Desai Hotel Group

Desai Hotel Group is a fast-growing vertically integrated private hotel investment company based in Ridgeland, Mississippi. We specialize in developing and managing high-quality, select service hotel assets throughout the Southeastern United States. DHG has an objective that is more than just developing or acquiring and operating hotels; it is producing excellence in the quality, design, and people involved in each and every one of our projects.

Our Culture

Desai Hotel Group's philosophy is structured around the core values of KARMA; these guiding principles drive who we are as a team, and help define our culture, and who we truly are as people while supporting our vision and passion for the hotel industry.

Our vision is long-term. We want to own institutional quality hotels that are built to last. Our mission is to continue to strive for perfection and growth through the intellectual development of our team with an emphasis on accountability throughout our organization.

Our Core Values

K - Knowledge: Pursuit of growing and learning

A - Appreciation: Recognizing excellence

R - Revolutionary: Embrace and drive change

M - Morale: Spirit

A - Authenticity: Be the person your dog thinks you are

Our Team

We are led by a team of experienced professionals who are passionate about the hotel industry and dedicated to achieving excellence in everything we do. Our team includes:

• Sunny Desai, Chief Executive Officer: Sunny serves as the President of Desai Hotel Group and is also the CEO of Desai Companies. Sunny provides strategic oversight to the portfolio companies and heads the investment team. He is a State of Mississippi Registered Real Estate Broker and Licensed Contractor. He is also a blue belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

• Sweta Desai, Chief Financial Officer: Sweta leads a team of industry professional at Desai Hotel Group. Mrs. Desai is also CFO of Desai Companies. A graduate of The University of Mississippi, she earned a Masters in Taxation in 2008. Sweta has experience in the financial services industry, particularly in real estate and private equity funds.

• Pablo Herrera, HR Manager: Pablo leads the Human Resources Department for Desai Hotel Group. He has 10+ years' experience in the customer service and HR fields. He's about to complete his degree in Business Administration.

• Trent Floyd, Chief Operating Officer: Trent joined Desai Hotel Group in March 2018 after being in the manufacturing Industry for nearly a decade. He has held roles in Engineering, Continuous Improvement, and Management. Trent graduated Cum Laude from Mississippi State University with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology.

What We Do

Each of our hotels is custom-designed and branded to represent its distinct market and culture. DHG strives to master the science of hotel acquisition and development, while differentiating itself from other companies through the application of artistic and creative skills.

We are approved operators of:

• Hotel Investment: We are long term holders of quality real estate assets. We take pride in our hotels and do not believe in the quick flips. We want to take a holistic approach to investing in hotels, and we want to be a part of the process from the beginning to the end.

• Development: Our development process is detailed and meticulous. We believe that every hotel is unique and requires a special approach. Our goal is to create hotels that are not just places to stay, but destinations that reflect the local culture and charm.

• Management: We believe in creating an environment that is conducive to our employees' growth and success. We strive to create a positive and supportive work environment that encourages our team members to be their best selves.

• Construction: We have a team of experienced professionals who are dedicated to ensuring that every project is completed on time and within budget. We believe in using only the highest quality materials and the latest technology to ensure that our hotels are safe, efficient, and comfortable.

Our Services

• Investment: We are long term holders of quality real estate assets. We take pride in our hotels and do not believe in the quick flips. We want to take a holistic approach to investing in hotels, and we want to be a part of the process from the beginning to the end.

• Development: Our development process is detailed and meticulous. We believe that every hotel is unique and requires a special approach. Our goal is to create hotels that are not just places to stay, but destinations that reflect the local culture and charm.

• Management: We believe in creating an environment that is conducive to our employees' growth and success. We strive to create a positive and supportive work environment that encourages our team members to be their best selves.

• Construction: We have a team of experienced professionals who are dedicated to ensuring that every project is completed on time and within budget. We believe in using only the highest quality materials and the latest technology to ensure that our hotels are safe, efficient, and comfortable.

Giving Back

Our philosophy on community service is to pick one non-profit and put all of our attention and effort into helping that cause as much as possible. We believe in giving back to the community and supporting causes that are close to our hearts.