300 FRANCHISED PROPERTIES IN THE U.S. AND CANADA   45 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN MANAGING AWARD-WINNING BRANDS

Accor North America embraces a franchising philosophy based on fairness, honesty, trust, open communications and diversity, providing an environment for long-term, successful partnerships. Franchisees benefit from the strong brand awareness of Motel 6 and Studio 6, which is created through strong advertising campaigns and innovative marketing programs such as the Click 6® internet promotion. Franchisees enjoy the purchasing power and savings that come from being part of Accor’s family of over 4,000 hotels worldwide, while participating in a unique industry-leading procurement rebate program enabling them to maximize their opportunity for profitability. The Accor Académie provides initial and ongoing training for franchise owners and managers at the campus located in Carrollton, Texas and through on-site Element K (e-learning) computer classes. Curriculums range from classes for the first time operator to the experienced hotelier, as well as continuing education classes.