One More Scoop with Amit Saberwal

Amit Saberwal is the Founder and CEO of RedDoorz, Southeast Asia’s largest and fastest-growing online hotel management and booking platform.

He began his career in the traditional hospitality industry at notable hotels across India. Then, he joined the travel tech scene with India’s largest online travel company, makemytrip.com, where he was the Chief Business Officer – Hotel and International Markets. In his role, he played a key part in the leadership team that was instrumental in shaping the company, growing it to IPO stage in three years and getting it listed on NASDAQ in 2010 with 85,000 properties globally.

Founded in 2015, RedDoorz has grown into a regional powerhouse with operations in Singapore, Indonesia and the Philippines– with a vision to build the region’s leading new-generation multi-brand accommodations platform. This new multi-brand approach comprises affordable, popular economy brands, lifestyle concepts, and in-demand long-term stays.

Topics:

[00:03:45] - Importance of family influence

[00:06:04] - Diving to see unique aquatic animals

[00:12:21] - Transitioning from traditional hotels to an online travel company

[00:19:03] - Embrace new opportunities and take risks

[00:24:22] - Entrepreneurship requires decisive decision-making

[00:34:11] - Adaptation is key for success

[00:36:27] - Resilience and alignment drive success

[00:42:33] - Value: Clear direction, strong leadership

[00:50:25] - Reading and movies as escapism

[00:55:10] - Making a meaningful impact quietly

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