Episode 7: Pranav Maheshwari, Co-founder of Vista Rooms
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In today’s episode with Pranav Maheshwari, Co-founder of Vista Rooms, you will learn:
• What was the genesis of this idea? How did he meet his co-founders? What was it like launching in a start-up space filled with well-funded competitors? How was Pranav convincing people to use Vista Rooms?
• Why did Vista Rooms decide to pivot after raising money? What were the internal and external changes that were required when shifting from selling at ₹2,000/night to ₹20,000/night?
• How did he manage to scale from 10 cities to 40 cities in just 1 year? When is Vista planning on going internationally? What was a conscious decision made by Pranav on geographic expansion?
• How has COVID-19 impacted their business operations? What are “Workcations,” and how are tech founders using them? How do they ensure the hygiene Covid checklist is maintained on every property?
• What is Pravan’s experience completing 5 years at Vista Rooms? How does he protect his brand from fake publicity? What is Vista’s most significant achievement, according to Pranav?
About Pranav Maheshwari
Pranav Maheshwari is the co-founder of Vista Rooms, India’s leading luxury villa rental platform. With a vision to redefine experiential travel, Pranav has successfully transformed Vista Rooms from a budget accommodation provider to a premium brand offering curated stays at exquisite properties. Under his leadership, the company scaled rapidly, expanding to over 40 cities and setting a benchmark in the luxury vacation rental space. Known for his strategic pivoting and customer-centric approach, Pranav has steered Vista through challenges like fierce competition and the COVID-19 pandemic, turning obstacles into opportunities. His innovative mindset continues to elevate India’s luxury travel landscape.
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