Basil P A

Co-Founder

Ernakulam, Kerala, India9 yrs 4 mos experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

Expert in revenue management for vacation rentals
Proven track record in scaling hospitality businesses
Strong leadership in community-driven growth initiatives

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Hospitality and Operations Leader with a focus on scaling food and rental businesses.

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Skills

Core Skills

Business OwnershipRevenue ManagementHospitalityCommunity EngagementData Analytics

Other Skills

Start-up LeadershipStart-up VenturesOTAMarketing StrategyCustomer AcquisitionCustomer OnboardingData AnalysisUnstructured DataAnalytical SkillsBig DataCustomer ServiceLeadershipTeamworkPublic SpeakingExtranet

About

I’m Basil, a hospitality and operations leader with hands-on experience building and scaling businesses across restaurants, food production, distribution, and short-term rentals. I currently co-lead Hubloft, where I oversee revenue strategy, operational systems, and performance optimization for vacation rentals. I also manage a portfolio of short-term rental properties, giving me strong exposure to marketplace dynamics, pricing, and guest experience. I’m a co-owner of Sora, a casual dining restaurant that also operates its in-house food production under the same brand. Alongside this, I lead operations at Sora Suppliers, handling procurement, logistics, pricing, and distribution—providing end-to-end experience across the F&B value chain. I also oversee Mio Cakery, a bakery and dessert brand supplying both internal outlets and external partners, with a focus on process consistency, cost control, and scalable operations. Earlier in my career, I worked with Airbnb in in-market host acquisition and later as a Community Leader, supporting and mentoring hosts across Kerala. This experience shaped my leadership approach around team enablement, quality standards, and community-driven growth. I’m best suited for leadership roles that require operational clarity, cross-functional coordination, and sustainable scale, particularly in hospitality, food businesses, and real-asset-backed ventures. ⸻ Leadership Strengths • Operations & process leadership • Revenue, cost & margin optimization • Team building & manager-led systems • Hospitality & marketplace strategy • Scaling businesses with low operational stress

Experience

9 yrs 4 mos

Total Experience

4 yrs 7 mos

Average Tenure

6 yrs 3 mos

Current Experience

Sora suppliers

Co-Founder

Sep 2023 – Present · 2 yrs 8 mos · Kerala, India · Remote

Co-founder at Sora Suppliers, managing ice cream and frozen food distribution across Kumily and Vagamon.
Handle operations, retail partnerships, cold-chain management, and last-mile delivery.
Focused on reliable service, structured operations, and long-term retailer relationships.

Start-up LeadershipStart-up VenturesBusiness Ownership

Airbnb

Community Leader

Mar 2022 – Mar 2024 · 2 yrs · Kerala, India

Actively supported and mentored hosts to strengthen the Airbnb hosting community. Contributed to knowledge sharing, best practices, and community engagement initiatives aimed at improving hosting standards and guest experiences.

Customer AcquisitionCustomer OnboardingCommunity Engagement

Sora foods

Co-Owner

Feb 2020 – Present · 6 yrs 3 mos · Idukki, Kerala, India

Sora – Grill & Gossip is a casual dining restaurant built around great food, relaxed conversations, and community vibes. I oversee overall business operations, brand positioning, customer experience, and marketing strategy.
Over the years, I’ve focused on building a sustainable restaurant model by improving operational efficiency, maintaining food quality, and creating a loyal customer base in a competitive hospitality market.

Business OwnershipMarketing StrategyHospitality

Hubloft

Co-Founder

Nov 2018 – Present · 7 yrs 6 mos · Kerala, India

Hubloft is a hospitality support venture focused on revenue management, operational coordination, and performance optimization for vacation rentals and short-term stays.
We help property owners improve occupancy, pricing efficiency, and guest experience by managing listings, calendars, pricing strategies, and backend operations. By combining data-driven decision-making with on-ground hospitality understanding, Hubloft enables hosts to maximize returns while reducing daily operational stress.
Our approach is built on systemized processes, clear reporting, and owner transparency, allowing hosts to scale their rental income without being involved in day-to-day execution.

Revenue ManagementOTA

Airbnb

In-market Host Acquisition Specialist

Jul 2016 – May 2018 · 1 yr 10 mos · Kerala, India

Responsible for onboarding and activating new hosts and listings across Kerala. Ensured quality standards through profile verification, listing audits, and host training.
Delivered hands-on dashboard training, supported account setup, and guided hosts on pricing, availability, and guest communication. Played an active role in building and nurturing the Airbnb host community in the region.
Also a Superhost on Airbnb since 2016, bringing first-hand hosting experience into host education and support.

Thekkady homestay

Host

Dec 2015 – Present · 10 yrs 5 mos · Thekkady

Co-owner and host of a family-run homestay in Thekkady. I work closely with my father to generate additional income by professionally managing spare rooms and guest experiences.
This venture marked my entry into the hospitality industry. Over the years, we have hosted 2000+ guests from around the world, earning consistent recognition for service quality, cleanliness, and guest satisfaction.
Highlights:
Airbnb Superhost
Goibibo: Gostays
Tripadvisor: Certificate of Excellence
Booking.com: Traveller Review Award

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Internship

May 2015 – Jul 2015 · 2 mos · Greater Coimbatore Area

Worked on a survey-based data analysis project focused on transforming unstructured data into structured, actionable insights. Assisted in data cleaning, organization, and analysis to identify patterns and derive meaningful results for reporting and decision-making.