Ralph Thiergart

Ralph Thiergart is an accomplished hospitality professional with extensive experience in strategic roles across various organizations. Currently serving as the Chief Strategy Officer at Dimension Hospitality since January 2025, Thiergart previously held key positions at AAHOA, where responsibilities included Vice President of Franchise Relations and Education as well as Vice President of Education & Professional Development from January 2023 to December 2024. At Computer Ingenuity Associates, Thiergart contributed as a Partner and Board Member, facilitating decision support solutions for the hotel industry from May 2021 to January 2023. Additionally, Thiergart was a Principal at Rivers Edge Consulting, focusing on profitability strategies in the hospitality sector. Thiergart's earlier career at Choice Hotels International spanned over 13 years, culminating in roles such as Vice President and General Manager of Extended Stay Brands, where notable achievements included the launch of the EverHome Suites brand and significant portfolio growth. Ralph Thiergart holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business and Biology from Newman University.