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RAJA GOPAAL IYER

VETERAN HOTELIER | AUTHOR | CHEF | MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER | PHILANTHROPIST

42 Years of Hospitality Excellence

Author & Motivational Speaker

Chef • Mentor • Philanthropist

42 YEARS IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY

🏨 HOTELIER

📖 AUTHOR

👨‍🍳 CHEF

🎤 SPEAKER

New Book Release

Launch of the latest hospitality leadership book.

Recent Keynote

Conference keynote on leadership and hospitality.

CSR Impact

Community projects and social initiatives.

Culinary Concepts

Creative dishes and modern culinary experiences.

Leadership Highlights

42+ Years of Leadership in Hospitality & Tourism

Group CEO, UDS Group of Hotels

Founder, Raj Hospitality

Founder, Ocean Love – Beach & Marine Environment Protection Council

Director, Young SKÅL India

Former President, SKÅL International Trivandrum

Former Member, Board of Governors, IHMCT, Kovalam

International Hospitality Consultant, Brand Strategist & Corporate Trainer

Key Achievements

Lifetime Achievement Award for Excellence in Hospitality

Best CEO of the Year – Hospitality India Travel Awards

Recipient of the Honorary Doctorate (Ph.D. h.c.) in Hospitality & Tourism Management

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Professional Excellence Award

Multiple World Luxury Hotel, Haute Grandeur and SATA recognitions

Author of multiple books on hospitality, leadership and culinary arts

Holder of three world records and several international culinary recognitions

Led UDS Group properties to numerous national and international hospitality awards

WELCOME

A Lifetime Dedicated to Hospitality & Humanity

With over four decades of experience, I have had the privilege of building iconic hotels, mentoring hospitality professionals, creating culinary experiences, sharing stories through books and giving back through meaningful CSR initiatives.

"Hospitality is more than delivering exceptional service — it is about creating memorable experiences, empowering people, protecting our environment, and building a legacy that inspires future generations."

Know More About Me

JOURNEY OF IMPACT

42+

Years in Hospitality

50+

Hotels Transformed

12+

Books Authored

500+

Keynotes Delivered

100+

CSR Projects