Choice Hotels International, Inc (NYSE:CHH) is one of the largest lodging franchisors in the world. A challenger in the upscale segment and a leader in midscale and extended stay, Choicehas more than 7,400 hotels, representing over 625,000 rooms, in 45 countries and territories. A diverse portfolio of 22 brands that run the gamut from full-service upper upscale properties to midscale, extended stay and economy enables Choiceto meet travelers' needs in more places and for more occasions while driving more value for franchise owners and shareholders. The award-winning Choice Privilegesloyalty program and co-brand credit card options provide members with a fast and easy way to earn reward nights and personalized perks. For more information, visitwww.choicehotels.com. The ability to model Choice's Cultural Values: Welcome and Respect Everyone, Be Bold, Be Quick, Listen, Be Curious and Show Integrity are key to our success in inspiring Loyalty, Growth, and the Hospitality Spirit. Our managed hotels portfolio includes Radisson Blu, Radisson, Radisson Red, Park Plaza, and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson. The always beautifulRadisson Hotel Seattle Airportis looking for their next dynamic leader to lead this incredible team. TheGeneral Manageris responsible for the effective and efficient management of all aspects of the hotel, ensuring the highest standards of guest service, operational excellence, and financial performance. The General Manager will develop and direct business plan strategies to meet and exceed the expectations of owners, associates, and guests. Who Are We Looking For? Develops and implements business strategies for the hotel which are aligned with Choice Hotels and the hotel owner's overall mission, vision, values and strategies Monitors status regularly and adjusts strategies as appropriate Ensures alignment of the hotel's operations with owner and Choice Hotels objectives by serving as liaison for owner relations in conjunction with corporate Develops the annual budget and capital budget in conjunction with the Controller and Vice President of Owned and Managed Operations and assists in obtaining owner's approval Collaborates with other company businesses to leverage resources, purchases, revenues and training opportunities Strives to improve market penetration by adequately foreseeing the near future as well as long-term expectations on market development and maintain realistic yet ambitious targets Achieves the hotel's profit, customer service and revenue goals by directing the operation of the hotel Maximizes revenue by developing and implementing a sales and marketing plan in conjunction with the Management Services Team Seeks opportunities to publicize the hotel through development and implementation of a public relations strategy and by building a network within the community Works with the Executive Committee to continually improve hotel operations by evaluating guest services provided responding to opportunities within the market Analyzes business results on a regular basis and takes actions to improve results as appropriate Leverages system-wide expertise and resources where possible in order to incorporate best practices and deliver services on a cost effective basis Ensures that the hotel adheres to Choice Hotels standards of operations Represents the management company in owner relations and maintains good working-relations and dialog with the hotel owners Ensures the hotel adheres to all local, state and national employment, licensing, lodging, liquor, insurance, safety, contract and other laws and standards Develops and implements strategies and practices which support employee engagement Develops and recruits the human resources necessary to achieve hotel and Management Services' goals Directs the development and implementation of strategies and practices which support employee engage