Cygnett Hotels & Resorts has announced the appointment of Mr. Deba Prasad as the new Director of Operations. Mr. Prasad, a distinguished alumnus of IHM Pusa with a Bachelor of Commerce (Hons) and an MBA from UBI, Belgium, brings a robust 27-year track record in hospitality management.

Having held key positions with prominent global hotel groups such as Oberoi, Taj, Jaypee, Starwood, Lalit, Best Western, Sterling, Wyndham, and MGM, Mr Prasad has demonstrated his proficiency across various aspects of hotel operations both in India and internationally.

“We are excited to welcome Deba Prasad to our team. His extensive experience and innovative leadership are invaluable as we continue to grow and enhance our offerings. Deba’s vision for operational excellence aligns with our commitment to providing guests with exceptional service and a memorable hospitality experience,” said Sarbendra Sarkar, Founder of Cygnett Hotels & Resorts.

An accomplished professional in setting service standards and operational policies, Mr. Prasad possesses a strong commercial acumen with a proven track record in facilities management, cost control, and optimizing top-line and bottom-line performance.

April 2024, National: Novotel Goa Candolim proudly announces the appointment of Dibendu Kumar Khan as Director of Operations. Dibendu is an accomplished hospitality professional with a career spanning over 20+ years and a rich background in team management, room operations, customer service and curating bespoke guest experiences. His proven track record of successes across the years will continue to drive exceptional and innovative hospitality solutions at Novotel Goa Candolim, further strengthening his reputation as an industry leader.

In his new capacity as Director of Operations, Dibendu will oversee the day-to-day operations of Novotel Goa Candolim, ensuring seamless execution of services and maintaining the hotel’s commitment towards providing exceptional guest experiences. He has previously held pivotal roles at Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach, The Leela Goa, Taj Greencove Resort Kerala and Ananda in the Himalayas. Dibendu holds a Bachelor of Hotel Management degree.

Commenting on the announcement, Ranju Singh, Complex General Manager, Novotel Goa Candolim said, “Dibendu is a force to reckon with in the hospitality industry and we are thrilled to welcome him in the team. His expertise in guest experiences and wealth of knowledge is surely going to elevate our name notches higher. We are excited and are looking forward to a long innings together.”

Upon his appointment, Mr. Dibendu Kumar Khan expressed his enthusiasm, “It feels great to be back to Goa and a lot more excitement as I join hands with a brand that I have followed for a while. I look forward to working with my new team at Novotel Goa Candolim and offering our guests, our lifeline, an experience of a lifetime. The hospitality sector is shaping up beautifully in Goa, with new and unique experiences and opportunities, giving us an impetus to be our innovative best.”

When not busy with the daily hustle bustle, Dibendu likes to unwind with reading, travelling along with discovering and savouring Goan food and culture.