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Arbind Singh Joins Absolute Hotel Services as Deputy Vice President, Operations & Pre-Opening

By Nishang Narayan

Published on November 29, 2024

Absolute Hotel Services India has announced the appointment of Mr. Arbind Singh as the Deputy Vice President, Operations & Pre-Opening. A seasoned hospitality professional with over 25 years of diverse experience, Mr. Singh is set to bring a process-driven approach and operational expertise to the organization’s growing portfolio.

Driving Operational Excellence

In his new role, Mr. Singh will oversee vital functions across operational and pre-opening properties, ensuring they embody the essence of the Absolute Hotel Services (AHS) brand. Known for his strategic vision and ability to transform challenges into opportunities, Singh is poised to play a key role in strengthening the company’s functional efficiencies.

Speaking about the appointment, Mr. Shalil Suvarna, Senior Vice President of Absolute Hotel Services - India & South Asia, remarked, “Considering our company’s growth trajectory, Arbind’s joining strengthens our endeavour to deliver on key performance metrics. His proven ability to create transformative experiences will add immense value to our stakeholders and teams.”

A Vision for Innovation

Expressing his enthusiasm, Mr. Singh shared, “I am genuinely excited to join Absolute Hotel Services and see tremendous latitude in this ever-evolving space of creating memorable experiences for our internal and external partners. I look forward to collaborating with our talented teams to continuously innovate and enhance our service levels to global standards.”

About Absolute Hotel Services (AHS)

Headquartered in Bangkok, Thailand, AHS is one of Asia's fastest-growing hospitality management and branding companies. With regional offices in India, Vietnam, Indonesia, Hong Kong, and Europe, the company operates a diverse portfolio of hotels, resorts, and serviced residences.

AHS brands, including U Hotels & Resorts, Eastin Grand Hotels & Resorts, Eastin Hotels, and Travelodge, cater to luxury and economy segments, resonating with global travelers and stakeholders alike. The company also ventures into niche areas such as golf through Absolute Golf Services and operates the Travelodge brand in Thailand and Vienna House under Vienna House Asia.

With Mr. Singh’s addition, Absolute Hotel Services reinforces its commitment to delivering innovative solutions and elevating hospitality standards across its global footprint.

Courtyard by Marriott Tirupati Appoints Samata Chand as Hotel Manager

By Hariharan U

Published on January 12, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Tirupati has announced the appointment of Samata Danday Chand as its Hotel Manager, bringing on board an experienced hospitality leader as the property gears up for its much-anticipated opening. The hotel is yet to open and is expected to welcome guests by April.

With over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Samata brings deep operational knowledge and a strong focus on guest satisfaction. Her leadership approach is rooted in service excellence, team empowerment, and building high-performance cultures that deliver consistent results.

She began her career with IHCL – Taj Group of Hotels, where she spent nearly a decade as Executive Housekeeper. During this phase, she successfully led several pre-opening projects and renovation initiatives, gaining strong exposure to large-scale hotel operations. She later moved into Learning & Development roles, contributing to the strengthening of talent development and training frameworks.

Samata’s career progression saw her take on senior operational roles, including Operations Manager and Director of Rooms, where she oversaw end-to-end hotel operations and played a key role in driving efficiency and service standards across departments.

Most recently, she was associated with JW Marriott Bengaluru Golfshire as Executive Assistant Manager – Rooms. In this role, she was instrumental in enhancing luxury guest experiences while maintaining operational excellence in a highly competitive environment.

Outside of her professional role, Samata is a keen traveller, an avid long-distance driver, and a dedicated yoga practitioner. She will be accompanied by her husband Kartik and their children, Akshat and Samaira, as she takes on this new assignment.

Her appointment comes at a crucial phase for Courtyard by Marriott Tirupati, as the hotel prepares for its opening and sets the foundation for strong operational performance under experienced leadership.

Grand Hyatt Mumbai Appoints Namrata Sharma as Area Director of Human Resources

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on January 12, 2026

Grand Hyatt Mumbai has announced the appointment of Namrata Sharma as Area Director of Human Resources. In her new role, Sharma will oversee the people and culture strategy for Grand Hyatt Mumbai and designated Hyatt hotels across the region, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to nurturing talent, leadership excellence, and a people-first workplace culture.

Sharma brings with her over 20 years of extensive experience across luxury hospitality and corporate organizations, with a strong focus on people strategy, leadership development, organizational culture, and HR excellence. Her professional journey spans leading hospitality brands including The Leela, Marriott, Westin, Taj Hotels, and Green Park Hotels & Resorts, along with early-career experience in the corporate sector with 24/7 Customer and Wipro.

Throughout her career in hospitality, Sharma has played a pivotal role in building high-performing teams, strengthening talent pipelines, and fostering inclusive and people-centric work environments. Her expertise in aligning business goals with human capital strategies has consistently contributed to organisational growth and service excellence.

As Area Director of Human Resources, Sharma will be responsible for talent acquisition and development, succession planning, employee engagement, performance management, and strengthening HR governance frameworks. She will also champion Hyatt’s values and service culture, ensuring consistent people practices and meaningful employee experiences across all teams.

Reflecting on her appointment, Sharma said she strongly believes that people are at the heart of every great organisation. She emphasised that leading with integrity, empathy, and purpose enables teams to thrive, innovate, and deliver exceptional guest experiences. She added that she looks forward to building on Grand Hyatt Mumbai’s legacy of excellence, world-class hospitality, and innovation, while nurturing a culture that continues to set benchmarks for guest experiences in the city and beyond.

With this appointment, Grand Hyatt Mumbai further strengthens its leadership team, reinforcing its focus on people development as a key driver of service excellence and long-term success.

Crowne Plaza Muscat OCEC Appoints Chandan Sharma as Director of Sales & Marketing

By Hariharan U

Published on January 12, 2026

Crowne Plaza Muscat Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre has announced the appointment of Chandan Sharma as its new Director of Sales & Marketing, reinforcing the hotel’s leadership team as it sharpens its commercial focus and market positioning.

Chandan brings with him over 16 years of experience across sales, marketing, and commercial leadership roles within the luxury and upper-upscale hospitality space. Known for his results-driven approach, he has consistently delivered revenue growth, built strong commercial teams, and enhanced brand visibility in highly competitive markets.

Before joining Crowne Plaza Muscat OCEC, Chandan held senior roles with several leading global hospitality brands. His career journey includes key positions with Shangri-La Hotels, Radisson Hotel Group, Marriott International under the Sheraton Grand, and The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts. Across these roles, he has led hotel sales strategies, managed MICE, catering and banquets, overseen regional sales operations, and driven integrated marketing initiatives.

Over the years, Chandan has earned recognition for achieving sustained year-on-year revenue growth and exceeding budget targets across rooms as well as catering segments. His experience also includes managing high-profile events and government delegations, along with leading landmark large-scale initiatives, one of which received recognition under a Guinness World Record. He is also a recipient of the South Asia Travel Award (SATA).

In his new role, Chandan will oversee the overall sales and marketing strategy at Crowne Plaza Muscat OCEC. His responsibilities include strengthening key partnerships, expanding MICE and corporate segments, and positioning the property for steady growth across both domestic and international markets. The appointment reflects the hotel’s focus on long-term commercial performance and a strong market-led approach.

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Arbind Singh Joins Absolute Hotel Services as Deputy Vice President, Operations & Pre-Opening

Driving Operational Excellence

A Vision for Innovation

About Absolute Hotel Services (AHS)

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