TPID Board of Directors — Corpus Christi Tourism Public Improvement District

Meet the Corpus Christi Tourism Public Improvement District (TPID) Board of Directors and discover how they direct tourism investments, destination marketing, and programs designed to reinforce the local visitor economy.

TPID Board of Directors

FY 2026

The Corpus Christi Tourism Public Improvement District Board of Directors consists exclusively of local hotel owners—industry leaders whose businesses are directly connected to Corpus Christi’s growth as a premier coastal destination. Collectively, they oversee the use of the TPID’s 2% assessment funds and help ensure those resources support broader marketing, tourism promotion, and strategic efforts that create economic impact throughout the community.

Executive Committee

Nancy Patel

Owner, Red Roof Inn
Board Chair

Charlie Bhakta

Senior VP Operations, Embassy Suites
Secretary

Ajit David

Owner - Springhill, Tru, Hyatt Place
Vice Chair

Board of Directors

Parixit Bhakta

Owner, La Quinta Southwest - Airport
Director

Roshan Bhakta

Owner, Candlewood Suites NAS
Director

KC Chaudhari

Owner, Emerald Beach/Wyndham Resort
Director

Shital Patel

Best Western Downtown
Director

Raju Bhagat

Owner, Holiday Inn Marina
Director

Darshak Patel

Fairfield Inn, Residence Inn (SPID), Spark
Director

Kunal Patel

Owner, Doubletree
Director

Jatin Patel

Baymont, Super 8, Days Inn
Director