ECKO Hotels & Resorts proudly announces the appointment of Ankit Upreti as its Co-founder

ECKO Hotels & Resorts proudly announces the appointment of Ankit Upreti as its Co-founder, marking a significant step in the brand’s journey toward redefining hospitality excellence in India. With this leadership expansion, ECKO reinforces its commitment to exceptional guest experiences, strategic growth, and innovation-driven service.

Bringing over 16 years of expertise in hospitality sales, Ankit Upreti is widely recognized for his ability to cultivate trusted client relationships, drive revenue, and position hotels for long-term success. His career spans multiple regions, where he has led high-performing sales teams across North, West, Central, and South India—consistently enhancing hotel performance in every market. His most notable tenure was with Lemon Tree Hotels, where he specialized in the profitable pre-opening and positioning of new properties. As one of the youngest Cluster Heads of Sales, Ankit managed a portfolio of 21 hotels across Gujarat, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Goa, demonstrating a unique blend of operational acumen and sales strategy.

Beyond his proven sales leadership, Ankit possesses deep operational knowledge across food and beverage, human resources, stores, and finance, ensuring a comprehensive approach to hotel management. His emphasis on continuous learning and his ability to stay ahead of industry trends make him a forward-thinking leader in the evolving hospitality landscape.

Ankit’s strategic vision aligns perfectly with ECKO Hotels & Resorts’ core values of individuality, community, sustainability, and technology-driven excellence. “I am thrilled to co-create ECKO Hotels & Resorts, a brand that stands for individuality, community, sustainability, and technology,” said Ankit Upreti. “As we expand, I’m excited to deliver unique guest experiences and build meaningful connections.”

With his leadership, ECKO Hotels & Resorts is set to accelerate its expansion across India, crafting memorable guest experiences and strengthening its position as a pioneering hospitality brand.