Terry P. Wynia

Mr. Wynia has been involved in the development of over 75 hotels since 1978 in a dozen western states. He is currently a managing member, managing general partner, or president of most of the hotels that are in the Hospitality Associates family. His experience includes over 45 years in the hospitality industry with nationally respected firms such as Marriott, Westin, Holiday Inns, La Quinta, Best Western, Comfort Inns & Suites, Glacier Park, Inc., and others. This background includes working in virtually every region of the United States, with experience at hotels ranging from 30 to 700 rooms. From limited service to full-service convention hotels and resorts, Terry has worked in all aspects of operations from entry-level to general management. His foodservice experience includes chain restaurants, cafeteria/college foodservice, coffee shop, catering, and gourmet dining. Mr. Wynia has a B.A. degree in Advertising and Public Relations from Brigham Young University and an M.S. degree in Hotel and Food Service Management from Florida International University. He also did doctorial studies in Business Administration at the University of Washington. The American Lodging Association has also awarded him the distinction of Certified Hotel Administrator. In addition to his industry experience, Mr. Wynia has taught hospitality management at the association, community college, and university levels. He has also been active in many industries and community organizations and has served on the advisory board of numerous hotel franchisors. Mr. Wynia’s prime philosophy is that all persons - employees and their families, guests, partners, etc., should be treated with fairness and respect.