BETHESDA, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 28, 2016--
RLJ Lodging Trust (the “Company”) (NYSE: RLJ) today announced the
election of Arthur (“Art”) Collins as a new member to its Board of
Trustees. Mr. Collins’ appointment became effective November 21, 2016,
increasing the size of the Company’s board from six to seven members.
“We are excited to have Art join our board,” commented Ross H. Bierkan,
President and Chief Executive Officer. “In addition to his extensive
board experience, Art brings decades of executive experience advising
companies across a multitude of industries, which makes him a valuable
addition to our board.”
Mr. Collins is the Managing Partner of theGROUP, a government relations
and public affairs consulting firm, specializing in providing strategic
policy advice to global corporations. Prior to this, Mr. Collins was
Chairman and CEO of Public Private Partnership, Inc. Mr. Collins’
significant experience includes serving on the board of several
distinguished organizations, including the Brookings Institution and the
Meridian International Center.
About Us
RLJ Lodging Trust is a self-advised, publicly traded real estate
investment trust focused on acquiring premium-branded, focused-service
and compact full-service hotels. The Company owns 125 hotels with
approximately 20,800 rooms, located in 21 states and the District of
Columbia.
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RLJ Lodging Trust
Leslie D. Hale, Chief Operating Officer
and Chief Financial Officer
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