Wyndham Hotels & Resorts recently signed 60 new franchise agreements for its ECHO Suites Extended Stay by Wyndham. Among the new developers were the first Asian Americans to take on the brand, Kalpesh Patel of VKB Management in Des Moines, Iowa, and Amish Patel of Precision Hospitality in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Kalpesh and Amish have formed NXT Development to build at least 10 ECHOs over the next few years. The markets they are considering include Chattanooga; Mobile, Alabama; and Columbus or Athens, Georgia.

“At the end of the day, we’ve got a number of sites that we have access to,” Kalpesh said. “There are markets that are obviously taken. There are 250 or 260 signed deals out there. We have the ability to go just about anywhere as long as the market is open, so we’re looking at a lot of different options.”

Check out what some are saying about this news:

“Absolutely thrilled to see AAHOA Members signing deals with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts to bring not one but TEN ECHO Suites Extended Stay by Wyndham to reality,” AAHOA Chairman Bharat Patel shared. “This collaboration goes beyond business – it's a testament to the strong relationships the AAHOA Community has with brands like Wyndham and the great opportunities available in the extended-stay segment.”

“Big News! I am incredibly proud to share that we are teaming up with Amish, Kal, Dipal, Casey, and Ryan to bring 10 ECHO Suites to reality,” Frank Forcier, Director of Franchise Development at Wyndham Hotels & Resort, shared. “This signing is deeply personal for me, knowing I have the confidence and trust of clients I have worked with in the past with numerous brands to continue that partnership with a brand new concept. Let's make these projects a success!”

“Congrats Frank and team!” Natalie J. Castillo, Managing Director at Berkadia Hotels & Hospitality, said. “Great accomplishment in a tough development market.”

“Kalpesh - that’s amazing growth!! This is great news for you and your team.” Wayne H. Schneider, Director, Corporate Accounts & Management Groups at Manchester Mills, said. 

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