Episode 22: JS Anand, Leva Hotels
In this episode of the IDEEA Podcast, the host welcomes JS Anand, the founder, and owner of Leva Hotels, known for its presence in the Middle East hospitality market. JS Anand reflects on the unique spirit of Leva Hotels during COVID-19, highlighting their strategic planning, personalized services, advanced technology integration, and distinctive design. He notes that their focus on the Middle East and Africa markets during this period contributed to their survival and expansion. He shares his plans for Leva Hotels in Europe, mentioning potential locations like Greece, Athens, Venice, Austria, Berlin, and Budapest. He emphasizes that Europe requires a different approach due to the diverse cultural and structural factors. He reflects on the unique spirit of Liva Hotels during COVID-19, highlighting their strategic planning, personalized services, advanced technology integration, and distinctive design. He notes that their focus on the Middle East and Africa markets during this period contributed to their survival and expansion. JS shares his plans for Leva Hotels in Europe, mentioning potential locations like Greece, Athens, Venice, Austria, Berlin, and Budapest. He emphasizes that Europe requires a different approach due to the diverse cultural and structural factors. The conversation concludes with an exploration of Leva Hotels' management and potential franchise models. JS expresses his dedication to offering the same level of service and focus whether the brand operates under a management contract or franchise arrangement. The podcast ends with a note of anticipation for the upcoming IDEEA Hospitality Investment Forum in Prague, where JS Anand and Leva Hotels will engage in further discussions.