Mercure Hyderabad KCP has appointed Amit Kumar as its new Food and Beverage Manager. With over 11 years of diverse experience in the hospitality industry, Kumar brings a clear vision to enhance the hotel's culinary offerings and deliver standout guest experiences.

Kumar’s professional journey includes notable positions with well-known hotel brands such as Sheraton Hyderabad, The Westin Pune, The Westin Chennai, and Novotel Airport Hyderabad. In his most recent role at Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre, he served as Banquet Manager, where he led high-profile events and implemented systems that improved both operational efficiency and guest satisfaction.

At Mercure Hyderabad KCP, Kumar will be responsible for managing all food and beverage operations, including the hotel’s popular dining outlets, banquet services, and in-room dining. His focus will be on driving innovation, raising service standards, and curating memorable culinary experiences that reflect the Mercure brand's unique identity.

Amandeep Singh, General Manager at Mercure Hyderabad KCP, shared, “We are excited to welcome Mr. Amit Kumar to our leadership team. His proven track record in operations, passion for hospitality, and creative approach to food and beverage management make him the ideal choice to lead our F&B division into the next phase of growth.”

An alumnus of IHM Ranjita, Bhubaneswar, Kumar is known for his result-oriented leadership, hands-on approach, and the ability to foster guest loyalty through exceptional service.

Speaking about his new role, Amit Kumar said, “It is a privilege to join the Mercure Hyderabad KCP as Food and Beverage Manager. I look forward to bringing fresh ideas to the table and curating delightful culinary moments for our guests while mentoring a team that shares the same commitment to excellence.”

Ibis Styles Mysuru has announced the appointment of Uttaran Acharya as its new Front Office Manager. With a rich career of over ten years in the hospitality industry, Acharya brings deep expertise in front office operations, guest relations, and team leadership.

Before joining Ibis Styles Mysuru, Acharya served as Assistant Front Office Manager (Operational Head) at The Leela Bhartiya City, Bengaluru, where he successfully streamlined operations, improved guest satisfaction, and led strategic service quality initiatives. His prior experience includes key roles with prominent hotel brands such as Radisson Bengaluru City Center, Royal Orchid Central, The Lalit Great Eastern Kolkata, and Le Meridien Kochi.

In his new role, Acharya will lead the front office team with a strong focus on guest experience, service excellence, and operational efficiency. His strong background in customer service and process optimization is expected to further strengthen the hotel’s commitment to delivering top-notch hospitality.

Ganesh Ram Iyer, Hotel Manager at ibis Styles Mysuru, said, "We are delighted to welcome Uttaran to the ibis Styles Mysuru family. His proven track record in managing dynamic teams and delivering memorable guest experiences aligns perfectly with our brand’s vision. We are confident that his leadership will further elevate our service standards and contribute to our continued growth."

Acharya holds a Bachelor of Science in Hotel Management from Punjab Technical University and is fluent in English, Hindi, and Bengali.

Holiday Inn has appointed Harpreet Kaur Bakshi as the Cluster Marketing Manager for its two prominent properties in Delhi NCR—Holiday Inn New Delhi Mayur Vihar Noida and Holiday Inn Gurugram Sector 90. In her new role, Bakshi will lead the marketing and communications strategies for both hotels, aligning them with overall business goals and enhancing brand presence in the competitive NCR market.

Bakshi brings with her over 13 years of experience in the hospitality sector, marked by a strong portfolio in implementing effective marketing strategies, building brand visibility, collaborating with like-minded partners, and executing impactful campaigns.

Prior to this, she served as Cluster Marketing Communications Manager at Hilton Gurugram Baani City Centre and DoubleTree by Hilton Gurugram Baani Square. Her contributions included expanding digital visibility, creating effective marketing campaigns, and playing a key role in the pre-opening phase of Hilton Gurugram Baani City Centre.

Her earlier career also includes stints at ITC WelcomHotel Dwarka, Eros Hotel New Delhi Nehru Place, and The Metropolitan Hotel & Spa, further cementing her reputation as a seasoned marketing professional in the hospitality landscape.

Welcoming her to the team, Anurag Rai, General Manager of Holiday Inn New Delhi Mayur Vihar Noida, said, "We are excited to welcome Harpreet to our team and look forward to her valuable contribution in driving our marketing initiatives and reinforcing our hotel's presence."

Nitinn Sharma, General Manager of Holiday Inn Gurugram Sector 90, added, "We are pleased to welcome Harpreet to our team, and I am confident that her extensive experience in the hospitality landscape will be invaluable in implementing strategic campaigns that resonate with our guests."

Expressing her excitement about the new opportunity, Bakshi said, "I am excited to join the IHG brand and I look forward to collaborating with the exceptional teams to contribute to the growth of these two iconic hotels."