Award Winning Hotelier, Restauranteur & Water Sustainability Philanthropist

Ashish is deeply committed to driving positive change in the world through passion for water sustainability, award-winning hospitality ventures, and innovative tech investments.

Climate Action & Water Sustainability

Ashish is a recognised ESG thought leader and as Vice Chairman & Co-Founder, Gurujal, he has led the rejuvenation of 200 lakes and ponds.

Hospitality Trailblazer

Founder of iconic brands: WhiskySamba, Antares Restaurant & Beachclub, Mademoiselle French Boutique Hotel, Dimsum Bros., The Wine Company, Yo! China to mention a few. His acclaimed awards include: GQ ‘Best Bars’, CondeNast ‘Best Beach Club’, Business Week ‘Asia’s Best Young Entrepreneurs’, India Today ‘Young Achiever of the Year’, CNBC TV 18 ‘Young Turks’, Times of India ‘Restaurateur of the Year’, Vogue ‘Best Restaurants’, Cosmopolitan ‘Best Restaurants’, Travel & Leisure ‘Featured Boutique Hotel’, Lifestyle Asia ‘Best Boutique Hotel’.

Luxury Consultant | Web Series Anchor

Ashish has hosted an OTT series ‘Connoisseur Conversations’ on News 9 Plus. He is an advisor to global luxury brands, elevating India’s wine & luxury whisky market.

Education & Background

Ashish has a degree in electronics and telecom engineering from the prestigious McGill University in Canada, where he was honored with a Scarlet Key, the university’s highest leadership award. His early career journey encompassed vital roles with GE Capital & GE Private Equity in both India and North America.