Toronto, ON, April 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  is proud to share that  has been named a recipient of the(CFA) . This marks the fifth consecutive year Motel 6 has received this prestigious recognition, highlighting the brand's consistent excellence in franchise service. The announcement came during the 2025 CFA National Convention's Awards Gala held April 7 in Niagara Falls, Ontario.

"Earning this honour for five straight years is a direct result of our team's dedication to fostering strong relationships with our franchisees and providing them with the tools and support they need to succeed in today's competitive market," said Irwin Prince, President & COO, Realstar Hospitality.

The recognition comes as Motel 6 continues to innovate within the economy lodging segment, introducing modernized accommodations while maintaining its commitment to value. These improvements, guided by franchisee feedback, have contributed to increased guest satisfaction scores across the brand's locations.

"When our franchisees succeed, our guests receive better service and our brand grows stronger. This designation validates our comprehensive support system that enables franchisees to focus on what matters most – delivering exceptional guest experiences," added Prince.

The Franchisees’ Choice Designation, now in its 15th year, highlights brands that excel in franchisee satisfaction and partnership. The program helps prospective franchisees identify companies that foster a strong franchise network and uphold high standards of support and engagement.

“We celebrate Franchisees’ Choice Designees for exemplifying franchising's core principle of working in partnership, sharing success, and Growing Together™,” says Sherry McNeil, CFA President & Chief Executive Officer. “Our congratulations go out to this year’s Franchisees’ Choice Designees on receiving this outstanding vote of confidence from their franchisees.”

To learn more about Motel 6 or to book your stay, please visit 

San Francisco, April 9, 2025 — Duetto, a leading provider of revenue management software for the hospitality industry, today announced the acquisition of HotStats, a global leader in financial benchmarking for hotels. The acquisition accelerates Duetto’s ambition to become the definitive revenue and profit operating system for the hotel industry, equipping hoteliers worldwide with a differentiated view of both their top-line revenue and operating performance across rooms, food & beverage, and ancillary services.

We’re thrilled to welcome HotStats into the Duetto family,” said David Woolenberg, CEO of Duetto. “By augmenting our existing suite of solutions with HotStats’ industry-leading financial benchmarking data asset, we’re able to deliver the industry’s most comprehensive solution for driving revenue and profit optimization. Together, we will reimagine what’s possible for hotel revenue and profitability.”

HotStats’ core offering in hotel profitability benchmarking enriches Duetto’s mission to unify every revenue stream under one platform. This new partnership will give hoteliers a clear, actionable view of their overall profits, driving data-backed decisions that increase efficiency and elevate the guest experience.

“Duetto’s commitment to reshaping revenue and profit optimization resonates strongly with our complementary focus on actionable financial insights,” said Michael Grove, CEO of HotStats. “We see enormous potential in joining forces, extending our impact to help hotels identify opportunities to improve efficiency, better meet customer demand, optimize profitability across every facet of their operations.”

“HotStats has long been a pioneer in profitability benchmarking, and it is only fitting that the next stage of its evolution will be with an equally visionary hospitality technology provider,” said Jonathan Langston, founder and retiring Chairman of HotStats.

This acquisition spotlights Duetto’s dedication to strategic expansion under the ownership of GrowthCurve Capital, which acquired Duetto last year. By developing and employing advanced analytics, robust reporting, and an ever-evolving product suite, Duetto affirms its status as a go-to partner for hotels seeking a unified source of truth for their revenue intelligence and profitability metrics. The entire HotStats team will be joining Duetto as part of the transaction.

Toronto, ON, April 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- was named as a recipient of the for the fifth consecutive year during the Awards Gala at the 2025 (CFA) National Convention in Niagara Falls, Ontario. This milestone places Days Inns - Canada among an elite group of franchisors with a proven track record of exceptional franchise relations and support.

"Achieving this designation for five straight years represents more than just an award - it's validation of our franchisee-first philosophy," said Irwin Prince, President and COO of Days Inns - Canada. "This remarkable consistency in franchisee satisfaction stems from our ongoing commitment to collaborative growth and mutual success."

The Franchisees' Choice program, now in its 15th year, is based on comprehensive surveys where franchisees evaluate their franchisors across multiple critical aspects of the business relationship, including initial and ongoing support, leadership effectiveness, communication quality, and overall satisfaction and relationship between the franchisor and franchisee.

"We celebrate Franchisees' Choice Designees for exemplifying franchising's core principle of working in partnership, sharing success, and Growing Together™," says Sherry McNeil, CFA President & Chief Executive Officer. "Our congratulations go out to this year's Franchisees' Choice Designees on receiving this outstanding vote of confidence from their franchisees."

For prospective franchisees, the Franchisees’ Choice Designation serves as an important endorsement from within the franchise community. It signals a high level of satisfaction among existing franchisees and highlights the brand’s commitment to mutual success.

With a portfolio of over 105 independently owned and operated hotels across Canada, the Days Inn by Wyndham brand remains committed to delivering exceptional experiences and first-rate accommodations. To learn more about Days Inns - Canada, visit .

For more information about Franchisees' Choice designation and a full list of winners, visit the .

Phoenix, Arizona (April 3, 2025) – BWH® Hotels (BWH) and the United Soccer League (USL) today announced a landmark partnership that will bring together the passion of soccer fans and the hospitality excellence of BWH, providing exclusive travel benefits and enhanced experiences for USL clubs, supporters, and communities across the United States. The sponsorship will make its national debut on Sunday April 6th, 2025, the first national match of the season on the CBS Television Network between San Antonio FC and Phoenix Rising FC, with BWH featured as the presenting partner for all 100 USL Championship and League One matches on CBS, inclusive of the CBS Television Network, CBS Sports Network, and CBS Sports Golazo.

As the largest and fastest-growing soccer organization in the United States, the USL offers a comprehensive youth-to-professional pathway for both men and women under one ecosystem. By bringing the rapidly growing sport to local communities across North America, USL and BWH will continue to fuel the momentum of soccer’s rise.

“We’re thrilled to partner with the USL—a dynamic organization that shares our passion for performance, community, and memorable experiences,” said Joelle Park, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer at BWH. “Over the next four years with events like the Men’s and Women’s World Cup and the L.A. Olympics, the United States is set to experience a meteoric rise in soccer fandom and growth. As the Official Hotel Partner and Preferred Hotel Supplier for the USL, we are passionate about helping fans and travelers experience this incredible sport, and the journey that comes with it.”

As part of this multi-year sponsorship developed and negotiated by BWH's long-time marketing partner, PMG, and its sports marketing practice, BWH and USL will activate multi-channel platforms and initiatives to not only reach local soccer communities across North America but also enhance the in-match viewing experience with new, tech-forward features. The Best Western® Travel Map, present in all nationally televised games and the first virtual in-game integration of its kind within USL broadcasts, will provide fans with deeper insights into player performance and game dynamics, such as interactive replays and real-time graphics that show where players have traveled throughout the match.

BWH and the USL are also equally committed to supporting the communities in which they operate, and in 2025 the USL will introduce the Hometown Hero Award. The Hometown Hero Award will be presented by BWH with an on-field celebration at the USL Championship Final in November, recognizing the USL industry member making a meaningful difference in their hometown both on and off the field. The award will be supported with a content series to spotlight and celebrate players in local USL communities throughout the country.

“This partnership with BWH Hotels is a game-changer for our league, our teams, and, most importantly, our fans,” said USL Executive Vice President of Corporate Development & Partnerships Josh Keller. “As the sport continues to grow, aligning with a hospitality leader like BWH Hotels ensures that our players, supporters, and communities enjoy first-class experiences both on and off the field. We look forward to working together to elevate soccer’s impact in local markets and enhance the way fans engage with the game.”

In addition to CBS matches, BWH will also be present across USL broadcasts on ESPN, ESPN+, TUDN, and locally aired matches throughout the season, as well as digital integrations on the USL mobile app, website, social channels, and more. Throughout the partnership, BWH is committed to expanding its activation efforts and collaborations with USL players, local teams, youth events, and on-site fan experiences.

For more information, visit BWHHotels.com and USLSoccer.com.