Best Western Announces Anthony Klok as Chairman of the Board of Directors

Best Western Hotels & Resorts announced today that its Board of Directors elected Anthony Klok as Chairman of the Board for 2019. Klok, who previously served as Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors, enters his new position with great knowledge and understanding of the hotel industry, and as the owner of a Best Western hotel. His extensive experience in the industry positions Klok as a driving force behind the continued success of Best Western in 2019.

"Mr. Klok has extensive experience in many segments of the industry," said David Kong, president and CEO of Best Western Hotels & Resorts. "He is known for being innovative and strategic. His background and progressive approach will be invaluable to Best Western as he continues his incredible journey to improve the brand image and generate superior value for his hotels. "

A graduate of the University of Illinois Champaign, Klok began his career in hospitality as co-founder and director of the successful Rebel Hospitality, which features the development of 15 boutique and branded hotels, restaurants and independent entertainment venues in Chicago and Memphis.

Throughout his career, Klok has had a large-scale involvement in several hospitality associations, including the Illinois Hotel and Lodging Association, the Hospitality Advisory Board of DePaul University and the Chamber of Commerce of Lakeview East. Klok's deep knowledge of the industry led him to be elected to the Best Western Board of Directors in 2013 to represent the interests of Best Western hotel owners in eight states and provinces of the Midwest of the United States and Canada, from Ontario to Kentucky.

"Being elected to the position of Chairman of the Board of Directors of Best Western Hotels & Resorts is a real honor," said Klok. "Personally, I have seen Best Western grow and evolve significantly in recent years, and I am excited to play an even more important role in building the brand and encouraging growth for each and every hotel owner at the same time. time that improved the experience of our guests through innovation ".

Klok's impressive track record of exceptional results will continue in 2019, as it will play a crucial role in driving another notable year for Best Western Hotels & Resorts.