Sarthak Sir is the founder and head mentor at IIMT Haldwani. He has spent his career doing one specific thing: helping students from small towns build professional careers in the hospitality industry.

He has trained and guided over 10,000 students to date. Many of them came in with no clear career direction. A significant number of them are now working in branded hotels across India and in international markets including Dubai.

What Makes Him Different

Most hotel management educators teach the syllabus. Sarthak Sir teaches students how to think about their career.

He understands the specific challenges students from Tier-2 and Tier-3 towns face — family pressure around unconventional career choices, lack of awareness about what hospitality actually pays, and confusion about which course to pick. His counselling approach addresses all three directly.

He has built a following of over 130,000 on Instagram where he regularly shares career guidance, industry insights, and practical advice for students considering hotel management. The content is direct and specific — not motivational fluff.

Industry Connections

Sarthak Sir has direct connections with top hospitality brands including Marriott. These connections are not decorative — they translate into real placement pathways for IIMT students. When a hotel needs trained staff and Sarthak Sir recommends a student, the recommendation carries weight because it comes with a track record behind it.

Beyond Student Training

Apart from running IIMT, Sarthak Sir is involved in corporate training programs, career counselling sessions for schools and colleges across the Kumaon region, and mentorship programs for early-career hospitality professionals.

His work is built around one principle: education should produce employment. Not degrees. Not certificates. Actual jobs, at real salaries, in professional environments.

Working With IIMT

If you are a student or parent considering hotel management as a career path and want a straight conversation about whether it is the right choice for you, Sarthak Sir and the IIMT team are available for one-on-one counselling sessions.

Connect with IIMT here to schedule a session or learn more about current programs.