Atmosphere Core has announced the appointment of Mohamed Mansour as General Manager of OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi and OBLU SELECT Lobigili, strengthening the leadership of the two resorts within its COLOURS OF OBLU portfolio in the Maldives.

With more than 21 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Mansour brings extensive operational expertise and a strong focus on guest experience and team leadership to his new role.

Mansour began his career in Front Office before progressing through the Room Division, building experience across hotel operations, service delivery, guest relations and team management. Over the course of his career, he has held leadership positions with international hospitality groups and gained experience across diverse properties, markets and operational environments.

Known for his hands-on leadership style and people-focused approach, Mansour combines operational discipline with an emphasis on developing teams and creating memorable guest experiences.

In his new position, he will oversee the day-to-day operations of OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi and OBLU SELECT Lobigili, while supporting the continued growth and distinct positioning of both island resorts.

Commenting on his appointment, Mohamed Mansour, General Manager, OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi & OBLU SELECT Lobigili, said, “We put people at the heart of everything we do. True leadership transforms challenges into opportunities and teams into families, all while delivering extraordinary guest experiences.”

Ashwin Handa, Chief Operating Officer, Atmosphere Core, said that Mansour's appointment comes at an important stage for both resorts, which have established distinct identities and dynamic operations.

He added that Mansour's experience in leading resort operations, together with his focus on people and service, would be an asset to both teams.

The appointment adds to Atmosphere Core's leadership strength as the hospitality group continues to expand its portfolio across South Asia and international markets.

Atmosphere Core currently operates nine resorts in the Maldives and one heritage hotel in India, while its development pipeline includes hotels and resorts across several destinations in India, along with projects in Italy, the Maldives, Nepal and Sri Lanka.

About Atmosphere Core:

Atmosphere Core is a hospitality group with a portfolio spanning THE OZEN COLLECTION, COLOURS OF OBLU, Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts, and ONE Atmosphere. The group focuses on destination-led hospitality, sustainable stays and guest experiences built around its founding ethos of Joy of Giving

Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty is preparing a new chapter for Colony Clubhouse & Grill with the appointment of Chef Mohamed Galhoum, who will lead the culinary repositioning of the hotel's celebrated dining destination.

Chef Mohamed brings 9 years and 8 months of experience across luxury hospitality kitchens in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Egypt. His career includes roles at leading properties such as Andaz The Palm, The Meydan Hotel, Sheraton Sharjah Beach Resort and Sheraton Jeddah, where he gained experience across restaurants, banquets and à la carte operations.

Currently serving as Sous Chef at Andaz The Palm in Dubai, Chef Mohamed has worked across Arabic, Mediterranean and international cuisine. His experience also covers menu planning, recipe development, food cost management, quality assurance and kitchen team leadership.

He has also been involved in pre-opening restaurant operations, production planning and recipe standardisation, giving him experience across both the creative and operational sides of running a culinary destination.

With his appointment, Colony Clubhouse & Grill is set to introduce a refreshed culinary identity while holding on to its warm and relaxed character. The new direction will focus on a more considered menu, combining strong culinary foundations with contemporary interpretations and quality ingredients.

The repositioning will also look beyond the menu to the overall dining experience. The restaurant aims to create a setting that works equally well for relaxed get-togethers, leisurely meals and memorable evenings by the waterfront.

The move is part of Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty's ongoing efforts to develop its culinary offerings and create distinctive experiences for both local diners and hotel guests.

As Chef Mohamed and his team begin shaping the restaurant's next phase, Colony Clubhouse & Grill is expected to bring together its familiar hospitality with a fresh culinary perspective, with the new experience set to unfold in the coming months.

Chef Mohamed Galhoum is a culinary professional with 9 years and 8 months of experience across luxury hotel kitchens in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Egypt. His expertise includes Arabic, Mediterranean and international cuisine, along with kitchen operations, menu development, team leadership, food cost management, quality assurance and pre-opening restaurant operations.

He has held culinary positions at Andaz The Palm, The Meydan Hotel, Sheraton Sharjah Beach Resort, Sheraton Jeddah and other hospitality establishments across the region.

The Aarlis Hotel Panchkula, Vignette Collection by IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced a series of leadership appointments across key functions as the hotel builds its executive team. The appointments cover sales and marketing, food and beverage, finance, human resources and culinary operations.

Working alongside General Manager Neelabh Chugh, the new leadership team brings extensive experience from leading Indian and international hospitality brands. The team will focus on strengthening the hotel’s operations while creating the distinctive guest experiences associated with Vignette Collection.

Varun Goel Appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing

With more than 16 years of hospitality experience, Varun Goel has joined The Aarlis Hotel Panchkula, Vignette Collection by IHG as Director of Sales & Marketing.

His career includes roles with IHCL, Taj Group of Hotels, Lemon Tree Hotels, Hyatt Hotels Corporation and IHG Hotels & Resorts. He has worked across key markets including Bengaluru, Delhi, Gurugram, Amritsar, Jaipur, Chandigarh and Dehradun.

At The Aarlis Hotel Panchkula, Varun will focus on building the hotel’s market presence, developing strategic partnerships and positioning the property as a preferred luxury destination in the region.

Narender Maan Appointed as Director of Food & Beverage

Narender Maan joins the hotel as Director of Food & Beverage with nearly two decades of luxury hospitality experience.

His career spans brands including IHG Hotels & Resorts, The Leela, Hyatt Regency, Kempinski, Radisson Blu MBD and The Grand.

In his new role, he will lead the development of dining concepts and work on strengthening the hotel’s food and beverage offering through innovation, quality and personalised service.

Jagdeep Garhwal Appointed as Director of Finance

A qualified Chartered Accountant, Jagdeep Garhwal has been appointed Director of Finance. He brings experience from Hyatt Regency Chandigarh, Hyatt Pune and The Lalit Chandigarh.

With expertise in hotel pre-openings, financial planning and business support, Jagdeep will focus on financial performance, governance and sustainable growth as the hotel establishes itself in the market.

Ritu Singh Appointed as Human Resources Manager

Ritu Singh joins as Human Resources Manager, bringing more than 21 years of hospitality experience across ITC Hotels, Marriott International and Radisson Hotel Group.

Her experience covers operations, learning and development, quality and human resources. At The Aarlis Hotel Panchkula, she will focus on building a high-performing team and developing a workplace culture that reflects the warmth and personalised hospitality associated with Vignette Collection.

Ajit Kumar Tiwari Appointed as Executive Chef

With more than 25 years of culinary experience in luxury hospitality, Ajit Kumar Tiwari has joined the hotel as Executive Chef.

His career includes leading hospitality brands such as The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group, DoubleTree by Hilton, Vivanta by Taj, JW Marriott, Renaissance Hotels and The Orchid Hotel.

With a strong interest in regional gastronomy, Chef Ajit will bring the flavours and culinary heritage of Haryana to the hotel’s dining experience. His signature creation, “The Legacy of Haryana,” celebrates the region’s diverse food culture through its distinctive flavours, age-old techniques and traditional recipes.

The Aarlis Hotel Panchkula, Vignette Collection by IHG is part of the wider Vignette Collection, which includes properties across Europe, North America, Australia and the Middle East. The collection includes Th8 Palm Dubai Beach Resort, Vignette Collection, Arabella Beach Hotel Kuwait, Vignette Collection, Aldhafra Resort, Vignette Collection and Ciel Dubai Marina, Vignette Collection.

Other properties in the collection include Convent Square Lisbon, Vignette Collection and Casa da Companhia, Vignette Collection in Portugal, Yours Truly DC, Vignette Collection in the United States and The Ava Hotel Brisbane, Vignette Collection in Australia.

With its new leadership team in place, The Aarlis Hotel Panchkula is strengthening its focus across operations, dining, guest experience and commercial performance as it builds its presence as IHG’s first Vignette Collection hotel in India and South West Asia.