Rupesh “Rup” Patel

CEO

Orlando, Florida, United States26 yrs 9 mos experience

Highly Stable

Key Highlights

Experienced hotel franchisee with major brand partnerships.
Founder of innovative hospitality solutions enhancing guest experiences.
Advocate for creativity and fun in business operations.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Hospitality and SaaS entrepreneur focused on enhancing guest experiences and operational efficiency.

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Skills

Core Skills

Hospitality ManagementEntrepreneurshipOperations ManagementCustomer ServiceConsultancyDigital Design

Other Skills

Hotel ManagementInvestment PropertiesHotelsEntertainment IndustryHospitalityOnline PresenceTechnology ManagementMarketingOnline MarketingMarketing StrategySocial MediaCustomer SatisfactionSocial Media MarketingYield ManagementE-commerce

About

Hey I’m Rupesh — a U.S.-based hotel franchisee and entrepreneur with a passion for creating unforgettable guest experiences. I own, operate and invest in hotels under major brands including Hilton, Marriott, Hyatt, Choice Hotels, and others brands across the US & Bahamas. Beyond hospitality, I’ve built ventures in marketing, events, and lifestyle brands. As founder of Daylite and SmartGuests.com, I focus on helping hotels grow revenues, boost guest satisfaction, and elevate their brand presence. I share my insights on hospitality, entrepreneurship, and mindset across podcasts, media outlets, and industry platforms. At the end of the day, I believe business should be fun, creative, and people-first.

Experience

26 yrs 9 mos

Total Experience

16 yrs 3 mos

Average Tenure

12 yrs 11 mos

Current Experience

Matrix hotels

Advisor

Jan 2022 – Present · 4 yrs 5 mos · United States · Hybrid

Rupesh.co

Hotelier + Investor + DJ/Producer + Hospitality & Hotel Industry Advocate

Sep 2019 – Present · 6 yrs 9 mos · Orlando, Florida Area

EntrepreneurshipHospitality ManagementHotel ManagementInvestment PropertiesHotelsEntertainment Industry

Privately held companies

Prefer Partners

Apr 2017 – Present · 9 yrs 2 mos · United States

I invest in real estate & hospitality assets.
Have an opportunity? Send me a direct message.

Smartguests.com - creative hospitality tools

Founder

Jul 2013 – Present · 12 yrs 11 mos · Orlando - Daytona Beach, Florida

At SmartGuests.com, we offer customer service solutions that improve your guest interactions, feedback and service scores. Our tools, strategies and consultancy has helped our clients greatly improve their awareness, online presence and revenues. Our team is dedicated to ensure your business thrives online and in your local area. Learn more about our tools and service at www.smartguests.com
Recent Clients: Hilton, Marriott, IHG, Choice Hotels, Wyndham Hotels and many independent hotels.
Hampton Inn, Residence Inn by Marriott, Hyatt, Holiday Inn Express, Best Western Plus, Comfort Inn & Suites, Homewood Suites, Howard Johnson, Super 8, Days Inn, Microtel, Quality Inn, Red Roof Inn, La Quinta, Sleep Inn, Ramada, Homewood Suites, Rosen Hotels & Resorts, Courtyard, StayBridge Suites, IHG and many independent hotels.