Black Rock Hotels & Resorts has appointed Gaurav Mudgal as its Managing Director, marking a significant leadership milestone as the company enters its next phase of growth. The appointment comes as Black Rock accelerates its expansion into larger luxury resorts, destination hotels and owner-focused management solutions, while strengthening its presence across Rajasthan and other high-potential leisure destinations.
As Managing Director, Gaurav Mudgal will lead the company’s strategic growth, business development, owner relations, operational performance and expansion into larger hospitality assets. He will also play a key role in strengthening BlackRock’s management solutions for hotel owners and driving sustainable long-term growth.
With more than 22 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Gaurav Mudgal specializes in pre-opening commercial strategy and full hotel operations, with expertise spanning revenue management, sales, distribution, and marketing. He has helped hotel owners build commercially successful hospitality assets by integrating revenue management and commercial planning into the development process from day one. Before joining BlackRock Hotels & Resorts, he held leadership positions at Fairmont Jaipur and InterContinental Hotels Group.
Commenting on his appointment, Gaurav Mudgal, Managing Director, Black Rock Hotels & Resorts, said: “Black Rock has witnessed remarkable growth over the last few years, and we are now entering a phase where scale, strategic planning and execution will define our success. Our focus will be on expanding our portfolio of luxury resorts, destination hotels and experiential hospitality assets while strengthening our management solutions for hotel owners. We also want to partner with owners from the earliest stages of development, helping them create commercially successful hospitality assets through strong planning, revenue strategy and operational excellence. I look forward to working closely with our team to create long-term value for our owners, guests and stakeholders.”
Anshul Bhargava, Founder & Chairman, Black Rock Hotels & Resorts, said: “Gaurav has played a pivotal role in Black Rock’s growth journey. His deep understanding of commercial strategy, hotel operations and owner expectations makes him the ideal leader to guide the company through its next phase of expansion. As we continue to scale our portfolio with larger hospitality assets and destination-led developments, his leadership will be instrumental in delivering long-term value for our partners and strengthening BlackRock’s position in the market.”
The company expects continued growth across Rajasthan and other high-potential leisure destinations, with a strategic focus on luxury resorts, destination wedding venues, wildlife hospitality and large experiential properties. With a growing portfolio, a strong development pipeline, and an experienced leadership team, Black Rock Hotels & Resorts is positioning itself for the next chapter of its expansion in India’s rapidly evolving hospitality sector.
