SAGUN MART is a family-owned specialty Nepal & South Asian grocery and convenience store serving Springfield, Virginia, and the greater DMV area. We focus on bringing you genuine Nepali and Indian products, along with a wide range of South Asian groceries and everyday essentials, in a clean, friendly, and welcoming environment.

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Owner’s Profile 

Nilu Upreti Kharel

Business Executive | Hospitality Leader | Women Entrepreneur | Community Advocate

Nilu Upreti Kharel is a finance-educated business executive and accomplished hospitality leader with over 15 years of experience in operational management, financial oversight, media production, and community leadership. Her professional journey reflects discipline, resilience, and a deep commitment to sustainable small business growth.

Holding a Bachelor’s degree in Banking & Finance along with academic training in Accounting & Economics, Nilu possesses a strong foundation in financial analysis, budgeting, cost control, and regulatory compliance. Her educational background strengthens her ability to manage operations strategically while maintaining financial responsibility and long-term sustainability.

As General Manager of Meridian Pint Restaurant in Arlington, Virginia, Nilu led daily operations in a high-volume hospitality environment. She supervised staff development, ensured compliance with Virginia ABC regulations and food safety standards, optimized workflow systems, and enhanced customer experience. Her leadership emphasized structured management, operational efficiency, and accountability.

Previously serving as Vice President and Operations Manager at Image AV Pro in Springfield, Virginia, she co-led a professional audio-visual services company for over a decade. In this role, she managed vendor relations, supervised technical teams, coordinated complex projects, and contributed to business development and operational growth. This experience strengthened her executive decision-making, strategic planning, and organizational leadership skills.

In addition to her business leadership, Nilu contributed to broadcast media production as a video editor with Sagarmatha TV and MHz Networks. This experience enhanced her communication abilities, branding awareness, and public engagement expertise — critical assets in today’s competitive business environment.

Currently serving as Senior Vice President of the America Nepal Society (ANS), Nilu plays an active role in cross-cultural initiatives, nonprofit leadership, and community development. She is widely respected within the Nepali-American community for her integrity, professionalism, and dedication to service.

As a woman entrepreneur and business leader, Nilu represents the strength and capability of immigrant-owned small businesses. She is committed to ethical management practices, financial discipline, team development, and sustainable growth. Her leadership philosophy centers on accountability, transparency, and community trust.

Through her combined experience in finance, hospitality, operations, media, and nonprofit engagement, Nilu Upreti Kharel embodies the qualities of a strategic, business-oriented leader dedicated to excellence and long-term impact.