Parimal Thakor

About Parimal Thakor

At Maya Hotels, growth is personal. Every project, every hire, and every decision is rooted in care for guests, team members, communities, and partners.Parimal co-leads Maya Hotels with Krishna Deva, shaping strategy, strengthening culture, and guiding the company’s next chapter. Together, they carry forward a legacy built by family and fueled by values.Parimal leads execution across all development, renovation, and capital projects. From site selection to final delivery, he brings clarity, discipline, and purpose to the process. At every stage, he ensures that each project reflects the company’s values and standards of excellence.He plays a key role in investment planning and brand alignment, helping position each property for long-term success. Whether evaluating a new opportunity or refining a prototype, he brings a thoughtful approach that keeps the guest and team experience at the center. Every detail is designed to reflect Maya Hotels\' commitment to excellence.Known for his decisiveness, consistency, and high expectations, Parimal is focused on building more than hotels. He is helping shape places people are proud to visit, work in, and partner with. Places built with care and designed to last.

Experience

1. Co-chief Executive Officer

   Maya Hotels

   Sep 2025 — Present · Charlotte, NC, US

   Leads development, renovation, and capital project execution across the Maya Hotels portfolio, directing multiple capital improvement initiatives including brand-driven PIPs and asset repositioning strategies. Manages the full development lifecycle from site selection and feasibility through franchise alignment, design, and construction, while leading procurement strategy and cost management efforts that balance brand requirements with owner returns. Works across internal teams and external partners, including brands, architects, contractors, and consultants, to drive execution and accountability, plays a key role in shaping portfolio strategy, project prioritization, and long-term investment decisions, and serves as a culture builder within the company by helping reinforce values, alignment, and a people-first leadership approach.

Education

• Michigan State University

  Bachelor's Degree with Honors, Hospitality Business

  2002 — 2006

Skills

• Financial Analysis
• Real Estate Development
• Hospitality Management
• Hotel Management
• Project Planning
• Financial Accounting
• Hotel Design
• Revenue Analysis
• Location Intelligence
• Business Development
• Hospitality
• Front Office
• Management
• Contract Negotiation
• Pre-Opening
• Lodging
• Food & Beverage
• Hotel Asset Management
• Customer Service
• Construction Management
• Hospitality Industry
• Real Estate Financing
• Architectural Design
• Hotels