Dr. Nimish G. Patel is a physician, private equity investor, and serial entrepreneur with a proven track record of building high-performing businesses at the intersection of hospitality, healthcare, and real estate. As the Founder and Managing Principal of HBS Investment Group, Dr. Patel leads a dynamic investment platform focused on acquiring, repositioning, and optimizing branded hotel assets across the United States.
Dr. Patel’s journey began at the University of Louisville, where he earned dual degrees in Chemistry and Business Management, laying the foundation for his rare ability to merge data-driven thinking with strategic execution. Recognizing the growing opportunity in the hospitality space, he later completed executive training in Hotel Real Estate Investments and Asset Management at Cornell University, deepening his expertise in asset performance, deal structuring, and brand partnerships.
Over the past decade, Dr. Patel has successfully led multiple hotel acquisitions and turnarounds, including flagship properties under the Hilton, Marriott, and IHG umbrellas. His operational playbook is driven by proprietary systems including HBS CARES—a performance framework built around Cost Control, Asset Management, Revenue Optimization, Empowerment & Empathy, and Satisfaction—and SHEW A LOU A DO, a guest engagement philosophy that transforms frontline hospitality into meaningful brand experiences. These systems have become cultural pillars across his portfolio, contributing to increased guest satisfaction, labor efficiency, and NOI growth.
With a background as a board-certified physician, Dr. Patel brings a unique level of precision, empathy, and discipline to every venture. His ventures reflect his core values: operational excellence, financial stewardship, and a deep belief that kindness is the most undervalued capital in business.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Dr. Patel serves on the advisory boards of several nonprofit and private organizations, and is the founder of One & A Quarter, a global initiative committed to promoting empathy, wellness, and human connection.
