Mehr Insights

Learn what hotel owners should assess before a hotel brand conversion, from PIP costs and revenue disruption to ramp time, fees, and exit value. .

A hotel acquisition can look profitable until deferred maintenance, weak brand terms, expensive debt, or poor operations begin eroding the return. Knowing what to look for when buying a hotel means testing every assumption against the property’s current income, physical condition, market demand, and future capital needs. That review shows where value can be created, where risk is being hidden, and where the deal may need to be renegotiated or rejected. Current market growth c

From Operational Neglect to 61% Gross Revenue Growth Hotel performance depends on daily operating discipline. When Mehr Consultancy stepped into a La Quinta by Wyndham property, the hotel had strong location potential but weak systems, deferred maintenance, and inconsistent operational controls. The property sat near a small airport, giving it access to steady demand. But the previous operator failed to capture that market. Maintenance issues, reactive repairs, weak housekeep

Each quarter, we highlight one General Manager whose leadership, performance, and dedication to their team stand out across our portfolio. This quarter, we are proud to recognize Celestina Feazel, General Manager of Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott in Pecos, Texas, as Mehr’s GM of the Quarter.

From Monthly Capital Injections to $6M in Gross Revenue Hospitality management requires tight financial controls and accountability. When Mehr Consultancy took over this 128-room Marriott property, the hotel was a liability. The owner funded monthly capital injections just to keep the doors open. Within three months, we reached profitability. By the end of year one, the property hit $6M in annual revenue, over $1M more than projected. Snapshot Brand: Courtyard by Marriott Ass

GOP Increased from 9% to 40% in Six Months Hospitality management needs precision. This 305-room Embassy Suites was operating at only 9% GOP under the previous owner and management firm. When Mehr came in with new ownership in December 2024, the team implemented a lean operation that brought the GOP to above 40% within 6 months. Snapshot Brand: Hilton Asset Type: Full Service Rooms: 305 Time to Profitability: 1 month The Challenge: A Failing Asset with No Oversight Before Meh

150% ROI in 3 Years Stable markets like college towns offer significant upside when paired with the right management and investment team. Mehr identified Holiday Inn Express as an undervalued asset held back by high expenses and inconsistent sales tracking. The property was acquired for $8.8M, then Mehr executed a three-year value-creation plan. Snapshot Brand: IHG Total Equity: $2M (5 Investors) Total Purchase Price: $8.8M Minimum Investment Per Investor: $200K-$500K Hold Pe

Mehr Consultancy is proud to welcome Hilton Garden Inn Visalia to the portfolio, expanding presence into California’s Central Valley and marking another strategic property under management. Located in Visalia near major transportation routes and key points of interest such as Visalia Mall and the Convention Center, the hotel serves business and leisure travelers with a mix of convenient amenities and an accessible location. With stable fundamentals and a guest-centric service

As hotel portfolios grow, owners often reach a point where managing every detail alone becomes harder to sustain. In the May 2026 issue of Today’s Hotelier, AAHOA’s official magazine, Mehr Consultancy CEO and Co-Founder Harmeet Mann was featured in “The Tipping Point,” an article exploring when hotel owners should consider bringing in third-party management support. The article looks at a challenge many hoteliers know well: growth can create opportunity, but it also creates p

When Harmeet Mann joined Lan Elliott on It’s Personal Stories, the conversation felt less like a pre-scripted interview and more like a real look inside the work, pressure, and people behind hotel management. Harmeet shared how Mehr Consultancy grew from a small idea during early motherhood into a management company supporting nearly 40 hotels across the U.S. She also talked about the lessons that shaped the company’s culture, from building better systems to supporting genera

Strong property leadership shapes team culture, guest experience, and day-to-day performance. At Mehr Consultancy, we are proud to recognize the General Managers who lead with consistency, accountability, and a clear commitment to their people and property. Each quarter, we highlight a General Manager whose leadership stands out across our portfolio. This quarter, we are proud to recognize Elizabeth Prins, General Manager of Fairfield by Marriott Austin/Buda, as Mehr’s GM of

Great leadership drives great hospitality. Our General Managers set the tone for their teams, their properties, and the guest experience, and we are proud to recognize those who consistently lead with care, accountability, and a strong commitment to operational success. Each quarter, we highlight one General Manager whose leadership, performance, and dedication to their team stand out across our portfolio. This quarter, we are proud to recognize Sininta’ London, General Manag

Mehr Consultancy is proud to welcome Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta-Marietta to the portfolio, further strengthening our presence in the Southeast and adding another Hilton-branded asset under management. The property will transition this month. Located in Marietta, just northwest of downtown Atlanta, the hotel benefits from proximity to major corporate offices and key transportation corridors including I-75. Serving both business and leisure travelers, the property offers depe

At this year’s Hunter Conference in March, Mehr Consultancy joined the conversation as a Supporting Sponsor and took part in one of the industry’s most pressing discussions: how AI is actually being used in hotel operations today. That focus aligns closely with the way Mehr approaches growth across its portfolio, with an emphasis on clarity, efficiency, and accountability rather than hype. Mehr’s recent Insights posts consistently frame technology as a tool that supports stro

Technology can help hotel operators move faster, stay organized, and make better decisions. But for Harmeet Mann, the real value still comes down to people. In a new episode of Hotel Tech Insider Podcast from Hotel Tech Report, Mehr Consultancy CEO and Co-Founder Harmeet Mann shares how her team uses technology across its growing portfolio and where she believes hotel leaders need to stay grounded as systems keep changing. From communication and training to accounting and

Mehr Consultancy is proud to welcome Hampton Inn by Hilton Litchfield to the portfolio, further expanding our presence in the Midwest and adding another Hilton-branded asset under management. The property is located at 11 Thunderbird Circle, Litchfield, Illinois. Positioned just off I-55, the hotel offers practical access for both transient and regional travelers. Its location near central Litchfield, Litchfield Municipal Airport, and several Route 66 area attractions suppor

Mehr Consultancy was recently featured in Hotel Business magazine in an article examining the cost of delayed labor reporting in hotel operations. The piece, “ Labor Pains: Why waiting until month’s end is costing hotels more than they realize ,” highlights how waiting for end-of-month labor data can limit a hotel team’s ability to respond in real time. The feature includes insight from Manjot (Manny) Bains, COO of Mehr Consultancy, whose perspective reflects how Mehr appr

Women in hospitality aren’t waiting for the future. They’re building it now. That message was front and center when Mehr Consultancy CEO Harmeet Mann took the stage at ALIS 2026 in Los Angeles and was later featured on Hertelier.com . On January 27, Harmeet joined Wyndham Hotels & Resorts President and CEO Geoff Ballotti for the Meet the Future session, hosted by Jeff Higley for the "Meet the Future" session, hosted by Jeff Higley. The conversation focused on what women's lea

Great leadership drives great hospitality. Our General Managers set the tone for their teams, their properties, and the guest experience, and we are proud to recognize those who consistently lead with integrity, care, and accountability. Each quarter, we highlight one General Manager whose leadership, performance, and commitment to their team stand out across our portfolio. This quarter, we are honored to recognize Roxann Gray , General Manager of Holiday Inn Express & Suite

Mehr Consultancy is proud to welcome the Holiday Inn Fort Worth – Alliance to our growing portfolio, expanding our presence in North Texas and marking our eighth IHG property under management. Located in Fort Worth’s dynamic Alliance corridor, this well-positioned, full-service hotel serves a strong mix of corporate, group, and leisure travelers drawn to the area’s continued economic growth, logistics and distribution activity, and convenient highway access. With solid marke