Lyfe Hotels Bhubaneswar is excited to announce the appointment of Vaishakh Surendran as its new general manager. With over 24 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Surendran brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his new role. Known for his extensive background in hotel and resort operations, particularly in front office management, he has consistently delivered top-tier results throughout his career. Before joining Lyfe Hotels Bhubaneswar, Surendran served as general manager at Ramada Chennai Potheri, where he played a pivotal role in the property's rebranding from SRM to Ramada. His previous experience also includes serving as general manager at Mercure Chennai Sriperumbudur. Throughout his career, he has held leadership positions with reputable organizations such as Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott, Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Radisson, Fortune Park Hotels, and Taj. Surendran began his hospitality journey with Hilton Worldwide and The Leela Palaces, Hotels, and Resorts. On his appointment, Surendran expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “I am extremely delighted to join the team at Lyfe Hotels and Resorts, Bhubaneswar. My career has always been driven by a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences, and I look forward to continuing this journey with the talented team at Lyfe. Together, I am confident we will elevate the guest experience and set new benchmarks for hospitality in Bhubaneswar.” Dhiman Mazumdar, Chief Operating Officer at Lyfe Hotels and Resorts, also commented on the appointment, saying, “We are thrilled to welcome Vaishakh Surendran to the Lyfe Hotels family. His proven leadership and deep understanding of the hospitality sector will undoubtedly contribute to the continued success of our property.” Surendran's leadership is expected to enhance the guest experience at Lyfe Hotels Bhubaneswar, positioning the property for continued growth and success in the competitive hospitality landscape.
Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty has announced the appointment of Vikash Kumar as its new Assistant Director of Food & Beverage, further reinforcing the hotel’s focus on operational excellence and elevated guest experiences across dining and events. In his new role, Vikash will oversee food and beverage operations, banquet performance and service delivery, supporting the hotel’s continued emphasis on consistency, quality and guest-focused innovation. With over a decade of experience across F&B service, banquet operations and large-scale event planning, he brings a strong blend of operational depth and people-led leadership. Vikash began his hospitality journey in 2014 with Hyderabad Marriott Hotel & Convention Center and Courtyard by Marriott, where he developed a solid foundation in food and beverage service and guest engagement. Over the years, he progressed through several leadership roles, gaining hands-on experience in managing high-volume operations and complex event environments. He joined the Hyatt family in September 2022 as Events Planning Manager at Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty, where he played a key role in executing high-profile events and strengthening banquet operations. He later moved to Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Center as Banquet Manager and was promoted to Assistant Food & Beverage Manager in March 2025. A graduate in Hotel Management and Catering Technology, Vikash is known for his disciplined, collaborative approach and his commitment to building high-performing teams. His return to Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty reflects the hotel’s continued focus on nurturing internal talent and developing leaders aligned with Hyatt’s values of care, consistency and service excellence. About Grand Hyatt Around the world, Grand Hyatt hotels bring travel dreams to life by celebrating the iconic in small details and magnificent moments. Located at the crossroads of local culture and global business within major gateway cities