values and ethics.

In addition, Lewis’ belief in strong corporate training and ongoing employee communications sets a foundation and example for treating both employees and guests alike – with great respect. Like Lewis, the employees have a strong commitment to customer service, which paves the way for the hotel to thrive.

Property Awards & Honors

Lewis, who worked for Estee Lauder and Tiffany & CO prior to entering the hospitality industry in 1999, has achieved notable success in her 10 years in the lodging industry. Her two properties were 2009 Inn of the Year finalists. The Quality Inn & Suites hotel has earned the Choice Gold Award five times, was awarded the Choice Platinum Award in 2006 through 2009, and was named Best in Brand in 2006. The Golden Hotel, an Ascend Collection, has earned both the Choice Gold and Platinum awards, was a finalist in 2006 and 2008 for Inn of the year and was named Best in brand in 2006.

Community and Professional Commitment

Lewis serves on the Choice Hotels Owners Council board, Choice’s Regional Advisory Board and is vice chair of the Standards and Operations Committee. She is a member Colorado Hotel & Lodging Association and Boulder Convention and Visitors Bureau as well as past President of the Boulder Hotel & Motel Association where she still remains on the board and has helped spearhead an annual health fair for the community.

About Lewis Hotels

Co-owned by Andria and Burt Lewis of Boulder, Colo., Lewis Hotels consists of three properties, Quality Inn & Suites Boulder Creek and Boulder University Inn, and The Golden Hotel & Bridgewater Grill in Golden, Colo., which recently completed a renovation of the main floor including new and upgraded meeting rooms and a new creekside location, menu, and covered patio dining area overlooking Clear Creek for Bridgewater Grill. For more information on the properties, amenities and services, visit www.lewishotels.com.

About Choice Hotels

Choice Hotels International franchises more than 5,800 hotels, representing more than 475,000 rooms, in the United States and more than 30 countries and territories. The company’s Comfort Inn, Comfort Suites, Quality, Sleep Inn, Clarion, Cambria Suites, MainStay Suites, Suburban Extended Stay Hotel, Econo Lodge and Rodeway Inn brands serve guests worldwide. In addition, via its Ascend Collection membership program, travelers in the United States and the Caribbean have upscale lodging options at historic, boutique and unique hotels. Additional corporate information may be found at www.choicehotels.com.

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