An Owners-First Hospitality Advisory Team

Ms. Jadhav is a founding partner of LHM. She has been an experienced executive and partner in the hotel industry for 16 years. She has strategically expanded corporate business from Delaware to the Washington D.C. market to capitalize on growth catalyzed by the U.S. federal government and its supporting of private industry. Ms. Jadhav has led LLC partnerships in hospitality companies to achieve maximum return for investors (Warrenton, VA, returned 328% to investors over 5 years after investing $1mm in renovations in 2005-2006). She brings her corporate capital finance experience from Salomon Smith Barney/Citigroup Global Markets (now Morgan Stanley) to LHM. She was part of the Corporate Cash Management team in the San Francisco branch while managing $400M in fixed-income investments for companies in Silicon Valley. Ms. Jadhav has a passion for hospitality and finance and is currently a Co-Founder and Managing Partner of multiple LLCs in the hospitality and real estate market.

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As a CFP® and member of the ABA, Ms. Jadhav is uniquely qualified to head the LHM Finance team and guide Exit Strategy and Property Acquisition.

As Co-Founder and COO, James Fair oversees operations, capital improvement projects, revenue strategy, and sales. With over 16 years in hospitality, he is known for his analytical expertise and ability to drive growth.

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With a strong background in hotel development, James has led numerous capital improvement projects and renovations, generating millions in revenue. He successfully navigated challenges such as supply chain disruptions and inflation during 2020–2021, ensuring project success. His prior experience includes overseeing award-winning properties recognized as Best New Hotel, #1 Hotel in the Northeast within its Brand, and General Manager of the Year.

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Beyond development, he oversees newly constructed and acquired hotels, building key vendor relationships and implementing tailored sales and marketing strategies. He also manages financial planning; including budgeting, P&L oversight, payroll, and revenue optimization.

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An active industry leader, James currently serves on several Franchise Owner Councils, collaborating with brand executives to maximize operations and enhance guest experiences. His commitment to innovation, efficiency, and guest satisfaction continues to drive the growth and success of LHM, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the hospitality industry.