We are proud to announce that Mr. Jaswant Dass, Founder and Chairman of JDass Corp, has been named 2025 Canada Developer of the Year by BWH Hotels. This national recognition celebrates his ongoing contribution to Canadian hospitality.
The award was presented at the annual BWH Hotels Convention in Seattle under the theme “Welcome Begins Here.” It highlights years of dedication, leadership, and growth across the industry.
At Hotel EST, we share this commitment. Our team strives to create memorable guest experiences inspired by JDass Corp’s vision for excellence. Moreover, we continue to expand with new projects that bring comfort and quality to travelers across Canada.
We extend our sincere thanks to Larry Cuculic (President & CEO), Maddie Jansen (Regional Manager – Eastern Canada), and Geoffrey Beckett (Canadian Director of Development) from BWH Hotels for their continued support.
This award represents more than a business achievement. It reflects values that drive us every day — service, integrity, and innovation. As a result, our guests can expect a hospitality experience that feels modern, personal, and thoughtfully crafted.
We congratulate Mr. Dass and the entire JDass Corp team on this remarkable accomplishment.
Together, we look forward to building a future that sets new standards for Canadian hospitality.
Leadership that Drives Growth
Behind JDass Corp’s success is a leadership team that brings together decades of experience in real estate, construction, metals manufacturing, and hospitality.
- Jaswant Dass, Founder and Chairman, established JDass Corp on a foundation of trust, performance, and long-term vision.
- Preet Dass, COO, oversees the operational excellence that connects every division, ensuring each project moves from blueprint to reality with precision.
- Navjot Dass, Managing Director, leads the metals, hospitality, and real-estate portfolio, focusing on strategic growth across the organization’s divisions.
- Ram Dass, CFO, provides the financial strategy that supports growth across divisions.
- Dikran Zabunyan, Corporate Director of Hospitality, brings a wealth of industry expertise, guiding projects from conception to launch.
Together, this leadership team has positioned JDass Corp as one of the most dynamic multi-industry enterprises in Canada.