WHO WE ARE

Executive Team

Good management is the art of making problems so interesting and their solutions so constructive that everyone wants to get to work and deal with them.
— Mahatma Gandhi
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Nick Patel, CFO
THE NUMBERS GUY

Nick Patel, CFO

Nick Patel is a seasoned financial executive with over 25 years of experience in managing the financial operations of hotels and commercial real estate. Known as “the numbers guy,” Nick oversees the daily financial operations and investments at G&G with exceptional precision and expertise. He brings a strong work ethic and a deep passion for finance to his work.

Nick’s financial expertise extends beyond his work at G&G. Over the last three years, he has successfully run G&G Capital Partners, a private friends and family fund where he specializes in options trading. His passion for options trading and the markets is palpable, and he is constantly seeking new strategies and techniques to improve his trading skills.

Nick’s extensive experience in hospitality accounting and analysis has given him a strong financial management skill set that is essential to the success of G&G. He has a keen eye for detail and is always looking for ways to improve financial performance. Nick is highly respected in the hospitality industry for his financial expertise, and his contributions to G&G have been invaluable.

Outside of work, Nick is deeply committed to social and health services for children and the community. He is the driving force behind the Reema Foundation, a 501(c) 3 non-profit inspired by his late daughter that helps children with disabilities. Nick’s dedication to the foundation and his passion for making a positive impact on the lives of others is inspiring.

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Manish Patel, COO
THE OPERATOR

Manish Patel, COO

Manish Patel is an accomplished executive with a passion for hospitality that started at a young age, watching his parents run a successful hotel business. This early exposure inspired Manish to start his own career in his 20s, working different roles as a trainee at the Holiday Inn in Surat, Gujarat. Over the next two decades, Manish honed his skills and knowledge, acquiring  the know- how of various roles and responsibilities required to become a successful hotelier.

Today, Manish is a highly meticulous hotelier known for his exceptional ability to establish and maintain high standards of service across all G&G operations. His strong management team, business acumen, and unwavering work ethic ensure the smooth functioning of day-to-day business activities. His deep commitment to his family’s legacy and corporate culture focused on growth have earned him the affectionate nickname of “The Operator.”

Manish’s innovative thinking and passion for hospitality have led him to find the newest and best solutions for operations management, including how to use technology to increase labor productivity. His extensive knowledge and working experience with brand partners have helped him excel in third-party management. Manish is also passionate about helping other hotel owners solve problems and challenges, earning him the respect of his peers and making him an integral part of the hospitality community.

Manish’s ability to build strong operational teams has led to numerous brand recognitions and awards, demonstrating his exceptional management style. His commitment to excellence in the hospitality industry is inspiring, and his dedication to his craft makes him a true leader in the field. When he’s not working, Manish enjoys supporting the Miami Dolphins, coaching his children in various sports, following cricket, and designing hotel projects. With his wealth of experience, expertise, and passion, Manish is one the anchors of G&G Hospitality.

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Hiren Jetha, CDO
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT / INVESTOR MANAGEMENT

Hiren Jetha, CDO

Hiren Jetha is a highly skilled strategist, problem solver, and frank communicator who consistently demonstrates his ability to make effective decisions. Despite facing personal and professional challenges, he has developed a resilience mindset that has helped foster a strong company culture, capable of tackling any business obstacle.

After leaving his aviation business in Los Angeles, Hiren has lived in all three coasts of the country, broadening his perspective and experiences. Alongside his partners Manish and Nick, Hiren played a pivotal role in the establishment of G&G Hospitality in 2012.  The synergistic leveraging of their management and operational expertise, they collectively have refined the company’s approach to working with existing small assets, resulting in the successful structuring of numerous hotel acquisitions and development of new properties that contributed to the expansion of G&G’s portfolio. Hiren is deeply committed to using his successes and failures to help small business owners and entrepreneurs achieve their goals, with a strong desire to pay it forward to the next generation. He is also dedicated to supporting cancer awareness charities and building bridges between communities and cultures through his love of food and socializing, inspired by the late Anthony Bourdain. As a devoted family man, Hiren values the sacrifices his parents made to provide him with a better life. While he is known for his direct, no-nonsense approach, he also possesses a deep sense of compassion and empathy, willing to go the extra mile to help others elevate their mindset and recognizing that we are all a work in progress.

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Adeeb Khaleel
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT / MEDICAL INVESTOR RELATIONS

Adeeb Khaleel

Adeeb is a dedicated professional with extensive experience and knowledge in technology, real estate, and healthcare management. Born and raised in Chicago, he joined G&G Hospitality in 2014 with the aim of finding new efficiencies for the management company, assisting in development projects, and building relationships with a diverse set of medical investors.

As a member of the group’s healthcare asset management team, Adeeb collaborates closely with management and limited partners to evaluate new opportunities for growth. His diverse skill set and strategic mindset have contributed to the success of building many ventures, and building relationships at all levels of an organization.

Adeeb is deeply committed to personal and professional growth, constantly seeking out new challenges and opportunities to develop his skills and experience. He remains humble and always strives to learn from others, recognizing that there is always room for improvement.

When not at work, Adeeb enjoys exploring new places with his wife, working with startups, and giving back to the community. His dedication to both his personal and professional pursuits reflects his passion for success and desire to make a positive impact. Adeeb’s commitment to growth continues to drive his career and contribute to the success of the team.