About

Thakor Patel is the founder of BHG Hotels, LLC. He serves as the President, directing the company’s development, payroll, and preventive maintenance.

Mr. Patel emigrated from India to Canada in December 1982, where he started off working in a circuit board company. Mr. Patel started off with his first 15-room motel in 1995 in Marion, North Carolina. After that he bought and sold 6 hotels in Canada. In 2008, Mr. Patel and his family moved to Indianapolis, Indiana. Since that time he has expanded his business through Indiana and Georgia.

Mr. Patel leads the BHG Hotel team with morality, ambition, and enthusiasm. These qualities lead to the successful operations of the company.

Mr. Patel is married to Mina Patel and they have a son and a daughter. They currently reside in Atlanta, Georgia. In addition to the enjoyment he receives from leading the company, he also enjoys watching cricket, playing badminton, and spending time with his family.

Mina Patel, is the co-founder of BHG Hotels, LLC, and serves as the Vice President. She has been a major factor in the expansion and success of BHG Hotels.

Mrs. Patel married Mr. Thakor Patel, and arrived to Canada in May 1988. Together they purchased their first 16-room motel in 1995 in Marion, North Carolina. Mrs. Patel provides direction and guidance for the Revenue Management efforts of all BHG Hotels.

Her ambition, courage, and leadership ability is an asset to the company. Mrs. Patel enjoys cooking, shopping, and spending time with her family.

Romi serves as the Vice President of BHG Hotels. His primary responsibility is to oversee all aspects of operations, plays a key role in keeping renovations updated in all BHG properties, and assists with the development and expansion of the company’s hotel portfolio. Romi has been interested in the hospitality industry since a young age- witnessing his parents’ ambition, interning at hotels, and taking the initiative of expanding BHG. Romi graduated from Indiana University prior to joining BHG Hotels in 2011.

Outside of work, Romi enjoys golfing, reading, and working out.

Roshni attended Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis for her Bachelors in Health Services Management, and Mercer University for her Master’s in Public Health. She serves as the Vice President, Administration/Accounting for BHG Hotels. Her key responsibilities include supervision of accounts payable, financial reporting, collection of accounts receivable, and assists in design planning and renovation.

In her free time, Roshni enjoys cooking, traveling, and spending time with her family.
 

Parth holds a Bachelors of Engineering Degree from India and joined BHG Hotels in March 2022. He is responsible for new BHG development projects including hotels, renovation projects, and maintenance remodeling. He has successfully led 3 renovation projects within BHG in a timely manner. 

He assists with the development and implementation process of new renovations/remodeling as per brand standards and acquisitions for the company. Parth enjoys traveling, playing golf and pickleball, and spending time with his wife Roshni.

Al, joined BHG hotels in 2018 as Director of Operations, oversees the BHG hotels growing portfolio and works closely with the management teams at the properties to maintain operating standards and execute daily procedures. A seasoned certified manager in the hotel business, he has held positions including, assistant general manager, general manager and regional manager for the brands of Choice Hotels International. Al obtained a Bachelor of Science degree with a civil engineering from ITU, worked as an engineer for 2 years and he spent over 16-year career in hospitality. He has managed numerous properties ranging from full-service hotels to limited service hotels as operator and manager.

Al loves spending time with his family, fan of Atlanta Thrashers, and plays tennis during his free time.

Horacio Avila was born in Mexico City, Mexico. He has background experience in Plumbing, Electricity, Maintenance, Private Security, and Customer Service. Horacio first joined BHG in September 2021, and serves as a trusted Chief Engineer for the company. He overlooks all Maintenance and Engineering aspects of each property within the Company's portfolio. 

In his free time, Horacio likes to workout and cook. He has had previous experience being a Chef in Mexico City as well.