Hilton and Hilton Garden Inn Bengaluru Embassy Manyata Business Park have announced the appointment of Natarajan Balasubramanian as Commercial Director, marking a significant addition to the leadership team across both properties.

With over 16 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Natarajan brings strong expertise in sales strategy, revenue management, market positioning, and team leadership. In his new role, he will oversee the complete commercial function, including sales, marketing, business development, and strategic partnerships. His focus will be on driving sustained growth across corporate, MICE, leisure, and social segments.

Before joining Hilton, Natarajan held senior leadership roles with leading hospitality brands such as The Leela Group, Grand Hyatt Kochi, The Westin, and Le Méridien. Over the years, he has consistently demonstrated sharp business acumen by diversifying revenue streams, enhancing brand visibility, and delivering results in competitive markets. He has also played an important role in expanding residential weddings and strengthening both government and private sector business portfolios.

Natarajan holds a Bachelor’s degree in Hotel Management and Catering Science from Madurai Kamaraj University. He is known for his strategic thinking, collaborative leadership approach, and ability to build high-performing teams while nurturing long-term client relationships.

In his new role, Natarajan will work closely with the leadership teams at Hilton and Hilton Garden Inn Bengaluru Embassy Manyata Business Park to enhance market share, drive revenue performance, and strengthen the hotels’ positioning as preferred destinations for business and leisure travellers in North Bengaluru.