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Gautam Sharma

President
Global Vision Hotels

Gautam Sharma is the President of Global Vision Hotels, where he leads the company’s strategic growth, hotel development, and operational excellence. He has played a key role in the expansion and development of the enVision Hotels brand, successfully repositioning properties, enhancing guest experiences, and driving revenue growth across the portfolio. With extensive expertise in hotel operations, sales, and asset optimization, Gautam is dedicated to creating long-term value for owners, investors, and associates. His leadership emphasizes innovation, quality, and sustainable growth, establishing Global Vision Hotels as a respected leader in hotel ownership, development, and management.

Mandy Murry

Founder
Murry Hotel Advisory & Stewardship

Mandy Murry leads Murry Hotel Advisory & Stewardship and serves independent hotels as a fractional COO and CMO. She fixes revenue leaks, tightens operations, sharpens brand, and upgrades guest experience with operator-level discipline. She has owned a boutique hotel, run the floor as a GM, and led from the kitchen as an Executive Chef. A three-time cancer survivor, she brings humanity, clarity, and real authority to every room she touches.

Rafael Blanes

Chief Growth Officer
Cloudbeds

Vipul Dayal

President
VNR MGMT, LLC

Vipul Dayal is President and CEO of VNR Management and General Manager of Hotel 1550 SFO Airport, where he leads hotel operations, revenue strategy, and business development. A recognized leader in the hospitality industry, Vipul serves on the California Hotel & Lodging Association Board of Directors and has held leadership roles with AAHOA, including chairing its Independent Hoteliers Committee. He is passionate about helping independent hotels compete through innovation, technology, and operational excellence while mentoring fellow entrepreneurs. His work is driven by a commitment to building lasting businesses, developing strong teams, and creating a meaningful impact in both hospitality and education.