Supertel Hospitality, Inc. announced that William Blackham has joined the company as chief executive officer. Previously, Mr. Blackham was president and CEO of Eagle Hospitality. He replaces Kelly Walters, who will remain on Supertel's board of directors.

Mr. Blackham also was appointed to the Supertel board of directors. Blackham's other senior executive positions include executive vice president and executive board member of Corporex Companies, Inc., as well as executive vice president and chief financial officer of Tambone Corporation, a privately owned and operated real estate development business.