JLL has announced the appointment of Gaurav Sharma as Head of Hotels & Hospitality Group for India and Senior Director, Hotel Capital Markets, Asia. In this dual role, Gaurav will lead JLL’s hospitality practice across the Indian market, leveraging his vast experience to harness opportunities in the country’s rapidly expanding hotel and tourism ecosystem.
Based in Delhi, Gaurav will report to Nihat Ercan, CEO, JLL’s Hotel & Hospitality Group, Asia Pacific. His return to JLL—where he previously led capital markets for North India from 2006 to 2012—comes at a defining moment for India’s hospitality industry, which continues to witness record-breaking growth.
A Vision Rooted in Experience
“Gaurav’s appointment reinforces JLL’s commitment to deepening our hospitality expertise in India,” said Nihat Ercan, CEO, JLL Hotels & Hospitality Group, Asia Pacific. “His deep market understanding and exceptional transaction experience make him ideally suited to guide our clients through this next phase of growth.”
Ercan further emphasized that Gaurav’s return underscores JLL’s investment in India’s hotel market, supported by dedicated hospitality teams across Mumbai, Delhi, and Bangalore.
Gaurav Sharma: A Track Record of Excellence
With nearly two decades of experience in real estate and hospitality investment, Gaurav Sharma brings a wealth of expertise across asset acquisitions, M&A, fundraising, and strategic portfolio management.
Most recently, he served as Vice President – Real Estate, Head Asset Management & M&A at The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL), leading strategic initiatives across IHCL’s vast real estate portfolio. Prior to that, he spent over a decade as Vice President – Head of Investments at SAMHI Hotels Ltd, where he played a pivotal role in building one of India’s most dynamic hospitality portfolios.
Leading with Purpose and Strategic Vision
“I am thrilled to return to JLL and contribute to the expansion of our hospitality practice in India,” said Gaurav Sharma. “The Indian hospitality sector is entering an exciting phase of growth, and I look forward to working closely with our clients to unlock value and navigate evolving market dynamics with strategic precision.”
