Founder - Locale Homestays
(2024-08)
Founded Locale Homestays to connect travellers with soulful, character-rich vacation homes and empower homeowners to succeed in short-term rentals. Grew the platform to 400+ curated homestays across India — including boutique villas, farm stays, eco-retreats, and heritage cottages. I led end-to-end operations and I'm building a trusted ecosystem of hosts and guests with a vision to simplify homestays across India.
- Business development & property consultation
- OTA listing & guest management
- Brand strategy, pricing, and digital marketing
- Exclusive property partnerships & influencer campaigns
- Team & vendor coordination across content, service, and operations
Consultant Freelancer - White Lotus Interior Studio
(2025-04)
- Drove growth for a high-end interior design firm by leading client acquisition, sales strategy, and design consultations.
- Delivered design solutions combining aesthetic value with rental profitability for homestays, residences, cafeterias, restaurants, and office spaces.
- Built and expanded a strong client portfolio, developing and closing high-value deals through strategic sales planning and negotiation.
- Leveraged data-driven insights to forecast trends, refine offerings, and enhance customer experience.
General Manager - Boho Xperience
(2023-09 - 2024-12)
- Led cross-functional teams across Property Acquisition, Marketing and Sales to drive business growth and operational excellence.
- Directed high-performing teams with a focus on clear goals, accountability, and results Spearheaded acquisition and revenue strategies, consistently exceeding targets
- Streamlined backend operations, optimising sales tracking and reporting systems
- Shaped dynamic brand and marketing strategies to boost visibility and engagement
- Drove portfolio growth through strategic property partnerships and acquisitions
- Aligned resource allocation with business goals to support scalable expansion
- Leveraged data to guide decisions, improve efficiency, and maximize ROI
Market Manager - Loft Of Space
(2023-05 - 2023-09)
- Revamped pricing strategy for hourly rentals, driving a 900% increase in short-term rental collaborations and improving profitability and guest satisfaction.
- Acquired and onboarded a wide range of properties, aligning with customer expectations and brand standards.
- Improved backend and listing workflows, enhancing operational efficiency, brand consistency, and user experience through cross-functional collaboration.
- Introduced a property photography and design protocol, ensuring consistent visual identity across listings.
- Build strong host relationships through transparent communication, boosting retention and operational alignment.
Product Growth Manager - Hood Escape
(2020-09 - 2023-05)
- Orchestrated growth across Product, Marketing, Tech, and Analytics teams, aligning on growth goals and optimizing acquisition strategies.
- Acquired and onboarded 100 diverse properties (eco-homes, luxury tents, glamping units, heritage fort), curating a high-impact portfolio blending sustainability and luxury.
- Developed data-driven strategies to improve acquisition, engagement, and retention by analyzing user behavior and performance metrics.
- Designed targeted campaigns, improving funnel conversion and boosting lifetime value.
- Executed A/B tests and product optimizations to refine UX, validate growth hypotheses, and enhance product-market fit.
Real Estate Sales & Hospitality - Sanctity Ferme
(2020-06 - 2021-09)
- Identified emerging trends in agricultural land real estate and generated leads through property sales management platforms.
- Generated ₹2.5 Cr in agricultural real estate sales post-COVID by leveraging market insights and targeted sales tactics.
- Developed and managed a comprehensive client database, crafting targeted sales strategies to attract new investors and drive business growth.
- Streamlined revenue-to-expenditure processes across farm departments, ensuring operational efficiency and maximizing profitability.
- Enhanced client experience by personally introducing properties, hosting investors, and ensuring seamless visits.
In - market Host Acquisition Specialist - Airbnb
(2019-11 - 2020-06)
- Host Account Manager (Bangalore, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala & Andra Pradesh Markets): Managed over 200 Airbnb host accounts, with a focus on Bangalore and its peripheral leisure markets. Spearheaded strategic initiatives to identify and onboard unique properties across South of India. Tracked key performance metrics, including conversion rates, lead sources, and host retention, leveraging data insights to optimise host acquisition and drive performance improvements.
- Market Expansion & Supply Growth: Led efforts to expand property supply and onboard revenue managers for both long and short-term stays, supporting Airbnb's expansion into the hospitality sector. Collaborated on initiatives to enhance the supply chain, aligning with business objectives.
- Gap Analysis & Market Benchmarking: Conducted gap analyses to benchmark the Indian property supply against global standards, identifying opportunities to enhance the search-to-book ratio. Developed strategies to improve listing performance, thereby increasing revenue for the company.
Community Outreach Specialist - Sanctity Ferme
(2019-03 - 2019-11)
- Led stakeholder engagement efforts and developed strategic communication plans for farmland development projects.
- Executed outreach initiatives, leveraging expertise in farmland real estate communication and community relations to build strong partnerships and foster community support.
Community Manager - Kings Equestrian Club
(2019-02 - 2019-08)
- Fostered a vibrant and engaged community through strategic communication across social media, newsletters, events, and photography.
- Developed compelling visual content to showcase club activities, increasing visibility and member engagement.
- Executed targeted campaigns to promote offerings, driving member participation and event attendance.
Property Manager - Zostel
(2018-12 - 2019-02)
- Oversaw daily property operations, including check-ins, check-outs, room assignments, housekeeping, cleanliness, maintenance, and supply levels.
- Provided excellent guest service, addressing inquiries, complaints, and feedback promptly.
- Recruited, trained, and managed staff, fostering a positive work environment for efficient operations.
- Oversaw property budget, preparing financial reports, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and implementing strategies to optimize profitability.
- Ensured adherence to local regulations and safety standards, managing emergency situations effectively.
Tour Manager - Tantra Adventurez
(2017-05 - 2018-09)
- Organized and coordinated all aspects of group travel, including logistics, accommodations, transportation, and activities, ensuring seamless experiences.
- Developed custom itineraries, managed vendor relationships, and negotiated favorable terms.
- Ensured client safety and satisfaction, providing continuous support and resolving problems promptly.
- Generated sales by promoting adventure travel packages and upselling additional services, contributing to business growth.
Front Office Manager - Trip Sutra
(2013-05 - 2016-05)
- Managed reservations and provided exceptional customer service, handling inquiries, processing bookings, and resolving issues.
- Coordinated effectively with Sales, Operations, and Finance to streamline processes and ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Handled comprehensive travel-related tasks, including itinerary planning, ticketing, and visa processing.
- Maintained and updated records in the reservation system, monitoring booking trends and client preferences.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
