About Jasbina Ahluwalia

The uniqueness of Intersections Match comes from the life experiences of its Founder, Jasbina Ahluwalia. As a former practicing lawyer who also holds a graduate degree in philosophy, Jasbina can relate first-hand to the demands and challenges facing her accomplished clients.

4 Stages of Love

4 Stages of Love Jasbina Ahluwalia asks Dr. Pat Love, author of The Truth About Love: Awareness of that is key. There is nothing wrong with someone going through those stages. In fact, it’s to be expected. I think awareness is really important. There was a story in your book that caught my eye. There was a happily married woman who told you that she divorced and remarried her husband four times in

The Stage of Falling in Love

The Stage of Falling in Love Jasbina Ahluwalia asks Dr. Pat Love, author of The Truth About Love: I know that our listeners are excited to hear your insights from your wealth of experience and expertise. I thoroughly enjoyed reading your book, The Truth About Love. In your book, you discuss in depth the various stages of love. I’m hoping you can identify those different stages and share some insights regarding those stages

Investments Well Worth It

Investments Well Worth It Caller One asks Apoorva Gandhi VP, Multicultural Affairs, Marriott International: Hey, Jasbina. Hey, Apoorva. That was pretty interesting. My family is part of the hospitality industry. We see how good a job Marriott does with branding and how they cater to different groups. I was wondering, when you look at the hospitality industry and the Indian community at large, what do you see from some of the Indian owners

Do Not Try to Fit In!

Do Not Try to Fit In! Jasbina Ahluwalia asks Apoorva Gandhi, VP, Multicultural Affairs, Marriott International: I really appreciate you sharing your insights with us. I’m wondering if you have any last thoughts or a take-home message that you’d like to share with our listeners before we jump into Q&A. _____   Apoorva Gandhi We are proud sponsors and members of NetIP. We look forward to continuing that. We’re also proud members of

[VIDEO] Is There Love At First Sight – Here’s Why It Could Be Possible

[VIDEO] Is There Love At First Sight - Here's Why It Could Be Possible The debate continues ... Is love at first sight really a thing? In the video above, SVP of YourTango Experts Melanie Gorman, relationship and communications expert Fiona Fine, author and relationship coach Gregg Michaelsen, matchmaker and dating coach Jasbina Ahluwalia and biological anthropologist Helen Fisher, Ph.D. say that there's still no definitive answer to this romantic mystery. Why? Because many people haven't experienced it. Many people fell in

Make Use of Marriott Hotels

Make Use of Marriott Hotels Jasbina Ahluwalia asks Apoorva Gandhi, VP, Multicultural Affairs, Marriott International: I’m switching from the perspective of the owners back to the consumers. What are some of the ways in which Indian Americans can utilize Marriott facilities for professional, social, cultural or personal reasons apart from weddings? _____   Apoorva Gandhi If any of you were at the last NetIP Conference in Atlanta, perhaps we met. I was one

Owning a Marriott: Tips

Owning a Marriott: Tips Jasbina Ahluwalia asks Apoorva Gandhi, VP, Multicultural Affairs, Marriott International: That’s very interesting. Speaking of business value, do you have guidance for our listeners who might be thinking, “I like what Marriott is doing here?” You’re really capitalizing on some of the demographic trends that you just mentioned. Some of our listeners might have an interest in acquiring or investing in a Marriott branded hotel. What types of experiences

Careers in Multiculturalism

Careers in Multiculturalism Jasbina Ahluwalia asks Apoorva Gandhi, VP, Multicultural Affairs, Marriott International: This sounds like so much fun, this multicultural role. Do you have any guidance for our listeners who are thinking, “That might be something I would be interested in for the future?” If someone has an interest in a similar role in multicultural affairs, what guidance might you have? _____    Apoorva Gandhi Careers in Multiculturalism: Apoorva Gandhi’s Journey Before

Indian Experience in Hospitality

Indian Experience in Hospitality Jasbina Ahluwalia asks Apoorva Gandhi, VP, Multicultural Affairs, Marriott International: That gives a lot of flavor, between the different regions and cultural backdrop. Between those field trips to Little India throughout the country as well as the weddings, do you have any funny anecdotes from any of those experiences? _____    Apoorva Gandhi Yes. You know how we Indians are. We’re always full of life.   Indian Experience in

Indian Culture in Hospitality

Indian Culture in Hospitality Jasbina Ahluwalia asks Apoorva Gandhi, VP, Multicultural Affairs, Marriott International: It’s great to have you. I understand that aspects of the Indian culture are gaining popularity in the hospitality industry. Can you tell us about that? _____    Apoorva Gandhi First, I want to thank everyone for joining us. I want to thank the NetIP team for inviting me to come and speak. I love this organization. I applaud