Hospitality (Hotel Development/Management)

Auro Hotels

Founded by H.P. Rama and his brother M.P. Rama, who immigrated from India in 1973

Nearly 40 hotels under Marriott, Hyatt, Hilton, and Wyndham brands

The Founder’s Story

The Rama brothers started with a single 40-room motel in Pomona, CA. H.P. Rama’s son, DJ Rama, has led the company as President since 2012 (rebranded from JHM Hotels to Auro Hotels in 2017).

Real Impact

Employment

Operates on a “1-1-1 Giving Principle” including 1% of employee time as compensated volunteer hours — 2,000+ employees volunteered 4,500+ hours in 2025. [Auro Hotels]

Community Development

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Charitable & Community Work

Launched the Rama Legacy Scholarship, a $2 million endowment for children of Auro Hotels employees pursuing higher education, in 2024/2025. [Asian Hospitality]
Has distributed more than $1.5 million in scholarships to over 800 children of employees since 1998 under the “Rama Scholarship for the American Dream.” [Auro Hotels]
The Rama Memorial Scholarship Fund has distributed $100,000+ to 120+ students for the Greenville, SC City Fire Department. [Auro Hotels]

Sources: Auro Hotels — About · Greenville Journal · Auro Hotels · Asian Hospitality

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