Since when has Stephen Wahrlich served as Chairman for Bw Premier Collection?
Bw_Premier_Collection Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Mr. Wahrlich has served as our Chairman since December 2024 and our District II Director since December 2020, in both cases in Phoenix, Arizona. He previously served as our Vice-Chairman from December 2023 to December 2024 and our Secretary-Treasurer from December 2022 to
December 2023, in both cases in Phoenix, Arizona. Mr. Wahrlich has been the owner of the Best Western Plus Clocktower Inn in Billings, Montana since 2005, and an owner of the Best Western Plus Hilltop in Redding, California since 1977. Mr. Wahrlich has also served as SureStay, Inc.'s Director in Phoenix, Arizona since December 2020.
Source: Item 2 — BUSINESS EXPERIENCE (FDD pages 9–12)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bw Premier Collection's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Stephen Wahrlich has served as the Chairman since December 2024. He is based in Phoenix, Arizona. Prior to this role, Mr. Wahrlich held the position of Vice-Chairman from December 2023 to December 2024, and Secretary-Treasurer from December 2022 to December 2023, also in Phoenix, Arizona.
In addition to his role as Chairman, Stephen Wahrlich has been the District II Director since December 2020. He has also been the owner of the Best Western Plus Clocktower Inn in Billings, Montana since 2005, and an owner of the Best Western Plus Hilltop in Redding, California since 1977.
Prospective franchisees should note that key leadership roles within Bw Premier Collection are often held by individuals with extensive experience as owners of Best Western properties. This structure may provide valuable insights and guidance to franchisees, as the leadership understands the challenges and opportunities of owning and operating a Best Western branded hotel.