Jay Shah

Live at The Real Deal's Miami Forum, the founders of Kaizen AI, Jay Shah and Kashyup Shah, discuss their platform that uses AI to optimize building designs for profitability and environmental impact. They share examples of successful projects and address the challenge of convincing developers of AI's value.

Jay Shah, Executive Chairman of Hersha Hotels & Resorts, discusses building a REIT in hospitality, pros and cons of REITs, missed opportunities and biggest wins. They also touch on financing challenges when opening the first hotel in NYC, transitioning into full-service and lifestyle operations, the impact of COVID on the hospitality industry, and exploring new markets.