Hotel Corus, located in the heart of Connaught Place, Delhi, proudly announces the appointment of Mr. Arun Sharma as its new Operations Manager. A seasoned hospitality professional, Arun Sharma brings extensive experience in hotel operations and guest relations, with a proven track record of enhancing service standards and driving operational excellence. His expertise in streamlining processes and elevating guest satisfaction is set to strengthen the hotel’s position as a trusted destination for business and leisure travelers.

In his new role, Arun Sharma will oversee all day-to-day operations at Hotel Corus, ensuring seamless coordination among departments and delivering the brand’s commitment to high-quality hospitality. His leadership will focus on implementing innovative service strategies, fostering team growth, and curating exceptional guest experiences that reflect the hotel’s core values.

With this appointment, Hotel Corus reinforces its dedication to providing outstanding hospitality in one of Delhi’s most iconic locations. The team at Hospitalitynews congratulates Arun Sharma on his new role and looks forward to seeing him lead Hotel Corus to even greater achievements in service excellence.

Hotel Corus – Where Hospitality Meets Excellence

 The St. Regis Mumbai has strengthened its culinary team with the appointment of Li Qiang as Master Chef Chinese, who will now helm the hotel’s award-winning Asian specialty restaurant, By The Mekong.

With a distinguished culinary journey spanning more than two decades, Chef Li brings with him unmatched expertise in authentic Chinese cuisine. His specialisation covers a wide range of regional styles including Sichuan, Cantonese, Guangdong, Beijing, and Shanghainese. A graduate in Chinese Food Technology, his craft reflects both deep-rooted tradition and modern finesse, offering guests an immersive dining experience.

Chef Li’s global career includes working across celebrated culinary hubs such as Singapore, Dubai, Doha, and Qatar, where he honed his skills in blending authenticity with innovation. His diverse background makes him uniquely placed to lead By The Mekong, one of Mumbai’s most celebrated Asian dining destinations, located at the Penthouse level of St. Regis Mumbai.

Speaking about his new role, Chef Li Qiang shared, “Cooking is my greatest passion, and my joy lies in watching guests taste, pause, and smile. At By The Mekong, I look forward to sharing the true essence of Chinese cuisine with dishes that carry both heart and soul, while guests soak in the stunning Mumbai cityscape”.

The appointment of Chef Li Qiang underlines St. Regis Mumbai’s commitment to bringing world-class culinary talent to its kitchens, offering diners not just a meal, but an experience steeped in culture, authenticity, and artistry.

 Treebo Hospitality Ventures (THV) has announced the elevation of Hardik Goyal as founding partner, recognising his decade-long journey of shaping the company’s vision, building strong teams, and driving growth in India’s affordable hospitality sector.

Since THV’s inception, Goyal has played a pivotal role in establishing the company as one of the most trusted players in the segment. Over the years, he has been instrumental in grooming future leaders, strengthening the organisation’s culture, and steering its transformation into a technology-led hospitality brand.

In addition to his new designation, Goyal will continue as Chief Commercial Officer, where he oversees all revenue-generating functions including brand direct sales, corporate sales, OTA partnerships, pricing, and revenue planning. His efforts in building sustainable demand systems, designing pricing strategies, and creating property-level performance models have been key to delivering consistent value to both guests and hotel partners.

As founding partner, Goyal will now take on an expanded mandate that focuses on strengthening THV’s presence in tier-2, tier-3, and tier-4 cities, accelerating hotel portfolio growth, and scaling the company’s technology-driven Hotel Superhero platform. He will also collaborate closely with co-founder Sidharth Gupta to shape Treebo’s long-term strategy, foster high-performing teams, and spearhead innovations in guest experience and operational efficiency.

Sidharth Gupta, co-founder and CEO of Treebo Hospitality Ventures, said, “Hardik’s journey with Treebo is a testament to his dedication, vision, and relentless pursuit of excellence. We are grateful for his steadfast leadership through every challenge and opportunity, and for being an inspiring force for our team. As founding partner, his expertise and passion will continue to drive Treebo to new heights”.

Widely admired within the organisation for his empathetic and empowering leadership style, Goyal is known for promoting a culture of meritocracy, ownership, and collaboration. Many colleagues have thrived under his mentorship, reflecting his long-lasting impact on the company’s people-first culture.

Sharing his thoughts on the elevation, Goyal said, “It has been an extraordinary honour to contribute to Treebo’s journey over the past decade, a period defined by shared vision and resilience. I am deeply thankful for the trust, collaboration, and unwavering support of our exceptional team, which has been the cornerstone of our success. As founding partner, I look forward to leading with renewed purpose expanding THV’s footprint, enhancing guest experiences, and pioneering solutions that will redefine hospitality in India”.

With this elevation, Treebo reaffirms its confidence in Goyal’s leadership as the company enters a new phase of growth, innovation, and expansion.