Our Team

Hamant Patel brings more than three decades of hospitality ownership, development, and operational experience to Lotus Hotels. Since acquiring his first property in 1994, a small 24 unit motel, he has grown the company through a disciplined combination of acquisition and ground up development across nationally recognized franchise brands, with particular depth in the Marriott and Hilton brands, having developed multiple concepts within the Marriott portfolio. His development experience spans every phase, from site selection and market feasibility through entitlements, financing, construction, and operations. This hands on expertise, combined with a focus on conservative growth, operational efficiency, and consistent asset performance, has defined Lotus Hotels since its founding.

Beena has over twenty years of hospitality experience with expertise in operations, management, and risk control, including loss prevention and insurance matters. She leads new hotel openings and property oversight, and her team-building and communication strengths play a central role in Lotus Hotels’ culture and core values.

Danielle leads operational execution across properties, with deep multi-brand experience in openings and performance standards.

Jesse leads revenue strategy using analytics, systems, and market insights to guide pricing and topline performance.

Joe joined Lotus Hotels in 2026 and brings nearly two decades of hospitality experience. He earned his Bachelors Degree in Hospitality with a concentration in Hotel and Restaurant Management from MSU Denver. He has grown in his hospitality career through several roles across hotels, restaurants, and food sales, with a strong focus on food and beverage operations, restaurant leadership, bar programming, guest service, and revenue growth. As Corporate Director of Food and Beverage, Joe provides guidance on key F&B objectives such as improving operational execution, developing food and beverage programs, mentoring property-level leaders, enhancing the guest experience, and driving value for owners and investors.

Joan supports operational standards, team development, and portfolio infrastructure across the organization.

Jeff supports development initiatives and project execution across the Lotus Hotels growth pipeline.

Ivana supports revenue management through pricing analysis, market monitoring, and portfolio reporting.

Haley supports corporate operations and property coordination, helping keep portfolio requirements current.