Purvi Panwala is a trailblazing hotelier and Co-Founder of PPM Corporation USA, where she leads a diverse portfolio of boutique hotels, driving innovation and growth. With a proven track record in hotel repositioning, development, and management, she has been recognized as one of Hotel Management Magazine's 30 Most Influential Women.A passionate advocate for hotel owners, Purvi regularly participates in legislative summits, testifies at NYC City Hall, and meets with legislators in Washington, D.C. to champion issues related to hospitality and tourism. She was selected to represent Pennsylvania hotel owners at the White House Rose Garden and has spoken at prestigious events, including BITAC, Cornell University, and The Wall Street Journal.Purvi is also dedicated to community service, serving on the Board of United Way and supporting Habitat for Humanity. As an adjunct professor at American University, she shares her knowledge with the next generation. She holds a Business Administration degree from Drexel University, along with specialized certifications from Cornell, American University, and the Small Business Administration.Outside of her professional endeavors, Purvi is an avid thrill-seeker. In November 2024, she hiked for nine days to reach Everest Base Camp in Nepal—an achievement undertaken by only 30,000 people annually.She is a dedicated business professional, striving to gather, analyze and implement strategies within the workplace to achieve optimum performance within the brand effectively. Purvi uses diverse business experiences and open-minded perspectives to collaborate with fellow colleagues and collectively grow as leading professionals.“Success in business requires training and discipline and hard work. But if you’re notfrightened by these things, the opportunities are just as great today as they ever were.”–David Rockefeller