Valvoline has announced Patrick Pacious as an independent director on the company’s Board of Directors, according to a press release.
Pacious’ new role is effective as of July 11. He will be serving as a member of the Board’s Compensation Committee.
Prior to his new role, Pacious had been President, Chief Executive Officer, and a director of Choice Hotels International Inc. since 2017, a company that operates more than 7,400 hotels. He first started at the company in 2005, serving in various senior leadership positions.
“Pat's expertise in franchise development and expansion, brand building, acquisitions and technology transformation will be invaluable as the Company executes on its strategy to rapidly expand its retail footprint with an increased emphasis on franchisee unit growth,” stated Board Chairman Richard J. Freeland.
