Ashford Hospitality Trust Mourns Loss of Board Member Sonny Sra

Sra, a longtime hospitality industry veteran, passed away at 68 years old.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Ashford Hospitality Trust, a real estate investment trust focused on upper upscale hotels, announced the passing of board member Davinder "Sonny" Sra on February 25, 2026. Sra had served on the Ashford Hospitality Trust board since July 2023 and previously worked at Remington Hospitality for 25 years before retiring in 2020.

Why it matters

Sra's death is a significant loss for Ashford Hospitality Trust, as he brought extensive operational experience and institutional knowledge to the board during a challenging time for the hospitality industry. His contributions helped guide the company through the COVID-19 pandemic and other industry disruptions.

The details

Ashford Hospitality Trust's executive chairman Monty Bennett described Sra as a "cherished, long-standing member of the Ashford Group of Companies" who had a profound impact on the organization. Sra's 25 years of experience at Remington Hospitality and his service on the Ashford Hospitality Trust board were instrumental in helping the company navigate the industry's unprecedented challenges.

  • Sonny Sra passed away on February 25, 2026.
  • Sra joined the Ashford Hospitality Trust Board of Directors in July 2023.

The players

Ashford Hospitality Trust, Inc.

A real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on investing predominantly in upper upscale, full-service hotels.

Monty Bennett

The executive chairman of the board of Ashford Hospitality Trust.

Davinder "Sonny" Sra

A longtime hospitality industry veteran who served on the Ashford Hospitality Trust Board of Directors from July 2023 until his passing in February 2026.

Remington Hospitality

The company where Sonny Sra worked for 25 years before retiring in 2020.

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What they’re saying

“Sonny was a cherished, long-standing member of the Ashford Group of Companies, and it's impossible to overstate the profound impact he had on our organization. He brought an unmatched passion for the hospitality industry, a tireless work ethic, and genuine care for everyone around him. His loss leaves a void, one that is felt by all of us who had the privilege and joy of calling him a colleague and friend.”

— Monty Bennett, Executive Chairman of the Board, Ashford Hospitality Trust (PRNewswire)

The takeaway

Sonny Sra's passing is a significant loss for Ashford Hospitality Trust, as he was a highly respected and influential figure in the hospitality industry who helped guide the company through challenging times. His expertise, passion, and care for the organization will be deeply missed.