16 min

From Motels to Music: How Owning and Operating Hospitality Businesses Helped Rupesh "Rup" Patel Achieve His Dream of Becoming a DJ Hospitality Daily Podcast

    • Business

In this episode, Rupesh "Rup" Patel shares his story from the early days of his family's first motel to becoming a renowned hospitality owner, operator, and now, a DJ.
How He Got Started: The story of entering the hospitality industry with no prior knowledge and the challenges of operating their first 50-room motel in South Florida.Transition from Reluctance to Passion: Hear about Rupesh's initial reluctance about the hotel business when he was young and how his perspective shifted after joining the family business.The Power of Networking: Learn how Rupesh leveraged his LinkedIn connections to transition from owning and operating motels and hotels to fulfilling his dream of becoming a DJ, performing at top venues worldwide.Balancing Business with Passion: How Rupesh managed to find the freedom of time to pursue his love for music while growing a successful hospitality portfolio.Informed by Hospitality: Get a sneak peek into Rupesh's upcoming DJ performance at the AAHOA conference and how his hospitality background influences his approach to creating memorable experiences through music.Community and Teamwork: Understand the importance of community and teamwork in both the hospitality industry and in pursuing personal passions, as emphasized by Rupesh's collaborative efforts.Whether you're a hospitality professional, an aspiring entrepreneur, or someone looking to balance career with personal passions, this episode offers valuable lessons on growth, networking, and the pursuit of dreams. Rupesh's story is a testament to the power of hard work, community building, and never giving up on what you love. 
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Music by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

In this episode, Rupesh "Rup" Patel shares his story from the early days of his family's first motel to becoming a renowned hospitality owner, operator, and now, a DJ.
How He Got Started: The story of entering the hospitality industry with no prior knowledge and the challenges of operating their first 50-room motel in South Florida.Transition from Reluctance to Passion: Hear about Rupesh's initial reluctance about the hotel business when he was young and how his perspective shifted after joining the family business.The Power of Networking: Learn how Rupesh leveraged his LinkedIn connections to transition from owning and operating motels and hotels to fulfilling his dream of becoming a DJ, performing at top venues worldwide.Balancing Business with Passion: How Rupesh managed to find the freedom of time to pursue his love for music while growing a successful hospitality portfolio.Informed by Hospitality: Get a sneak peek into Rupesh's upcoming DJ performance at the AAHOA conference and how his hospitality background influences his approach to creating memorable experiences through music.Community and Teamwork: Understand the importance of community and teamwork in both the hospitality industry and in pursuing personal passions, as emphasized by Rupesh's collaborative efforts.Whether you're a hospitality professional, an aspiring entrepreneur, or someone looking to balance career with personal passions, this episode offers valuable lessons on growth, networking, and the pursuit of dreams. Rupesh's story is a testament to the power of hard work, community building, and never giving up on what you love. 
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Music by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

16 min

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