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Geoffrey A. Ballotti

President and Chief Executive Officer at WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS
Board
Since 2018
Age
63 years
Tenure
Joined Wyndham Hotels & Resorts as President and Chief Executive Officer in 2018 after advancing through a series of leadership roles at Wyndham Hotel Group, Wyndham Destination Network, and Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide.

Also at WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS

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Monica Melancon
Chief Human Resource Officer
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Nicola Rossi
Chief Accounting Officer
PFC
Paul F. Cash
General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer, and Corporate Secretary

About

Geoffrey A. Ballotti is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in the hospitality industry. He is currently the President and Chief Executive Officer at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, having joined in 2018, and has built a career that spans decades in leadership roles.

Throughout his career, he has held key positions including CEO of Wyndham Hotel Group and Wyndham Destination Network, as well as significant roles at Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide. His progression through these roles highlights his strategic vision and operational expertise in driving growth and managing large-scale operations.

In addition to his executive responsibilities, he has contributed to industry organizations and served on public company boards, reinforcing his commitment to the advancement of the hospitality sector. His leadership and achievements continue to shape the strategic direction of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts.

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Past Roles

OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
Wyndham Hotel Group President and Chief Executive Officer March 2014 - May 2018 N/A
Wyndham Destination Network Chief Executive Officer March 2008 - March 2014 N/A
Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide President, North America Division 2003 - 2008 N/A
Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide Various Leadership Positions N/AExecutive Vice President Operations, Senior Vice President of Southern Europe, and Managing Director, Ciga Spa, Italy
The Steak N Shake Company Board Member 2007 - 2008 N/A
Bank of New England Banking Officer in the Commercial Real Estate Group N/AN/A

Fixed Compensation

Data from  FY 2024
Component NameAmountPayment ScheduleAdditional Details
Base Salary$1,294,504 AnnualGuaranteed fixed salary
Time-Based RSUs$4,999,940 Awarded in 2024Grant date fair value; non-performance-based
All Other Compensation$335,299 AnnualIncludes personal use of aircraft, company automobile, financial planning, 401(k) match, deferred compensation match, annual physical, and other components

Performance Compensation

Data from  FY 2024

Performance-Based PSUs

MetricThresholdTargetMaximum
Shares32,658 65,316 130,632
Grant DateFeb 29, 2024 N/AN/A
Vesting ScheduleVests at end of 3-year period (Dec 31, 2026) N/AN/A
Grant Date Fair ValueN/A$4,999,940 $9,999,880

Non-Equity Incentive Plan Bonus

MetricValue
Adjusted EBITDA Achievement100%
Global Net Room Growth - Threshold2.25% (results in 25% of target payout)
Global Net Room Growth - Target3.00%
Global Net Room Growth - Maximum4.00% (results in 150% of target payout)
Payout - Threshold$566,345
Payout - Target$2,265,381
Payout - Maximum$3,398,072
Base Salary Used for Calculation$1,300,000
Payment ScheduleAnnual; no vesting (paid based on performance in 2024)