Suba Hotels Limited has announced the appointment of Hakimuddin Kanorwala as its Chief Finance Officer (CFO), strengthening its financial leadership team.

A qualified Chartered Accountant and an alumnus of Indian Institute of Management Calcutta, where he completed a one-year Executive CFO Programme, Kanorwala brings a strong academic and professional foundation to his new role.

With over 15 years of experience in finance and accounts, he has built deep expertise across financial planning and analysis, budgeting, treasury, taxation, compliance, risk management, governance, strategic finance, and financial reporting.

Over the course of his career, Kanorwala has been associated with leading hospitality brands such as Hilton Hotels, Accor Hotels, and The Indian Hotels Company Limited, gaining strong domain expertise across global and Indian markets.

Prior to joining Suba Hotels Limited, he served as Corporate Director – Finance at Roots Corporation Limited, which operates the Ginger Hotels brand under the IHCL Group. In this role, he was part of the key management team and oversaw the organisation’s overall financial function.

Known for his strategic approach, Kanorwala has played a pivotal role in driving financial decision-making, supporting business growth, strengthening financial planning and discipline, and enhancing governance frameworks and internal controls. He has also led process transformation initiatives through technology and automation.

With this appointment, Suba Hotels Limited continues to reinforce its leadership structure, aiming to drive financial efficiency and sustainable growth in the competitive hospitality landscape.

Hyatt Regency Ahmedabad has announced the appointment of Sumeet Ahire as Cluster Revenue Director, reinforcing its strategic leadership in revenue management.

Bringing close to two decades of experience in hospitality revenue management and reservations, Sumeet is known for blending analytical expertise with a strong understanding of guest dynamics and market trends.

In his new role, he will lead the overall revenue strategy across properties, focusing on pricing, forecasting, distribution, and performance analysis. His mandate includes driving sustainable revenue growth, strengthening market positioning, and enhancing overall profitability.

Over the course of his career, Sumeet has been associated with globally respected hospitality brands such as Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts, Taj Hotels, and Ventive Hospitality. His diverse experience across leading hotel groups has equipped him with a strong commercial perspective and operational insight.

Recognised for his collaborative leadership style and sharp analytical acumen, Sumeet has consistently contributed to improving commercial performance and driving strategic outcomes. His ability to align revenue goals with guest experience makes him well-positioned to support the hotels’ long-term business objectives.

Sharing his thoughts on the new role, Sumeet Ahire said, “I am excited to take on this new role and be part of the Hyatt family. I look forward to collaborating with the talented team at the property to drive revenue growth and maintain the stellar reputation for delivering exceptional guest experiences.”

With this appointment, Hyatt Regency Ahmedabad continues to strengthen its commercial leadership, further enhancing its positioning as one of the city’s leading business hospitality destinations

Fairfield by Marriott Jaipur has announced the appointment of Vijay Singh as its new Chief Engineer, further strengthening its operational leadership team.

With over 15 years of experience in hotel engineering and facilities management, Singh brings a well-rounded skill set spanning preventive maintenance, energy optimization, safety compliance, and operational efficiency within the hospitality sector.

Prior to this role, he served as Chief Engineer at Accor IBIS Jaipur, where he successfully led engineering operations for a multi-facility property. His professional journey also includes tenures with leading hospitality brands such as Hilton Jaipur, Radisson Blu Nagpur, Marriott Renaissance Ahmedabad, The Oberoi Rajvilas Jaipur, and Taj Umaid Bhawan Palace Jodhpur. This diverse experience has equipped him with deep insights across luxury, upscale, and business hotel environments.

Recognized for his hands-on leadership approach, Singh has consistently implemented effective preventive maintenance programs, energy conservation initiatives, and cost-optimization strategies. His contributions have enhanced operational performance while ensuring elevated guest comfort and seamless service delivery.

His expertise also extends to managing critical infrastructure, conducting safety audits, and mentoring engineering teams to uphold high operational standards. Over the years, Singh has been honoured with several accolades, including the prestigious Marriott Asia Pacific Promises of the Year Award 2018, along with multiple performance and leadership recognitions.

With this appointment, Fairfield by Marriott Jaipur reinforces its commitment to operational excellence and infrastructure strength, aiming to deliver consistent and high-quality guest experiences under Singh’s leadership.