DALLAS Lexington Services, the Texas-based subsidiary of Travel Services International, has hired Joe Avera as director of data management. In his new position, Avera will be responsible for overseeing all data management operations which include maintaining hotel information for all Lexington members.
Avera brings extensive technology and hotel data expertise to the position. His background includes serving as manager of database administration and GDS marketing for La Quinta Inns. Avera is both a member of the board of directors and a past committee chairman for HEDNA (Hotel Electronic Distribution Network Association). (8/28/00)