Brian QuinnRed Lion Hotels Corporation (NYSE:RLH) announced the company has named Brian Quinn as Senior Vice President and Chief Franchise Officer. Quinn oversees hotel franchise development and growth opportunities for the company in its plan to expand across the United States. With over 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Quinn most recently served as Executive Vice President of Development at Driftwood Hospitality Management and Vice President of Upscale Development for InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), overseeing growth of the Crowne Plaza and Hotel Indigo brands across key markets including the U.S., Canada and the Caribbean. During his tenure, the Crowne Plaza brand was recognized as the fastest-growing upscale brand four years consecutively. During his 20 years with IHG, Brian also held leadership positions in franchise services, owner relations and hotel operations. Previously, he served in franchise development for Hilton Hotels Corporation.