Our philosophy is simple; success results from successful relationships. Quality relationships with employees, investors, and vendors equate to quality relationships with our guests. Our employees are challenged to cultivate their entrepreneurial spirit with the goal of having all employees feel a sense of ownership. Ultimate guest satisfaction occurs only if our employees feel valued, empowered, and accountable. This philosophy drives our short but timeless Mission Statement, which is simply “Impress Guests”.
To create this culture it is critical that our employees see ownership leading by example. We are involved in all aspects of management and development. We personally design the building, select furniture and finishes, oversee construction, and are fully engaged in pre-opening functions as well as day to day operations.
Sterling and KVC...What we do;
Collectively, the two companies provide a full range of services for the hotel owner. Sterling Hospitality offers complete management services as well as specialized engagements for yield management, customer service enhancement, sales and marketing support, website advertising, internet distribution, and full accounting services. KVC Development performs feasibility analysis and all aspects of real estate development, construction management, remodel and renovation services, as well as FF&E selection, procurement, and installation.
Over the past 25 years, the members of Sterling Hospitality Management & KVC Development have been involved in the development, ownership, and management of the following limited service lodging properties:
| State | City | Rooms | Franchise | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | Spokane Wenatchee Spokane Spokane Wenatchee Spokane |
103 90 119 128 104 190 |
Holiday Inn Express Holiday Inn Express Holiday Inn Express Quality Inn Independent Super 8 |
1996 1996 1994 1989 1986 1980 |
| Utah | Layton Layton Salt Lake City |
99 102 123 |
Hampton Inn Holiday Inn Express Super 8 |
1998 1996 1982 |
| Nevada | Henderson Henderson Henderson Las Vegas |
139 101 99 300 |
Hilton Garden Inn Holiday Inn Express Hampton Inn Super 8 |
2007 2001 2001 1989 |
| Arizona | Scottsdale Nogales |
170 116 |
Holiday Inn Express Super 8 |
1998 1988 |
| New Mexico | Albuquerque Albuquerque Albuquerque |
100 100 246 |
Super 8 Super 8 Super 8 |
1995 1990 1985 |
| Montana | Kalispell Kalispell Missoula Missoula |
111 74 80 102 |
Holiday Inn Express Super 8 Independent Super 8 |
2007 1984 1983 1977 |

Pictured: Cal and Kent Clausen, Owners.