Pullman Hotels & Resorts has announced two key appointments at Pullman Chennai, bolstering its leadership team and strengthening its foothold in South India’s corporate and MICE market.

Sabarinath R joins as Director of Sales and Marketing, bringing over two decades of experience in luxury hospitality sales and marketing. He previously served as Vice President – Business Development (South) at Foodlink F&B Holdings and as Director of Sales & Marketing at The Leela Palace Chennai. Known for driving exceptional performance, Sabarinath has led successful pre-opening teams, MICE and catering operations, and strategic pricing initiatives. His tenure at The Leela Palace Chennai saw record achievements, including an RGI Index of 139 and the #1 ADR position in February 2024. He was also honoured as Chief Closing Officer of the Year (2022) and HOD of the Year (2014–15) for his leadership excellence.

Joining him is Anish C. Mohan, appointed as Director of Sales. Anish brings extensive experience across hospitality sales and business development, with leadership roles at Taj Coromandel Chennai, The Leela Palaces & Resorts, and aloft Chennai. His expertise spans strategic planning, revenue optimisation, and client relationship management, with proven success in driving growth across corporate, MICE, and leisure segments in competitive South Indian markets.

Commenting on the appointments, Vinodh Ramamurthy, General Manager, Pullman Chennai, said, “We are delighted to welcome Sabarinath and Anish to the Pullman Chennai family. Their extensive experience, strategic insights, and deep understanding of the South Indian market will be instrumental in strengthening our market presence and delivering exceptional experiences to our guests. These appointments reflect our commitment to growth, innovation, and maintaining Pullman’s position as a leading destination for both business and leisure travellers.”

With these appointments, Pullman Chennai continues to expand its corporate and MICE offerings, ensuring guests experience innovative sales strategies, personalised service, and world-class hospitality synonymous with the Pullman brand.