05/14/2021 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 05/14/2021 14:18
RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. (NYSE: APLE) (the 'Company' or 'Apple Hospitality') today announced recipients of the Company's 2020 Apple Awards. The winners were chosen for their outstanding contributions in 2020.
'We could not be more grateful for the exceptional operating teams at our hotels and their dedication to serving our guests with care during the most difficult year on record for the hotel industry,' commented Justin Knight, Chief Executive Officer of Apple Hospitality. 'Last year, associates at our hotels were faced with incredibly challenging circumstances as we worked to adapt to the evolving operating environment, with many taking on additional responsibilities. We are incredibly proud of their efforts. As a result, our 2020 Apple Awards are focused solely on the associates at our hotels, recognizing several individuals nominated by their management companies and peers for their outstanding contributions to the safety, well-being and overall satisfaction of our guests. I congratulate the 2020 winners and thank all of the associates at our hotels for their dedication to exceptional guest service and hotel performance.'
2020 Apple Award Winners
Apple Hospitality's 2020 Apple Awards are presented to five hotel associates in recognition of their exceptional hospitality and service during an incredibly difficult and turbulent year. These management company team members are willing and eager to do any task; they have received numerous compliments from guests for being helpful, welcoming, professional, caring and empathetic; and they exhibit leadership in acts both large and small. They consistently go above and beyond to make a positive impact at their hotels, inspiring others to do the same.
The recipients of Apple Hospitality's 2020 Apple Awards are as follows:
About Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc.
Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. (NYSE: APLE) is a publicly traded real estate investment trust ('REIT') that owns one of the largest and most diverse portfolios of upscale, rooms-focused hotels in the United States. Apple Hospitality's portfolio consists of 232 hotels with more than 29,700 guest rooms located in 88 markets throughout 35 states. Concentrated with industry-leading brands, the Company's portfolio consists of 103 Marriott-branded hotels, 124 Hilton-branded hotels, three Hyatt-branded hotels, and two independent hotels. For more information, please visit www.applehospitalityreit.com.
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