Team
MHG Hotels, LLC is a family-oriented company, started in 1991 by CEO Sanjay Patel. From Mr. Patel's first property – a Classic Motor Inn in Indianapolis – to its current diverse portfolio of more than $500 million in property development, MHG has always prided itself on creating a supportive environment where employees and company partners alike can thrive.
Sanjay Patel
President/CEO
Sanjay Patel
President/CEO
Sanjay Patel is the founder of MHG Hotels, LLC and serves as President and Chief Executive Officer, directing the company’s development, operations and investments through senior management. Under his vision and leadership, MHG has experienced substantial, positive growth. MHG has received numerous recognitions, including Fairfield Inn by Marriott Platinum and hotel of the Year Awards. Mr. Patel has served on a wide variety of boards and committees.
Mr. Patel, a native of India, came to the Unites States in 1986. He acquired his first hotel in 1991. Since that time he has built and developed 40 hotels throughout the nation, with more projects in the works each day.
Mr. Patel continues to lead MHG with integrity, ambition, and enthusiasm. These qualities lead to the development and successful operations of MHG.
Mr. Patel is married to Ranjan Patel and their sons Hiren and Neal work with them in the business. In addition to the enjoyment he receives from his family and the hospitality industry, Mr. Patel also enjoys running mini-marathons, reading, golfing, fishing, hiking – climbing the Continental Divide was a bucket list event!
Hiren Patel
Vice President
Hiren Patel
Vice President
Hiren serves as President of MHG Apartments, a subsidiary of MHG Hotels, LLC. His primary responsibility is to oversee all aspects of new development and acquisitions for MHG and its subsidiaries, with a focus on MHG Apartments. He works to secure premium locations in high barrier-to-entry markets and ensuring feasibility of providing a luxury product at a competitive price point that results in high returns. Hiren also plays a key role in the renovation process for MHG’s current portfolio. Hiren graduated from Indiana University prior to joining MHG in 2012.
Hiren enjoys hiking, traveling the world and experiencing new cultures. He’s a huge Indianapolis Colts fan and he and wife Sonal love being parents to 2-year-old Naiya and her soon-to-be little brother.
Neal Patel
Vice President
Neal Patel
Vice President
Neal Patel holds a Bachelor of Science Degree from Indiana University and is responsible for securing financing for new MHG development projects, including hotels, apartments and self-storage facilities.
He assists with the development process of new construction and acquisitions for the company. Neal enjoys taking his sports car to rally events, playing basketball and spending time with his wife Brijal and their daughter.
Brijal Patel
Controller
Brijal Patel
Controller
Brijal Patel was born and raised in Atlanta, GA, and holds a degree in mechanical engineering from Georgia Tech. After college, she moved to Indianapolis to join MHG Hotels in 2018.
In her role as controller, Brijal directs accounts payable and oversees the accounting operations for all properties in the hotel portfolio. Her primary responsibilities include managing the accounts, financial reporting and streamlining accounting processes to allow for the expansion of the portfolio.
Brijal likes to travel and paint in her free time. She and husband Neal Patel, a vice president of MHG, are the proud parents of a daughter and enjoy spending time as a family.
Hunter Carmichael
Managing Director
Hunter Carmichael
Managing Director
Hunter Carmichael brings extensive hospitality leadership experience to MHG Hotels, LLC. Throughout his career he has held multiple positions within White Lodging and Marriott International, including Regional Vice President, Regional Director of Operations and Dual General Manager for portfolios spanning Texas, Colorado, Arizona and Florida. Hunter is a process-driven leader who believes passionately in talent development. He lectures at Northern Arizona University, University of Nevada Las Vegas and Texas Tech University, and serves on the Industry Council Board for the NAU School of Hotel & Restaurant Management.
In 2007 Hunter was named Top Recruiter of Outstanding Talent from White Lodging, and has also been awarded General Manager of the Year 2002-2004 and 2012. Hunter is a goal-driven, strategic thinker, who challenges his team to achieve strong results.
Hunter is married and a father of three. He enjoys golf, college football (Go Red Raiders!) and volunteering with Special Olympics.
Andrew Quinto, CHA
Chief Operating Officer
Andrew Quinto, CHA
Chief Operating Officer
Andrew Quinto boasts nearly two decades of operational expertise in the hospitality sector, navigating through prominent brands. His journey began at the front desk, and over the years, he ascended to positions such as General Manager, Regional Director, and Vice President. Andrew's dedication to the field is evident through his Certified Hotel Administrator designation from The American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute (AH&LA) and his Certification in Hotel Industry Analytics (CHIA). Notably, he has contributed to the Under 30 Council of the AH&LA and the Board of Directors of the Connecticut Lodging Association, while garnering multiple awards from various management companies and earning a coveted spot among Hotel Management's Thirty Under 30 honorees.
In his free time, he enjoys photography and capturing the unique moments of life. Andrew practices Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, where he currently holds a blue belt from a Carlson Gracie affiliate. When not on the mats or behind the lens, Andrew can be found at home with his dogs or traveling the world, seeking out the best tacos whereever he is.
Aaron Goodwin
Senior Vice President, Operations
Aaron Goodwin
Senior Vice President, Operations
Aaron’s passion is to inspire people to be the best version of themselves by creating a competitive, revenue-generating mindset and culture. His love for hospitality began at Northwood University in Midland, Michigan where he graduated with a BBA in Hospitality Management. Upon graduation, Aaron launched his sales career in Sterling Heights, MI, as a Business Travel Sales Manager. With a passion for growth, he relocated to Colorado and then again to California. Prior to joining MHG Hotels Aaron was a Senior Sales Manager for the Marriott and DoubleTree properties in Del Mar, CA.
On the personal side, Aaron has a beautiful wife, Kristen, an amazing daughter, Kai, and the best dog in the world, Winslow. Aaron enjoys spending time with his awesome neighbors, working on self-improvement projects, and taking weekend walks through Lowe’s.
Ashley Jacobs
Vice President, Operations
Ashley Jacobs
Vice President, Operations
Ashley is a highly motivated and results-driven Hospitality professional with nearly 2 decades of experience in both sales and operations. As a graduate of Northwood University where she earned her BBA in hospitality management, Ashley uncovered her passion for the hospitality industry. Her career began working the front desk of a 30 room hotel on her college campus and continued onward through 6 different states holding roles from Area Director of Sales & Marketing to Area General Manager. Throughout her tenure Ashley has worked for various brands from Marriott and Hilton, leading numerous renovations, openings and acquisitions with companies such as White Lodging & Aimbridge Hospitality.
When outside of work, Ashley enjoys creating memories and spending quality time with those she loves. She loves traveling and is a perpetual tourist who loves exploring new places.
Alicia Clark
Vice President, Revenue Management
Alicia Clark
Vice President, Revenue Management
Alicia Clark is a veteran of the hospitality industry, having worked with brands including Marriott, IHG, Choice and Hilton, among others. She has held numerous roles at both the hotel and corporate levels in the areas of Front Office, Sales, Reservations and Revenue Management. Her strengths include revenue management analysis and system analysis and management.
Prior to joining MHG, Alicia was Director of Revenue Management for a multi-branded hotel portfolio of more than 50 properties. Alicia provides direction and guidance for the Revenue Management efforts of all MHG hotels. She attended DePauw University.
Outside of work, Alicia serves as a key member of leadership in her home church where she enjoys managing operations and teaching and leading people. Alicia also enjoys writing and spending time with her two sons, Nathaniel and Caleb.
Camille Kauffeld, SHRM-CP
Vice President of Human Resources
Camille Kauffeld, SHRM-CP
Vice President of Human Resources
Camille Kauffeld’s hospitality career with Marriott International, White Lodging, and MHG Hotels has given her a strong background in guidance, encouragement, and finding common ground in her work leading MHG's human resources, as well as her previous positions in executive administrative support and sales coordination.
Camille graduated with honors from Southern New Hampshire University with a Bachelor of Arts in general education coupled with a sociology concentration. She believes this foundation provides her with the skills necessary to understand team members’ needs and assess situations through many different lenses. She is committed to helping people reach their goals and believes, as Nelson Mandela is quoted as saying, "It always seems impossible until it's done."
Camille finds joy in outdoor pursuits such as summiting a mountain peak or taking in a sunset at the beach, as well as simple pleasures like learning something new and spending time with her family.
Cassidy Wood
Regional Director, Sales
Cassidy Wood
Regional Director, Sales
Cassidy Wood graduated from Purdue University with a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management. Boiler Up! Her hospitality career began in events, having worked as an event coordinator at a wedding venue. Cassidy had transitioned into the hotel industry back in 2018, starting with MHG as a Sales Coordinator. She quickly made her way through several promotions and earned Sales Manager of the Year in 2019. Throughout her time with MHG, Cassidy has worked at most of the hotels in the portfolio and assisted in the training and development of many other sales leaders, recently earning her own promotion into the regional role.
Outside of work, Cassidy enjoys a variety of hobbies including traveling to new places, indoor rock climbing, reading, being outdoors, working on home improvement projects with her boyfriend, and spending quality time with their two cats.
Lance Taylor
Corporate Director, Operations
Lance Taylor
Corporate Director, Operations
Lance began his hotel career by Valet parking vehicles in college, where he steadily worked his way up the ladder to become a General Manager at prestigious hotel brands like Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt. Most recently, Lance served as the General Manager at Hyatt House Austin Downtown, demonstrating his leadership and expertise in the industry as well as serving on the Board of Directors for the Red River Cultural District.
Lance Taylor is a native Texan and his journey has taken him from Dallas, TX, where he was born and raised, to Austin, Texas and now to Indianapolis. In his free time, Lance enjoys spending time with his wife and three children. Lance can often be found following his favorite Dallas sports teams as well as playing Golf, being outdoors and traveling. Lance is a proud University of Texas Longhorn – Hook ‘em!