University of North Texas 
Julie Arrowsmith
President & CEO
G6 Hospitality
About
Julie Arrowsmith is President and CEO of G6 Hospitality (G6), parent company of the
Motel 6 and Studio 6 brands. G6 is one of the largest economy lodging companies in
the hospitality industry with almost 1,500 properties across the U.S. and Canada.
Julie combines over 25 years of extensive experience in economy lodging and finance with a strategic focus on franchise development, owner relationships, technological advancements and the guest experience to lead the G6 team and grow the iconic Motel 6 brand.
A firm believer in the power of mentorship, Julie is active in several American Hospitality & Lodging Association (AHLA) programs, including ForWard, an initiative aimed at mentoring, educating and leading women to the next level of their career. In 2023, Julie was appointed to the AHLA Board of Directors as a brand representative and in 2024, will serve on its Executive Committee. Women Leading Travel & Hospitality included Julie in its 2024 Top Women in Travel & Hospitality Report, and Dallas Magazine’s D CEO named Julie to its 2024 list of the most powerful business leaders in Dallas-Fort Worth. She is a graduate of Texas A&M University.
Julie combines over 25 years of extensive experience in economy lodging and finance with a strategic focus on franchise development, owner relationships, technological advancements and the guest experience to lead the G6 team and grow the iconic Motel 6 brand.
A firm believer in the power of mentorship, Julie is active in several American Hospitality & Lodging Association (AHLA) programs, including ForWard, an initiative aimed at mentoring, educating and leading women to the next level of their career. In 2023, Julie was appointed to the AHLA Board of Directors as a brand representative and in 2024, will serve on its Executive Committee. Women Leading Travel & Hospitality included Julie in its 2024 Top Women in Travel & Hospitality Report, and Dallas Magazine’s D CEO named Julie to its 2024 list of the most powerful business leaders in Dallas-Fort Worth. She is a graduate of Texas A&M University.