Sofitel Mumbai BKC Proudly Welcomes Bjorn Fernandes as Director of Sales & Marketing

Sofitel Mumbai BKC, the elegant luxury hotel nestled in the heart of Bandra Kurla Complex, is delighted to announce the appointment of Bjorn Fernandes as our new Director of Sales & Marketing.

With an illustrious career spanning over 17 years in the world of hospitality, Bjorn's expertise and passion will elevate the Sofitel experience even further. Prior to joining Sofitel Mumbai, Bjorn held the prestigious role of Director of Sales & Marketing at Taj North Goa, where he spearheaded the sales, marketing, and PR efforts for Taj Fort Aguada and Taj Holiday Village.

Bjorn's vast experience also includes his leadership at The Westin Mumbai Powai Lake and Marriott Executive Apartments, where he successfully managed the largest inventory within Marriott South Asia, driving significant growth in B2B business, MICE, long-stay solutions, and innovative digital marketing strategies.

With an MBA in Marketing from MET Bandra and a Bachelor’s Degree in Management Studies from MMK College, Bjorn’s rich background aligns perfectly with Sofitel’s dedication to offering a refined blend of French luxury and local culture.

Outside of his professional achievements, Bjorn is an avid traveler, a devoted family man, and an enthusiast of both basketball and Formula 1 racing.

Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach and The Bheemili Resort managed by Accor appoint Rajasekhar Vimandi as Director of Sales

Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach and The Bheemili Resort managed by Accor appointed Rajasekhar Vimandi as the Director of Sales. With over 15 years of experience, Rajasekhar brings a wealth of expertise and talent to this strategic role and will play a pivotal role in driving sales for both properties, using his vast experience in the industry. 

Rajasekhar has strived for excellence and achieved great success throughout his career. In his previous roles, he successfully surpassed the annual budget while also improving the ADR.

Lakshmi Sridhar, General Manager of Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach & The Bheemili Resort, said, "We are thrilled to welcome Rajasekhar to the team. His strong leadership skills, and ability to design and execute effective, innovative sales and marketing strategies, make us confident that he will play a key role in driving our continued growth and success in Visakhapatnam."

With his extensive experience, diverse skillset, and unwavering commitment to success, Rajasekhar Vimandi is poised to excel in his new role as the Director of Sales for Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach & The Bheemili Resort. His ability to understand and analyze complex market situations and dynamics, handle multiple market segments, and tap new markets by constantly adapting business strategies will help the properties meet market requirements and exceed expectations.

Atlantis The Royal appoints Jeremy B. Kerschen as Account Director, Sales.

Kerschen will oversee high-end leisure sales, driving luxury business from the Americas, across both Atlantis The Palm and Atlantis The Royal.

Jeremy B. Kerschen has been appointed Account Director of Luxury Consortia Sales across Atlantis The Palm and Atlantis The Royal. As a tri-national and tri-lingual with over a decade of experience in various markets and segments across the US, UK, Europe, and the Middle East, Kerschen brings a wealth of knowledge to his new position. 

Kerschen joined the team at the end of November, announcing his appointment on LinkedIn. He said: “I want to express my deepest gratitude to Marcela Bizachi and Kyp Charalambous for this incredible opportunity. I’m excited to work under their leadership alongside a team of dedicated sales professionals, driving high-end sales at Dubai’s most iconic resorts: Atlantis The Palm and Atlantis The Royal!”

In his role, Jeremy B. Kerschen will be responsible for the management and development of new business, strategically driving luxury sales for Atlantis Dubai Resorts. His focus will be on international leisure markets, with a particular emphasis on the USA and South America, in addition to consortia markets

Before joining Atlantis Resorts, Kerschen was co-leading the commercial division at Royal Hideaway Dukes The Palm as Senior Manager, Sales for several markets. His outstanding contributions earned him the distinguished Barceló Hotel Group award of Leader of the Year 2022

Renowned for leading impactful commercial strategies and excelling in new business development, Kerschen's expertise extends from Owned & Managed hotels to Franchised properties and Head Office responsibilities. His career journey began with The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company in Shanghai, Hotel du Collectionneur in Paris, and further enriched with roles at the Leading Hotels Of The World® headquarters and Hilton Worldwide Sales EMEA.

Jeremy B. Kerschen holds a bachelor's degree (BA) in hospitality and luxury brand management with Honors and Distinction from Glion Institute of Higher Education, Switzerland. Beyond his professional achievements, he is an avid horseback rider and passionate traveler. A dedicated foodie, Kerschen cherishes quality time with family and friends during his leisure.

Prudhvi Rajkumar Has Been Appointed The New Director Of Sales For Park Hyatt Hyderabad

Hyderabad, Telangana 2023 Park Hyatt Hyderabad is pleased to announce the appointment of Prudhvi Rajkumar as the Director of Sales. Prudhvi holds an impressive academic and professional background with more than 12 years of experience in the hospitality industry. He has completed an MBA from UBI University in Chennai and holds two diplomas, one in Aviation and the other in Hotel Management.

His work experience showcases his expertise in the hospitality and service industry. By managing and liaising with key operational departments to ensure guest requests and seamless customer expectations are met, he began his career as a Customer Service Supervisor at Paramount Airways, Chennai. He then advanced to the role of Assistant Sales Manager at The Raintree Hotel and further climbed the ladder to become a Sales Manager at The Park, Chennai.

His most recent role was as Director of Sales at Hyatt Regency Chennai, where he spent the last 8+ years as part of the Hyatt family.

Prudhvi is known for his enthusiasm, sincerity, and strong work ethic. His success stories include securing contracts with entertainment sectors, closing repatriation businesses during the pandemic, and generating substantial revenue from pharmaceutical and renowned corporate clients.

"Passion, perseverance, and prayers help me find confidence and dedication in my work and life," shares Prudhvi.

His career exemplifies dedication, achievement, and leadership in the hospitality industry. We warmly welcome Prudhvi to our team.

About Park Hyatt Hyderabad: 

The first urban Park Hyatt hotel in India, designed by renowned architecture firm of John Portman & Associates, the modern eight-story Park Hyatt Hyderabad includes 185 guestrooms, 24 suites and 41 service apartments; all being among the city’s most spacious hotel accommodations. With contemporary, elegant hotel interiors by Hirsch Bedner Associates, the hotel is the first in Hyderabad to offer 42 fully serviced luxury apartments - The Residence. It boasts about a premium location, close to the technology hub of Hi-Tech City and the business districts, and 45 minutes from Hyderabad’s international airport. The Spa designed with a Nizami theme houses the blend of attars and instrumentals wafting through the air, technology and tradition intertwining and new beauty’s intersection with ancient wisdom. The Spa offers a true respite from the rigors of the day-to-day by effortlessly offering royal rituals. Award winning Northern-Italian, Pan-Asian, Indian and European signature restaurants offer hand crafted culinary delights while spacious and technology friendly meeting spaces portray perfect venues for social and corporate gatherings.