David Wilner Appointed Chief Development Officer for North America at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts appoints David Wilner as Chief Development Officer for North America to lead regional growth and hotel development strategy.
Punita Thakur 
Wyndham Strengthens Development Leadership in North America
David Wilner has been appointed Chief Development Officer for North America at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, reinforcing the company’s commitment to expanding its footprint across the region.
In this role, Wilner will oversee the company’s hotel development strategy across North America, working closely with owners, franchisees, and development partners to drive new property openings and brand growth.
Driving Strategic Expansion
As Chief Development Officer, Wilner will lead Wyndham’s regional development initiatives, focusing on identifying new market opportunities, strengthening franchise relationships, and accelerating the growth of the company’s diverse portfolio of hotel brands.
North America remains one of the most significant markets for Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, and the company continues to pursue expansion opportunities across key destinations and emerging travel markets.
Extensive Hospitality Development Experience
Wilner brings extensive experience in hospitality development and strategic partnerships. Throughout his career, he has worked closely with hotel owners, investors, and developers to expand brand portfolios and deliver long‑term growth within competitive hospitality markets.
His industry expertise and leadership will play an important role in supporting Wyndham’s continued development momentum across the region.
Supporting Wyndham’s Long-Term Growth
With a strong network of franchise partners and one of the largest hotel brand portfolios in the world, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts continues to strengthen its position as a global hospitality leader.
Wilner’s appointment reflects the company’s focus on enhancing its development leadership as it works to expand its presence and create new opportunities for owners and investors across North America.
