Crowne Plaza Greater Noida Bolsters Leadership with Two Key Appointments

Crowne Plaza Greater Noida Bolsters Leadership with Two Key Appointments

By Nishang Narayan

Published on July 8, 2025

Crowne Plaza Greater Noida is proud to announce the addition of two seasoned hospitality professionals to its leadership team. Abhishek Sharma joins as the new Front Office Manager, while Simmy Chaudhary steps in as the Executive Housekeeper. Together, they bring over two decades of rich experience and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional guest service.

Abhishek Sharma – Front Office Manager

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With over a decade of experience in the hospitality industry, Abhishek Sharma brings deep expertise and operational insight from some of the most respected hotel brands, including Oberoi Hotels & Resorts, Taj, Accor, and Radisson. Prior to joining Crowne Plaza Greater Noida, he held senior positions such as Front Office Manager at Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre and Park Plaza Chandigarh-Zirakpur, where he played a pivotal role in enhancing guest experience and streamlining front office operations.

His strategic thinking, team leadership, and guest-centric approach are well aligned with the Crowne Plaza brand values.

Simmy Chaudhary – Executive Housekeeper

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Joining the team as Executive Housekeeper, Simmy Chaudhary brings 13 years of extensive experience in the housekeeping and guest service domain. Before this role, Simmy served as the Assistant Executive Housekeeper at St. Regis Mumbai, and has held key housekeeping roles across renowned hotels such as Taj Palace Delhi, The Park, Eros Nehru Place, Radisson Blu Kaushambhi, Best Western, and Claridges Nabha Mussoorie, among others. She has also worked at notable properties across India including Radisson Blu Udaipur, Royal Retreat Resort Udaipur, Hyatt Regency Ludhiana, and Trident Agra.

Simmy specializes in strategic planning, operational excellence, cleanliness standards, and enhancing guest comfort. Known for her hands-on approach and attention to detail, she is committed to maintaining the highest levels of hygiene and quality across the property.

Welcoming the new leaders, Sharad K Upadhyay, General Manager of Crowne Plaza Greater Noida, shared: “The backbone of any successful hotel is its people, and we are truly fortunate to welcome Abhishek Sharma and Simmy Chaudhary to our team. Their wealth of experience, passion for service, and commitment to excellence perfectly align with our mission to deliver outstanding hospitality. I am confident that their leadership will further elevate our standards and guest satisfaction.”

These strategic appointments mark a significant step forward in Crowne Plaza Greater Noida’s journey to provide world-class hospitality. The entire team looks forward to the leadership and contributions of both Abhishek Sharma and Simmy Chaudhary as they embark on this new chapter.


Grand Mercure Bangalore Appoints Nilesh Kumar as Food & Beverage Manager

Grand Mercure Bangalore Appoints Nilesh Kumar as Food & Beverage Manager

By Hariharan U

Published on September 8, 2025

Grand Mercure Bangalore has appointed Nilesh Kumar as its new food & beverage manager, further strengthening its leadership team with his extensive expertise in luxury hospitality and guest experience management. With over a decade of experience across India’s finest hotels, Kumar brings a proven track record of driving operational excellence, enhancing guest satisfaction, and leading high-performing teams.

He joins Grand Mercure Bangalore from Renaissance Bengaluru Racecourse Hotel, where he served as assistant food & beverage manager, spearheading daily operations across multiple outlets, optimising profitability, and elevating service standards. His career journey also includes impactful tenures at Taj West End, Sheraton Grand Whitefield, and The Oberoi, Bengaluru, where he successfully delivered exceptional guest experiences, implemented innovative service enhancements, and managed pre-openings.

Commenting on the appointment, Parag Shah, general manager, Grand Mercure Bangalore, said, “We are delighted to welcome Nilesh to the Grand Mercure Bangalore family. His wealth of experience across iconic hospitality brands, coupled with his commitment to service excellence, will further enrich our food and beverage offerings. We are confident that his vision and passion will bring fresh perspectives and set new benchmarks in creating exceptional experiences for our guests”.

Kumar holds a bachelor’s degree in hospitality management from Punjab Technical University and is recognised for his ability to reimagine F&B operations while maintaining a strong focus on staff training, guest engagement, and profitability. With his appointment, Grand Mercure Bangalore reaffirms its commitment to curating exceptional dining experiences that blend tradition, innovation, and heartfelt hospitality.


Fairmont Udaipur Palace Appoints Harsh Champawat as Hotel Manager

Fairmont Udaipur Palace Appoints Harsh Champawat as Hotel Manager

By Hariharan U

Published on September 6, 2025

Fairmont Udaipur Palace has appointed Harsh Champawat as hotel manager, adding a seasoned leader to its pre-opening team. With more than a decade of experience across India and international markets, Champawat combines operational expertise, strategic foresight, and a passion for delivering elevated luxury hospitality.

 He has been instrumental in shaping the resort’s service ethos, driving operational performance, and curating guest experiences that blend grandeur with warmth. Before joining Fairmont Udaipur, Champawat served as hotel manager at The Pierre, A Taj Hotel, New York, where he led operations while maintaining the property’s storied reputation and delivering Taj’s signature hospitality on a global stage.

His career began with Taj Hotels as a management trainee, progressing through iconic properties including Umaid Bhawan Palace, Taj Mahal Palace Mumbai, and Taj Palace New Delhi, where he advanced to director of operations. International stints at Taj 51 Buckingham Gate and St. James’ Court, London, enriched his understanding of luxury clientele and global market dynamics. Champawat’s leadership is rooted in empowerment, precision, and purpose, setting the tone for a guest journey that is both refined and memorable at Fairmont Udaipur Palace.


Marriott International Appoints Kiran Andicot as SVP, South Asia

Marriott International Appoints Kiran Andicot as SVP, South Asia

By Hariharan U

Published on September 6, 2025

Marriott International has appointed Kiran Andicot as senior vice president to lead its South Asia portfolio, overseeing operations, development, and strategic growth across India, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Nepal, and Bangladesh.

In this expanded role, Andicot will align growth with operating performance, strengthen owner partnerships, accelerate hotel conversions and openings, and reinforce regional leadership. With nearly 30 years of experience spanning hotel operations, consultancy, planning, feasibility studies, and development, Andicot joined Marriott’s development and feasibility team in 2006 and has risen steadily over a 19-year tenure.

He has been instrumental in driving growth momentum, signing over 220 hotels in South Asia, including a record 42 hotels and 7,000 rooms in India in 2024, and recently securing a landmark deal with Concept Hospitality to affiliate The Fern portfolio of 115 properties with Series by Marriott. These initiatives extend Marriott’s reach beyond gateway cities into Tier 2 and 3 locations such as Surat, Shimla, Jalandhar, and Coorg, while also diversifying the portfolio into the residences segment. Andicot’s vast expertise and deep market knowledge continue to strengthen Marriott’s position as the largest hospitality chain in India, reinforcing its trajectory of sustained growth in the region.

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