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Bowden Hospitality

Hotel General Manager

Madeira Beach, FL · On-site

$80K - $99K/yr

Foster team development and professional growth Required Qualifications * 5+ years of experience in ... franchise hospitality environments. Join us as we open 4 exciting properties in the St. Pete and ...

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How much do hotel franchise development jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for hotel franchise development in Florida is $58,421.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,800.00 and $74,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is hotel franchise development?

Hotel franchise development involves expanding a hotel brand by partnering with independent hotel owners or investors who operate their properties under the brand’s name, standards, and support systems. Franchise development professionals identify potential franchisees, guide them through the application process, and help ensure the property meets brand requirements. This role is essential for hotel chains looking to grow their footprint efficiently and consistently, leveraging the resources and investments of local owners. Successful franchise development benefits both the franchisee, who gains access to established branding and systems, and the franchisor, who expands their network and revenue streams.

What are the main challenges faced by professionals in hotel franchise development, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in hotel franchise development frequently encounter challenges such as identifying viable markets, building relationships with potential franchisees, and staying ahead of market trends. Navigating competitive landscapes and ensuring brand standards are upheld can also be demanding. Success often depends on strong analytical skills, effective communication, and the ability to negotiate favorable deals. Staying informed about industry trends and fostering collaborative relationships with internal teams, such as marketing and operations, can help address these challenges and drive growth.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a hotel franchise development professional, and why are they important?

To thrive in Hotel Franchise Development, you need expertise in hospitality management, business development, and market analysis, often supported by a degree in business or hospitality and experience in hotel operations or sales. Familiarity with CRM software, property management systems, and franchise sales tools is typically required. Exceptional networking, negotiation, and relationship-building skills set top performers apart in this field. These competencies are essential for successfully identifying, attracting, and supporting franchise partners to drive business growth in a competitive market.

What is the difference between Hotel Franchise Development vs Hotel Sales Manager?

AspectHotel Franchise DevelopmentHotel Sales Manager
Primary FocusSecuring franchise agreements and expanding hotel brandsGenerating hotel bookings and corporate sales
Work EnvironmentCorporate offices, industry eventsOn-site at hotels, client meetings
Required CredentialsMarketing, business development, hospitality experienceSales, hospitality, communication skills
Industry UsageHotel chains, franchise organizationsHotels, resorts, hospitality companies

Hotel Franchise Development focuses on expanding hotel brands through franchise agreements, while Hotel Sales Managers concentrate on increasing bookings and revenue for individual properties. Both roles require strong communication skills and industry knowledge but serve different strategic purposes within the hospitality industry.

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Infographic showing various Hotel Franchise Development job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,421 per year, or $28.1 per hour.

Director, Franchise Sales and Development - Florida

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts

Orlando, FL • On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts rating

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

Based on 99 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

74th of 107 rated hotels

Job description

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is now seeking a Director, Franchise Sales and Development - Florida to join our team at the Parsippany - 22 Sylvan Way location in Parsippany, New Jersey.

Why Wyndham?

By joining Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, you will play an integral role in our mission to make hotel travel possible for all. You’ll be part of one of the largest hotel franchise companies in the world, where we strive to deliver the best value to our owners and guests. Most importantly, you’ll be entrusted to live our unique Count on Me culture, set by our core values of integrity, accountability, inclusive, caring and fun. At Wyndham, we provide all team members the opportunity to grow through best-in-class training and career development, leadership training, mentorship opportunities and educational support.  Supporting our team members is a top priority, which is why we offer competitive compensation and benefits, vacation, team member appreciation days, workplace flexibility and much more.  At Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, we value and embrace a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion that supports team members of all backgrounds and experiences. We can’t wait to welcome you!

The Role

Prospecting and qualification of franchise opportunities. Negotiation of deal terms and Property Improvement Plans.  Execution of hotel franchise agreements.  Relationship management and attendance at industry events.  Submittal of Forecasts and general reporting.

What you'll do
  • Prospecting and Qualifying Deals.               
  • Networking/Industry Event Attendance.
  • Negotiate Terms and Execution of Contracts.   
  • Manage Relationships.
  • Forecasting/Reporting.
  • Assisting other members of development team on special projects.
  • Maintaining in-depth knowledge of major purchase/sale transactions, activities of debt and equity, providers and other hospitality related trends within the US and Canada.
You'll be successful if you have

•    Extensive sales experience.
•    Proven achievement in sales by exceeding quotas.
•    Excellent organizational skills.
•    Ability to build and maintain relationships.
•    Aptitude to evaluate pro-forma and feasibility studies for new construction projects.
•    New Construction Development Knowledge.
•    A desire to travel.

Required Qualifications/Experience

•    Bachelor’s degree preferred;
•    At least 3 years experience in business/relationship development;
•    Must have demonstrated proven achievement in sales by exceeding quota; 
•    Required to travel approximately 80% of time (4 out of 5 days per week). Travel will be predominantly focused on lead generation and customer relationship management in the U.S.

Company Overview

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is one of the largest hotel franchise companies in the world by number of properties with approximately 8,400 hotels across over 95 countries on six continents. Through our network of approximately 869,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveler, Wyndham commands a leading presence in the hospitality industry. Headquartered in Parsippany, N.J. with offices around the world in London, Shanghai, Buenos Aires, Dubai and more, Wyndham employs more than 2,000 corporate team members worldwide who are dedicated to the Company’s mission of making hotel travel possible for all. Supporting thousands of franchisees and a growing global portfolio of 25 hotel brands—think household names like Wyndham, La Quinta, Ramada, Days Inn and Super 8—Wyndham team members are a widespread group of individuals with diverse interests and backgrounds. Our unique Count on Me culture, commitment to flexibility and core values of Integrity, Accountability, Inclusivity, Caring and Fun are just part of what continues to make Wyndham an award-winning best place to work.

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Job Location: Parsippany - 22 Sylvan Way, 22 Sylvan Way, Parsippany, New Jersey  07054
Employment Status: Full-time

Compensation & Benefits

For U.S. based positions only, the expected pay range for this position is $90,000-$120,000 annually.

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts carefully considers a wide range of factors when determining compensation such as work location, background, experience, and performance. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

In addition to the base pay, this role is eligible to receive an incentive payment pursuant to the Franchised Development US Incentive Plan, subject to the terms of the Plan.

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is committed to attracting, motivating, and retaining talented team members who align with our company’s core values. We are proud to reward our full-time team members with comprehensive benefit programs and resources which include:

  • Health insurance with HSA and FSA options
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life/AD&D insurance
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage
  • 401(k) with generous company match
  • Vacation time- Accrue2.692 hours of paid vacation per week
  • Paid holidays- 11 Core Scheduled Paid Holidays with potential additional paid days off as business operations and the calendar permit (e.g. in 2026, there is an additional 7 days of paid company closure).
  • Paid sick leave accrued as state and local laws require
  • Additional paid time off in the form of one volunteer day, bereavement time, as well as jury duty time.  

Participation in any of the benefit plans and programs made available to team members is subject to satisfaction of eligibility requirements. More information can be found on Our Benefits Page.  Wyndham Hotels & Resorts reserves the right to amend or terminate any benefit plan or program at any time in accordance with applicable law.

We are accepting applications for this position through 09/14/2026.

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