Johnstown, Pennsylvania June 15, 2010 — Loedicia Marguccio, Human Resource Manager at Crown American Hotels recently earned certification as a Professional in Human Resources (PHR). The certification, awarded by the HR Certification Institute, signifies that Loedicia possesses the theoretical knowledge and practical experience in human resource management necessary to pass a rigorous examination demonstrating a mastery of the body of knowledge in the field. To become certified, an applicant must pass a comprehensive examination and demonstrate a strong background of professional human resource experience.

A native of Patton, Ms. Marguccio holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Recreation and Park Management from Penn State as well as a Masters of Arts degree in Industrial and Labor Relations from Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP). She is a member of the national Society for Human Resources Management (SHMR). She is a former board member as well as a member of the local chapter of the Cambria Somerset Human Resource Association (CSHRA).

As a leader in the hospitality industry for over forty years, Crown American Hotels is proud to continue the dedication and commitment to Johnstown established by the Pasquerilla family. Headquarted in Pasquerilla Plaza, Crown American Hotels manages the Holiday Inn Downtown Johnstown and the Holiday Inn Express Johnstown; both of which are franchised through agreements with Intercontinental Hotels. Crown American Hotels also manages the Frank J. Pasquerilla Conference Center in downtown Johnstown.