Anirudh Raithwan (Ani)

Founder

Ani is a hospitality trailblazer with an impressive professional record spanning 23 years across Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. His career highlights include substantial contributions as a pre-opening GM, and successfully launching prestigious hotel projects for renowned international chains such as Oberoi Hotels & Resorts, Jumeirah International in Dubai, Wyndham Hotels, Staywell Hospitality & more.

His entrepreneurial vision transformed AAR Hotels & Resorts into a prominent player in the global hospitality industry and spearheaded the brand's growth strategy by securing properties through leases and management agreements in a robust domestic market. With his international exposure & dedicated team he is also planning to have a presence in the international hospitality sector. Renowned for inspiring teams to achieve exceptional results, Anirudh combines visionary thinking with analytical acumen. Recently honored as Young Achiever of the Year at the 2023 India MICE Awards, he continues to redefine global hospitality standards through innovation and unwavering

Mr. Ajay Kandari

Training & Development

Ajay Kandari is a seasoned professional in the realm of experiential training and development, specializing in management solutions for achieving excellence. With over a decade of experience, Ajay has served as a facilitator, mentor, and Director Program at Outward Bound India - Himalaya.

He is widely recognized for his expertise in safety and risk management, adventure tourism consultancy, and outdoor education.

Ms. Varsha Jaiswal

Digital & Social Media

Varsha is a passionate marketing AND Communication strategist having extensive marketing experience in designing long-term branding strategies for top brands like DLF Clubs, Staywell, Tarangi, IHG, Jaypee, and many more.

Her entire marketing strategy is driven by Big Data and new digital tools. As an avid learner, she makes it a point to stay updated on industry trends and bring fresh ideas to the table.

Mr. Nitish Gupta

Finance & Commercials

FCA Nitish Gupta is the founder and managing partner of Nitish Gupta & Co. He is a commerce graduate from the prestigious Ramjas College, Delhi University, and is also a qualified lawyer. Nitish Gupta has also completed the post-qualification course in Information System Audit (DISA) and the Certificate Course on Concurrent Audits of Banks conducted by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. He started practicing as a Chartered Accountant after gaining experience in the industry and registered Nitish Gupta & Co., Chartered Accountants with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India serving the best interests of the clients. He is presently also serving as director in the prestigious Dehradun Club Ltd. His expertise also includes the preparation and submission of a Detailed Project Report for the sanctioning of funds from different Financial Institutions. Currently also empanelled with various hotels & Resorts for their Internal & External Audit.

Mr. M Sharma

Project & Legal

Mr. Sharma is a highly experienced and results-driven Project & Legal advisor with 30 Years of experience in providing expert legal and project management guidance to cross-functional teams. He has a proven track record of successfully navigating complex projects and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Chef Yogendra Semwal (Yogi)

Food & Beverage

Chef Yogi is a results-driven and innovative F&B Advisor with 24 Years of experience in providing expert guidance on Food & Beverage Operations, Menu development, and service excellence. Chef Yogi has associated himself with various International Chains like Marriot Group, IHG, Taj, Hilton & ITC Hotels where he has been recognized for increasing revenue, improving customer satisfaction, and enhancing overall dining experiences. His expertise is to create a kitchen design that is functional, efficient, and meets the needs of the cullinary team.