Besides Best Western, what other Director position does Mahmood Merchant hold?

According to Best Western's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Mahmood Merchant holds the position of District VI Director for Best Western since December 2021. In addition to this role, he also serves as a Director for SureStay, Inc. since December 2021. Both director positions are based in Phoenix, Arizona.

Prospective franchisees should note that individuals in director positions within Best Western may also hold similar roles in related or subsidiary companies like SureStay, Inc. This indicates a potentially interconnected leadership structure across different brands within the Best Western organization.

Beyond his roles as director, Mr. Merchant has been the owner of the Best Western Big Country Inn in Coalinga, California since 2000, the Best Western Apricot Inn in Firebaugh, California since 2003, the Best Western Colonial Inn in Selma, California since 2017, and the Best Western Plus Inn in Coalinga, California since 2018. He has also been the President and Chief Executive Officer of Merchant Valley Corporation in Roseville, California since March 1997.

This demonstrates that individuals involved in the leadership of Best Western often have extensive experience as owners and operators of Best Western properties, as well as involvement in other business ventures. This could provide valuable insights and perspectives in their roles within the Best Western organization.