A member of the Apple Core team since August 1993, Dandapani has been instrumental in the company�s growth and development, including acquisitions, numerous hotel renovations and the development of in-house distribution systems.  Prior to joining Apple Core Hotels, Dandapani held key operational positions with a number of high-profile hospitality organizations, including Chatwal Hotels and Grand Champions Resorts Corporation.  A hotel industry veteran, Dandapani is also a member of the Board of Directors for the following associations: Hotel Association of New York City, NYC & Company, NYSHTA (New York State Hospitality & Tourism Association) and the International Hotel Motel & Restaurant Show at Javits.  Dandapani has been recognized by Crain�s New York Business as one of the top 100 minority business leaders in New York City. 

�Vijay has been a major force in the development of the company and the Apple Core brand,� states Steve Klein, CEO of Apple Core Hotels.  �With Vijay�s innovative business tactics, consummate experience and knowledge of the hospitality industry; we look forward to many more years of success and growth under his leadership.�

Apple Core Hotels also today announces the promotion of Tek Ranadhawa to Senior Vice President.  Ranadhawa joined the Apple Core Hotels team in 1994; he has been Director of Operations for the past ten years.  In this position, Ranadhawa will continue to supervise the Apple Core Hotels management team and oversee all aspects of operations. 

�Tek has proven to be a strategic and integral part of our executive team for many years, and we are looking forward to collaborating with him as we continue to grow the company,� comments Vijay Dandapani, President of Apple Core Hotels. 

About Apple Core Hotels 
Apple Core Hotels is a group of five midtown Manhattan hotels which offer exceptional value for the traveler including a number of thoughtful amenities and features not found in other budget-friendly hotels. All five properties feature: free Wi-Fi Internet access in all rooms and public spaces, complimentary daily breakfast, fitness facilities, business centers, in-room video games and movies on demand. The properties are located within walking distance to must-see New York attractions such as the Empire State Building, Times Square, Central Park and Macy�s. 

Apple Core Hotels� properties include the La Quinta Inn Manhattan (17 West 32nd Street), Red Roof Inn Manhattan (6 West 32nd Street), the smoke-free Comfort Inn Midtown (129 West 46th Street), The Hotel @ Times Square (59 West 46th Street) and the Ramada Inn East Side (161 Lexington Avenue).

  Apple Core Hotels
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