Forward
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Our team

The people behind
Forward.

Forward brings together the perspective of an emerging investment platform with the judgment earned through decades of real-world ownership.

FIG / 2026
Krish Patel, Principal

Principal

Krish Patel

Krish has a background in economics and real estate, with experience spanning investment analysis and hospitality operations. At Forward, he focuses on evaluating new opportunities, supporting the firm’s investments, and helping shape its long-term direction.

Education
University of Wisconsin–Madison
Background
Economics & Real Estate
Lal Patel, Senior Advisor

Senior Advisor

Lal Patel

Lal has more than 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry and has bought and sold over 50 hotels during his career. He serves as a governor for Best Western and actively oversees a portfolio of more than 35 properties.

Education
Gujarat University
Experience
20+ years in hospitality