Lou Weckstein, Formerly SVP for Windsor Capital Group, Named President of John Q. Hammons Hotels / July 2001

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Lou Weckstein, Formerly SVP for Windsor Capital Group, Named President of John Q. Hammons Hotels

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. - July 25, 2001-- John Q. Hammons Hotels, Inc. (AMEX:JQH) today announced that Lou Weckstein has been named president of the company, effective September 15, 2001. Weckstein most recently was senior vice president, hotel operations for Windsor Capital Group, a Los Angeles-based hotel management and development company. Springfield, Mo.-based John Q. Hammons Hotels, Inc. is the nation's leading independent builder, developer, owner and manager of upscale full-service hotels, resorts and suites.

Joe Morrissey, regional vice president of operations for John Q. Hammons Hotels, Inc. based in Kansas City, Mo., will temporarily relocate to the corporate offices to facilitate a smooth transition until Weckstein assumes his duties in fall 2001.

In his new position, Weckstein will be responsible for overall strategic direction of the company, ensuring the highest standards continue to be met. He will report to John Q. Hammons, founder, chairman and chief executive officer of John Q. Hammons Hotels, Inc. Weckstein and his wife, Lynda, will relocate from Phoenix to the John Q. Hammons Hotels, Inc. corporate offices in Springfield, Mo.

According to Hammons, Weckstein's comprehensive background in hotel operations, development, finance,

Lou Weckstein

and sales and marketing greatly complements the strengths of John Q. Hammons' leadership position within the industry. "Lou and I got our start in the hotel industry during the same year, and our paths have crossed many times since then. I've always been impressed with his strong work ethic and accomplishments," Hammons said. "With his more than 40 years of hotel industry experience, Lou has a history of conducting profitable business operations and implementing innovative ideas and marketing concepts that positively impact the bottom line and build brands. Because of this strong reputation, we felt Lou's expertise and abilities were the exact qualities we wanted in a new president. We are excited to welcome Lou to the team."

As senior vice president, hotel operations at Windsor Capital Group, Weckstein was responsible for directing and managing all phases of hotel operations, including development, conversions, food and beverage, asset management, accounting and human resources. Windsor's portfolio consists of Embassy Suites, Marriott, Renaissance, Radisson and Hawthorn Suites brands.

Prior to joining Windsor, Weckstein spent eight years as vice president of operations for Embassy Suites, Inc., where he played an integral role in the growth and awareness of the product as a member of Senior Staff, Owners Executive Association, Franchise Committee and Marketing Subcommittee. Prior to Embassy Suites, Weckstein spent 12 years as vice president of operations for Ramada Inns, Inc.; 12 years as vice president of operations for Sheraton Inns, Inc.; and seven years as a hotel general manager.

Weckstein also serves as a member of several advisory boards for Marriott Owners National Association, Michigan State University-School of Hospitality and Northern Arizona University-School of Hotel and Restaurant Management. He is a committee member of the American Hotel & Lodging Association's Educational Institute and a board member of Hospitality USA Credit Union. As a long-time resident of Phoenix, Weckstein has served on the board of directors of the American Cancer Society and as Trustee of the Arizona Opera Company.

Weckstein received a degree in hotel and restaurant management from Michigan State University and is certified as a hotel administrator by the American Hotel & Lodging Association's Education Institute.

Publicly traded on the American Stock Exchange (AMEX:JQH), Springfield, Mo.-based John Q. Hammons Hotels, Inc. is the nation's leading independent builder, developer, owner and manager of upscale full-service hotels, resorts and suites including: Embassy Suites, Renaissance, Marriott, Radisson, Crowne Plaza, Residence Inn, Homewood Suites, Holiday Inn and Hampton Inn & Suites brands.

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Contact:
John Q. Hammons Hotels
Scott Tarwater
417/864-4300
[email protected]

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