APPOINTMENT
JLL has announced the appointment of Gaurav Sharma as Managing Director, Hotels India, and Senior Director, Hotels Capital Markets Asia.
Based in Delhi, Gaurav will lead JLL’s Hotels & Hospitality Group across India and report to Nihat Ercan, CEO of JLL’s Hotels & Hospitality Group for Asia Pacific.
With nearly 20 years of experience in real estate and hospitality investment, Gaurav brings extensive financial insight and operational acumen to the table.
Over the years, he has led large-scale hotel transactions, asset acquisitions, and managed diverse portfolios. His background includes leadership roles at The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) and SAMHI Hotels Ltd., where he played a key role in driving strategic expansion and asset performance.
“The sector is seeing renewed investor confidence and a steady rise in capital flows,” said a JLL spokesperson. “Gaurav’s leadership will help us strengthen our advisory and investment capabilities to meet this growing demand.”
In his new role, Gaurav Sharma will focus on driving hotel investments, asset sales, capital markets transactions, and strategic advisory services across key cities including Delhi, Mumbai, and Bangalore. He will also work closely with JLL’s global teams to connect Indian opportunities with international capital.
Reflecting on his new role, Gaurav Sharma said, “India’s hospitality industry is at an inflection point. As travel demand continues to rise and global investors look toward India, there’s tremendous potential to build assets that are both profitable and sustainable. I’m excited to return to JLL at this transformative time.”
Nihat Ercan, CEO of JLL’s Hotels & Hospitality Group, Asia Pacific, added, “Gaurav’s deep market knowledge and transaction experience will be invaluable as we continue to expand our hotel capital markets business across Asia. His leadership will enhance our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes for clients and investors.”
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