The Lexicon Group of Institutes appoint Mr. Sagar Chitre as the Principal of Lexicon Institute of Hotel Management

Pune, Mar, 2023: The Lexicon Group of Institutes announces the appointment of Mr. Sagar Chitre as the Principal of the Lexicon Institute of Hotel Management. Mr. Chitre brings with him a rich experience of over 2 decades in the Hospitality Industry. 

A progressive leader and hospitality educator who possesses a strong work ethic and integrity, Mr. Sagar Chitre strives to create value in the field of hospitality education for budding hospitality professionals. With his rich and varied experience in the hospitality Industry gathered through working with eminent hospitality businesses in India and overseas, Mr. Chitre has won many accolades to his credit. Some of his most valuable experiences, during his tenure as an industry professional, have been with reputed global brands such as Marriott International and Sol Melia. 

Mr. Sagar Chitre possesses a Master’s degree in Hospitality & Tourism along with a Postgraduate Education from the United Kingdom and is currently pursuing his PhD. As an academician, Mr. Chitre has worked in various leadership roles, with the most recent being the Principal of a renowned institution. He is also skilled in administration and management, thereby ensuring stringent adherence to policies and standards of excellence in academia.

Mr. Chitre will be taking over the reins of the institute from Mr. Gladwin Rego, who has assumed the responsibility of guiding and mentoring the students by joining the Governing Council of the Lexicon IHM. Speaking about his appointment as the Principal at Lexicon IHM- Mr Sagar Chitre said, “I am thrilled and excited about my new responsibilities as the Principal of Lexicon Institute of Hotel Management. The Lexicon Group is a prestigious organization and has been driving academic excellence by providing budding hoteliers with quality education and enriching learning experiences. It is my pleasure to be a part of this endeavour to nurture young hospitality aspirants, support them in their journey and help them transform into successful hospitality leaders of the future. “

An avid food lover and a passionate biker, in his free time, Mr. Chitre loves to explore new locales, experience the food, savour the culinary delights and discover its beauty through travel. Lexicon IHM continues to grow by setting new benchmarks in the world of hospitality education and is ready to further thrive with Mr. Sagar Chitre taking the helm.

Clarks Safari Pushkar appointed Pankaj Singh Barthwal as General Manager

Barthwal has a vast experience of more than 18 years in the field of hospitality

A graduate from Purvanchal University, Barthwal has an extensive experience in the field of operations, MICE and staff handling. He has successfully run the operation of different resorts in his tenure.

Remodeling projects, flawless execution of events like LIFW, Bridal Asia are one of his many specialties. He has worked in hotels located in Dubai, Goa, Delhi, Pushkar, etc.

He will be responsible for managing Clarks Safari Pushkar, general administration, staff training, planning, grievance handling, increasing revenue, building a trade network, and implementing new technological advancements on the property. 

Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach & The Bheemili Resort managed by Accor appoints Sai Kumar P as their Talent & Culture Manager

He brings with him a wealth of experience and knowledge, having worked in the hospitality industry for over 6 years

Sai Kumar will be responsible for overseeing the overall functions of human resources at the Novotel Visakhapatnam, Varun Beach, and The Bheemili Resort.

He will work closely with the cluster general manager and the team to ensure that the hotel attracts and retains the best talent, creates a positive and engaging workplace culture, and provides exceptional guest experiences.

Sai Kumar is a talented HR professional with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) focused in Human Resource Management & Sales and Marketing from Visvesvaraya Technological University.

Tushar Nagar is the new General Manager of Courtyard by Marriott Shillong – Marriott International

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With over 14 years of combined experience across Operations Management, Quality Management, Training and  Development, Client Management, and Team Leadership, Mr. Tushar Nagar has been appointed as General  Manager at Courtyard by Marriott Shillong, the debut property of Marriott International in the North East region of India..

In this present role, Tushar will don an all-encompassing role and will be responsible for the hotel’s overall performance in addition to front-lining all conversations and shaping the hotel as a leading benchmark in the hospitality industry. His expertise lies in defining operating procedures and service standards, as well as optimizing procurements to enhance the output efficiency of the hotel. 

Tushar has climbed the corporate ladder and has held multiple positions at top-tier hospitality brands after acquiring industrial exposure at Le Meridien Jaipur. He has pursued a Diploma in Hotel Management from IHM  Varanasi and B.Com from Jagatpur PG College, Varanasi. He has served various touted brands like The Oberoi  Amarvilas Agra, JW Marriott Chandigarh, Park Hyatt Chennai, Hyatt Regency Ludhiana, The Westin Pune and  Marriott International.  

He enjoys a great track record and excels in varied roles inclusive of operations, health & safety concerns, training  & development, and futuristic planning. He has displayed paramount efforts in setting up & rolling out successful quality management in service environments, overachieving expectations and exceeding all set goals by enduring customer relationships. He has excelled in achieving the delivery of the highest quality of services & performance standards by providing thought leadership on all operational aspects and reviewing performance, systems, and processes to ensure smooth and hassle-free operations. He is a quick learner with strong adaptability to details which makes him keep going and growing. 

People management skills and guest interaction have been his strong suits. 

Tushar is passionate about cricket and music also enjoys long drives.

Karan Singh Nagra appointed as a Marketing & Communications Manager at JW Marriott Kolkata

Karan Singh Nagra, an insightful marketing professional with an experience of 8 plus years in designing and implementing brand, and marketing strategies across retail, media, and the hospitality industry, has been appointed as the Marketing and Communication Manager at JW Marriott Kolkata. 

With an incredible track record in his profession, Karan’s key responsibilities include the creation and supervision of a result-oriented multi-platform communications strategy. The functions of the  communication portfolio encompass guidance on marketing collaterals and materials in line with the  brand direction, leading the planning and execution of the overall initiatives and projects related to the  brand, monitoring the success of various campaigns and its efficacy to managing budgets for this segment  

This proactive professional initiated his career after pursuing a Master of Business Administration with a  specialization in marketing. Prior to this, he has served various renowned brands such as Spencer’s Retail  Pvt Ltd - RPSG Group as Assistant Manager Marketing, 91.9 Friends FM- ABP Group as Head  Marketing & Activations, JW Marriott Hotel Kolkata as Sales & Marketing Manager F&B,  

Karan brings a wealth of experience and is known for his excellent communication & interpersonal skills with an innate ability to interact with clients and teams at all levels. He even bagged the Media  Excellence Award for ‘Excellence in Media Marketing’ by the Indywood Media Excellence Awards,  

His favorite hobbies include reading about advertising and marketing. He also enjoys travelling and music.

Saket Verma is the new Director of Sales and Marketing at JW Marriott, Kolkata

With over 12 years of luxury hospitality sales and marketing experience, a versatile individual, Mr. Saket Verma has been promoted to the position of Director of Sales and Marketing (DOSM) at JW Marriott Kolkata. 

This goal-oriented and conscientious individual is in charge of implementing new sales and marketing activities to accentuate hotel room and event sales.   

Saket, a dynamic professional has enjoyed exponential career growth with top-tier hospitality brands since completing his graduation with Bachelor's in Hotel Management and Hospitality Administration from the Institute of Hotel Management, Goa. He undertook his Industrial Training at The Oberoi, Bengaluru, and his professional training at Intercontinental - The Lalit, New Delhi. He has worked with The Oberoi hotels, Accor hotels, Hilton hotels, and Marriott International.

Saket has a proven track record of leading sales teams to success and generating results for the sales and marketing division. One of his strengths is his ability to connect with his guests. His peers view him as the epitome of a leader who sets an example and inspires his team to succeed despite all obstacles.

In his leisure time he loves traveling and he is fond of singing.

Tushar Sikdar appointed Security Manager at Holiday Inn Jaipur City Centre

In his present role, he will be responsible to lead the team of professionals and maintain a glitch-free experience by planning and implementing security protocols at the property in line with global security standards. Tushar has a proven track record of 15 years of extensive experience in Security detailing and handling VIP security protocols.

Tushar has done BBA from Rajasthan Vidhyapeeth and has worked with hospitality brands The Lalit, Marriott International, and Accor. His last stint was as Safety & Security Manager at Double Tree by Hilton, Gurgaon. Tushar belongs to Ajmer and enjoys playing cricket and listening to music. 

DoubleTree Hilton Goa - Panaji appoints Tapajit Bhattacharjee as their new F&B Manager

Goa, February 2023: DoubleTree Hilton Goa - Panaji is pleased to announce Tapajit Bhattacharjee as the new F&B Manager. In his new role, Tapajit brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise from his yesteryear experiences both in India and abroad. 

Having risen the ranks from being a restaurant server to leading a team, Tapajit has engaged with numerous hospitality brands in his rewarding career. In his last assignment, he was overseeing a heritage property offering bespoke hospitality. Having worked in Goa in the past, he is well aware of the market dynamics of this populace state, which is renowned for its concept restaurants and bars. 

Double Tree by Hilton Goa, Panaji is well poised to offer Tapajit a rewarding career with its diverse restaurants and banquet ensemble

Rohit Anand appointed as the HR Manager at DoubleTree by Hilton Agra

Agra, February, 2022: DoubleTree by Hilton Agra has announced the appointment of Rohit Anand as their new Human Resources Manager.

Rohit is a human resource professional with over seven years of experience, having worked with hotels including Four Points by Sheraton Bangalore, Jaisalmer Marriott Resort & Spa, Le Meridian Mahabaleshwar Resort & Spa amongst others.  As a human resource expert, Rohit is a conscientious and compassionate human resources professional with drive for helping employers recruit, develop and retain qualified candidates. 

Rohit brings with him a wealth of knowledge in terms of compliances, associate engagements, management skills, and passion with a positive mindset, excellent interpersonal, coaching and communication skills. 

Armed with a Master of Business Administration in HR & Operations, Rohit is ready to take on any challenge that comes his way. He has also received several accolades and awards throughout her career. Rohit aims at making an effective change in the operational functions of the Human Resources department at the hotel through process oriented and driven strategies to be put in place.

Lohono Stays Announces Five New Key Appointments at The Leadership Level

Mumbai, February 2023 - Lohono Stays, a leader in the luxury vacation rental market in India, announced five new key leadership appointments today: Priyadarshi Bhaskar as Vice President - Operations; Paban Jena  as Vice President - Sales; Gaurav Joshi as Vice President - Marketing; Kunal Chudawala as Assistant Vice  President - Homeowner Management; and Sumith Sumithran as Vice President & Head of HR. 

Adding Priyadarshi Bhaskar to the core team is a critical step towards enhancing expertise and creating growth centric strategies for the future of Lohono Stays. Meanwhile, Paban Jena will lead the company’s go-to-market  (GTM) strategy in India as well as globally and will help build and scale all demand channels across commercial  segments. Furthermore, Gaurav Joshi will bring to the table his creativity coupled with a vision to create a fiercely  customer-centric approach. His expertise in marketing, strategy, and consulting will further propel Lohono Stays  towards achieving its business goals in Indian and global markets. Kunal Chudawala will lead all asset  management activities on the homeowner side and represent homeowner interests within the organisation. He  will be responsible for the onboarding and management of new homes and will drive operational and revenue  results for homeowners. And lastly, Sumith Sumithran in his new role will also be responsible for spearheading  talent management and development, stakeholder engagement and crafting a meaningful employee experience  that augments business growth. 

Nibhrant Shah, Founder & CEO of Lohono Stays shared his thoughts on the new appointments and said, "We are  pleased to welcome Priyadarshi, Paban, Gaurav, Kunal, and Sumith to the Lohono Stays team. We believe that  their strategic business development experience will add immense value to Lohono Stays and will help us to  drive the performance of our business. We look forward to working with them and building a strong customer  base and promising brand value."  

Dhimaan Shah, Founder & COO of Lohono Stays added "The skills and expertise of the new appointees at Lohono  Stays will be valuable as we accelerate our expansion and continue to evolve our services. We are excited to  have Priyadarshi, Paban, Gaurav, Kunal, and Sumith as part of our team and look forward to their contribution  to overall brand development." 

Brief on the key appointments at Lohono Stays 

1. Priyadarshi Bhaskar comes armed with over 13 years of experience in the E-Commerce and E-Pharmacy  sectors. Prior to Lohono Stays, he was heading operations for leading brands such as TATA 1MG and  Amazon, where he drove the business operations to serve 4X capacity within a year and worked to  increase the daily processing capacity of Amazon’s Ludhiana fulfilment center by 5X, respectively. At  Lohono Stays, he will leverage his wealth of experience to strengthen the business and ensure that  guests carry the experience of a Lohono Stays home with them for a long time. 

2. Paban Jena, who’ll be taking over as VP of Sales, has 15 years of expertise in the telecom, consumer internet, auto, and hospitality sectors. He is a graduate of the prestigious Mumbai University and an  alumnus of IIM Calcutta. Before joining Lohono Stays Paban built capacity in Pan India markets and  verticals throughout his ten years with Airtel, India's largest telco. He was also one of the founding  members of Olx Autos and the holiday division of OYO, where he helped build the organization’s go-to market strategy and operational plan. 

3. Gaurav Joshi has commenced his journey at Lohono Stays as Vice President of Marketing. Gaurav is  backed by over 13 years of marketing experience at prestigious brands like Pidilite, Asian Paints, JSW &  LEAD. An alumnus of NMIMS, Mumbai and DAVV, he specialises in building and scaling up marketing  verticals. A celebrated team leader, Gaurav will be bringing a fresh outlook to the marketing strength  at Lohono. 

4. Kunal Chudawala brings over 13 years of experience in luxury hospitality and real estate and will head  Homeowner Management at Lohono Stays. Kunal has a BSc in Hospitality Management from Mumbai University and an MBA in Marketing & Strategy from NMIMS. He has a rich experience in hospitality operations, sales & marketing and real estate while working at The Oberoi Group, Starwood Hotels &  Resorts, Marriott International, and Xanadu Realty. In this role he will bring value-generating improvements through the standardization of processes which leads to improved consistency in quality and reduced operating costs for owners and deliver a better return on investment through revenue optimization. 

5. Sumith Sumithran brings with him 15 years of HR expertise and best practices across geographies and industries. Before joining Lohono Stays, he worked in HR leadership positions at Branch International,  CleverTap, Fractal Analytics, ICICI Prudential Life Insurance, and Reliance Communications. Sumith has a proven track record that spans a wide range of HR expertise in the areas of business relationship management, HR transformation, change and culture management, HR technology, talent management, and performance and compensation, among others.  

About Lohono Stays: 

Lohono Stays has been created to craft contemporary, luxury vacations for discerning travelers. Giving a deeper meaning to luxury vacations through opulent homes and meaningful experiences, Lohono Stays curates and manages over 100 properties in India spread across 16 locations and over 200 properties internationally. Lohono has its presence in Goa, Alibaug, Jaipur, Srinagar, Jim Corbett, Sultanpur, Ooty, Shimla, Bhimtal, Kasauli,  Lonavala, Karjat, Mahabaleshwar, Mussoorie, Coonoor, and in international locations like Phuket, Bali, Koh  Samui, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives. There is a unique highlight in every individual home, whether it’s a tempting  gazebo by the pool or an age-old banyan tree with a charpoy laid underneath. Also, the skilled concierge can  offer guests exceptional gourmet and entertainment experiences. 

More information about the company is available at - www.lohono.com 

Shangri-La Al Husn, Muscat announces the appointment of Nick Flynn as Hotel Manager

Nick Flynn has been appointed as Hotel Manager, joining the exclusive Shangri-La Al Husn, a breathtaking clifftop retreat for adults located in beautiful Muscat, Oman. The Australian native joined in October 2022 from the Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa, Singapore where he held the position of Resident Manager. 

The seasoned hotelier brings with him three decades of experience across an impressive portfolio of top-tier luxury hotels and resorts around the globe including stints in key strategic cities such as Australia, Singapore, Korea, India, Dubai, Qatar, Abu Dhabi, Malaysia, and Singapore.

Flynn began his career in hospitality in the early 90s in his home country of Australia, working in the food and beverage department. He then moved on to work in a variety of operational roles acquiring expertise in developing new dining concepts and received the “Outstanding Hotel Experience” by the Singapore Tourism Awards 2021 during his tenure at Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa.

As a people-centric leader, Flynn is passionate about talent development and supporting the growth of his team. 

“Hospitality is all about people. It is about creating unforgettable memories and moments of joy for our guests, whilst keeping our colleagues engaged and inspired. I am thrilled to continue my journey within the Shangri-La family and to take Oman’s clifftop castle, Shangri-La Al Husn, to new heights,” said Flynn on his recent appointment. 

Flynn’s proven track record of exceeding customer satisfaction through his meticulous attention to detail, complemented by his creativity and out-of-the-box thinking, will ensure this iconic resort reaches unparalleled levels of service and continues to deliver truly unique and unforgettable experiences to all its guests. 

Crown and Champa Resorts Announces New Key Appointments

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Ali Navaz is the General Manager of Komandoo Island Resort & Spa, and Bahauddeen is the Resort Manager of Hurawalhi Island Resort. Jorge Amaro is the General Manager of Innahura Maldives Resort

Crown & Champa Resorts, a leading resort collection in the Maldives, has announced three new key appointments across their resorts in the Lhaviyani Atoll. The appointments include Ali Navaz as the General Manager of Komandoo Island Resort & Spa, Bahauddeen as the Resort Manager of Hurawalhi Island Resort, and Jorge Amaro as the General Manager of Innahura Maldives Resort.

Ali Navaz, a Maldivian with 22 years of experience in the hospitality industry, has been appointed as the General Manager of Komandoo Island Resort & Spa. He joined Crown & Champa Resorts five years ago and was recently promoted to Resort Manager of Hurawalhi Island Resort in March 2021.

Bahauddeen, affectionately known as Bahau, has been in the hospitality industry for 22 years and has played a key role in upholding the world-class experience at Kudadoo Maldives Private Island. He has been appointed as the Resort Manager of Hurawalhi Island Resort from January 2023.

Jorge Amaro, a Portuguese hospitality expert with 25 years of experience, has been appointed as the General Manager of Innahura Maldives Island, a 78-key resort. He brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise from his work in hotels across France, Portugal, Seychelles, and the Maldives.

Crown & Champa Resorts is known for its collection of properties that cater to every purpose of travel, offering world-class hospitality and authentic Maldivian experiences. With nine resort islands, including Kudadoo Maldives Private Island, Hurawalhi Island Resort, and Veligandu Island Resort & Spa, the resort collection provides thoughtful, attentive services that connect travelers with a passion for a life fully lived to the best of this idyllic destination.

Dwayne Krisko Appointed as the New Culinary Director at Conrad Maldives Rangali Island

Dwayne Krisko has been named as the new Culinary Director at Conrad Maldives Rangali Island, the world-famous twin-island resort that is home to the world's first underwater restaurant, Ithaa. The resort, which is part of the luxury Conrad Hotels & Resorts brand, is renowned for providing guests with an exceptional experience.

As the Culinary Director and an experienced chef, Dwayne will oversee all of the resort's culinary and food and beverage operations, including guests' culinary journeys, sustainability practices, and special events. He will use his extensive experience to bring his expertise and ideas to the resort's 12 award-winning bars and restaurants.

Dwayne brings more than 20 years of culinary experience, working in luxury hotels and resorts all over the world. Prior to joining Conrad Maldives Rangali Island, he served as Executive Culinary Director at VinGroup in Hanoi, Vietnam, where he launched new concepts and managed eco-friendly projects. He also previously held the position of Culinary Director at One & Only Reethi Rah in the Maldives.

Conrad Maldives Rangali Island is a pioneer among the Maldives' 150 resorts, known for its authentic barefoot luxury experience. The resort has been recently refurbished and continues to offer unique experiences such as the world's first underwater bedroom in its two-level residence, The MURAKA. Dwayne is excited to bring his fresh ideas to the resort and elevate guests' culinary experiences. Carla Puverel, the General Manager of Conrad Maldives Rangali Island, commented that she is delighted to have Dwayne onboard to enhance the resort's culinary offerings.

Dwayne expressed his excitement to join Conrad Maldives Rangali Island after the resort's multimillion-dollar renovation. Being the first international resort in the Maldives, he looks forward to bringing innovative F&B and culinary concepts to the resort. Carla Puverel, the General Manager, is confident that Dwayne's passion for culinary and F&B operations, combined with his experience, will elevate the guests' dining experience at their award-winning resort. With his proven track record of managing successful culinary and F&B programs, Dwayne is well-positioned to enhance the resort's sustainability practices, special events, and guest culinary journey.

GRAND HYATT GURGAON APPOINTS HERWIG KNAPEN AS EXECUTIVE CHEF

Gurgaon, February 2023: Grand Hyatt Gurgaon has appointed Herwig Knapen as its Executive Chef. Chef Knapen will be leading all the culinary outlets in the hotel and will be responsible for overseeing all food and beverage operations including menu ideation, procurement, personnel management and catering.

With over two decades of accumulated culinary and leadership experience, Executive Chef Herwig will plan and execute an expansive repertoire of menus to deliver memorable experiences to Grand Hyatt Gurgaon's guests. His strong leadership skills and zest for innovation in the kitchen, enables him to curate a smorgasbord of flavours and delicacies which will appeal to the varied tastes of our guests.

Executive Chef Herwig began his career as a pastry chef in Vietnam and has worked with a collection of the world’s best kitchens and luxury five-star hotels such as JW Marriott, Ritz-Carlton, and Shangri-La in the US, Europe, and Asia. Prior to joining Grand Hyatt Gurgaon, he was an Executive Chef at Hilton, Belgium. With a culinary certificate; a certificate for marzipan, chocolate pastries, and candy; and a culinary degree in pastries & bread, Executive Chef Herwig brings a wealth of experience with him.

Besides perfecting his culinary skills, Executive Chef Herwig focuses much attention on F1 Racing and his pet cat Ameri.  A multilingual, he is fluent in speaking Dutch, Belgian, English, German, Romanian, French, and Spanish.

About Grand Hyatt 

Around the world, Grand Hyatt hotels bring travel dreams to life by celebrating the iconic in small details and magnificent moments. Located at the crossroads of local culture and global business within major gateway cities and resort destinations, each Grand Hyatt hotel is uniquely designed to be a captivating destination within a destination. Grand Hyatt hotels deliver welcoming and elevated service, first-class accommodations and an abundance of options within a multicultural backdrop of dramatic architecture and bold and vibrant design. Grand Hyatt properties boast inventive restaurants, luxury spas, fitness centers, and business and meeting facilities.  

Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach, Novotel Vijayawada Varun, and The Bheemili Resort managed by Accor Appoints Imran Mohammed Imran Khan Their New Cluster Revenue Manager

Visakhapatnam: The Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach hotel recently appointed Mohammad Imran Khan as their Cluster Revenue Manager. Nested amongst the serene shoreline of the Bay of Bengal, the luxury hotel is thrilled to have him join their team because he brings over more than a decade of knowledge in E-Commerce, Branding, Distribution Strategy, and Channel Marketing, among other things.

As the Cluster Revenue Manager, Mohammad Imran Khan will be responsible for managing and optimizing revenue for Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach, Novotel Vijayawada Varun, and The Bheemili Resort managed by Accor within the hotel group, developing and implementing strategies to increase revenue, and providing guidance and support to the individual hotels in the cluster.

Mr. Khan is known to be result driven professional who is passionate about all aspects of hotel right from Operations, Sales and Marketing, and Revenue Management, having held similar positions at The Imperial New Delhi, Carlson Rezidor and many more.

On the occasion of the appointment, Mr. Ravi Rai, Cluster General Manager of Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach, Novotel Vijayawada Varun, and The Bheemili Resort managed by Accor commented: "We are thrilled to have Mr. Mohammad Imran Khan joined our team as the Cluster Revenue Manager. His extensive experience and knowledge in the field of revenue management will be invaluable to our organization, and we look forward to seeing the positive impact that it will have on our hotels' revenue."

Hyatt Regency Chennai is pleased to announce the promotion of Prajeesh Nair as Front Office Manager.

Chennai, February 2023 – Hyatt Regency Chennai is pleased to announce the promotion of  Prajeesh Nair as Front Office Manager. He will be responsible for overseeing the front office  operations, quality services in guest satisfaction while ensuring service standards for business  excellence.  

He has over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry with brands, such as ITC, Marriott  and Hyatt; Prajeesh possess good leadership skills and is capable of working as part of a team  in a professional and fast-paced environment. He has good project leadership abilities and  personal management skills with strong expertise in the hospitality sector.  

At Hyatt Regency Chennai, he will be responsible for overseeing the front office operations,  quality services in guest satisfaction while ensuring service standards for business excellence. Prajeesh places a great emphasis on training associates on the job and harnessing their talents.  He is a dedicated professional with the drive and skillset to excel in a fast paced leadership role  enhancing a company’s ability to improve customer retention rate and growing revenues. 

On a personal level, he is passionate about playing Cricket and Table tennis and loves to explore  the local market and the unexplored destinations.

Hyatt Regency Chennai has appointed Lakshmi N., as Human Resource Manager.

Chennai, February 2023 Hyatt Regency Chennai has appointed Lakshmi N., as Human Resource Manager. She will be seen developing, recommending, and implementing human resources strategies and policies in support of business objectives.

Lakshmi completed her MBA in HR and has over 16 years of experience in the hospitality industry. Having completed her MBA with a specialization in Human Resources Management, Lakshmi gained immense knowledge working with eminent brands in Chennai such as Courtyard by

Marriott, The Ascott Limited, Holiday Inn OMR, and Radisson Blu. In her tenure, she coordinated with senior managers to ensure smooth activities are completed and issues addressed to reinforce an assertive outlook of the organization, championed communication with the necessary use of compensation systems, tools, programs and policies, facilitated learning and development sessions and other key strategies.

She has been part of 2 pre-opening hotels in the city and was also nominated for the HR Manager of the Year by Hotelier India and won the “Because I-care Award, both in 2012. Being a creative thinker, with strong communication and grooming skills, Lakshmi aims to balance the organizational mission and the interests of the employees.

Leading Lifestyle Resort Avani Chaweng Samui Hotel & Beach Club Appoints John Parker as General Manager

Avani Hotels & Resorts is delighted to announce the appointment of John Parker as General Manager of Avani Chaweng Samui Hotel & Beach Club, Thailand as of February 2023. 

Joining the Avani team from Mari Beach Club in Bali, operations expert John Parker will focus on positioning Avani Chaweng Samui Hotel & Beach Club as the island’s leading lifestyle resort, as well as elevating SEEN Beach Club Samui’s visibility both regionally and internationally.

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Trinh Quan Huy-Philip appointed to Corporate Team @ La Business Card Hospitality

TRINH QUAN HUY PHILIP – CORPORATE DIRECTOR OF F&B

Proudly announces the appointment of Trinh Quan Huy-Philip to its corporate team at La Business Card Hospitality. As the Brand’s Director of Food & Beverage, Philip will implement and lead strategic operations to help continually enhance and innovate offerings in F&B outlets across a varied portfolio of the company.

Philip brings 20 years of extensive hospitality experience to his new role, with the majority of his career spent in travelling across Asia through Europe and currently in the US. Most of destinations including Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore and Myanmar then later on with Holland, Belgium, France and Germany. Before joining the company, Philip served as the Taskforce Food & Beverage Director for the portfolio of Aimbridge Hospitality and travelling around the states.

In his new role Philip will be responsible for developing Bars & Beverage programs as well as Restaurant concepts that drive foot traffic, revenue, and new customers. He’ll also aid in the concepting, elevate service and operational efficiency of both current and future outlets. He is a true hotelier who debuted his career on the field of F&B operations with deeply experienced in pre-opening setup team.