Vision in Building Experiences

Growing up in a family-owned motel, brothers Kunal and Ankit Patel learned the hospitality business the only way that truly matters—by living it. From early mornings behind the front desk to late nights helping turn rooms, they were immersed in the realities of ownership, operations, and service from a young age. Alongside the motel, the family built and operated restaurants, single-family rentals, and retail businesses, instilling a hands-on understanding of real estate and entrepreneurship across multiple asset types. Their foundation was set by their father, Pete Patel, who immigrated to the United States from the United Kingdom in 1981 in pursuit of opportunity. In 1990, he purchased his first motel in Milan, Tennessee—a milestone that marked the beginning of a multi-decade journey in hospitality and real estate ownership. Through discipline, persistence, and an unwavering commitment to integrity, Pete grew the family’s portfolio while teaching his sons the enduring values of honoring your word, treating people with respect, and using business as a means to help others. 

ViBE Ventures LLC represents the next chapter of that legacy. Founded by Kunal and Ankit, ViBE is built on the principles passed down through generations, while embracing a modern, forward-thinking approach to real estate investment, development, and operations. The firm seeks to thoughtfully expand the family’s footprint across hospitality, residential, and mixed-use assets—combining institutional-level execution with the care and accountability of a family-run business.