Revenue Expert Ritu Gupta Joins Sofitel Mumbai BKC in Key Leadership Role

Revenue Expert Ritu Gupta Joins Sofitel Mumbai BKC in Key Leadership Role

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Published on July 2, 2023

Sofitel Mumbai BKC is pleased to welcome Ritu Gupta as the Director of Revenue. With over a decade of relevant experience, Gupta brings strong leadership acumen, exceptional interpersonal skills, and a proficiency in building and nurturing stakeholder experiences. She is known for her ability to formulate tactical plans and implement effective business strategies even in challenging environments.

Gupta's educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts degree from Jai Hind University in Mumbai and a BA Hons in Hotel Management from the Institute of Hotel Management in Aurangabad. She underwent a comprehensive and specialized training program in revenue management through the Taj Management Training Program.

Her career journey began in 2012 at the Taj President Mumbai as a Revenue Executive. She then held positions as Assistant Revenue Manager, learning Cluster Revenue Management for hotels in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Coorg. Gupta later served as Revenue Manager at Taj MG Road in Bangalore before becoming the Cluster Revenue Manager for Taj Clubhouse and Vivanta IT Expressway. In these roles, she focused on identifying and resolving revenue-related issues, designing packages for different seasons, implementing tactical pricing and yield management techniques, and maximizing revenue from all channels.

In 2018, Gupta joined Park Hyatt as Director of Revenue, where she led revenue management efforts, developed effective tactics to establish the hotel as a business market leader, and emphasized total inventory controls. She then joined Bestech Hospitality as Head of Revenue, overseeing four hotels under the Radisson Blu/Radisson Hotels brand. Her most recent role was with Millennium & Copthorne Hotels, where she served as the Cluster Head of Revenue for a group of seven UK-based hotels. In these positions, Gupta strategized the post-Covid-19 business mix, analyzed recovery patterns and business outlook, and focused on pricing strategies, demand analysis, and budget planning to achieve targeted revenue goals.

At Sofitel Mumbai BKC, Gupta will bring her expertise to drive revenue growth and optimize business strategies. Her strong analytical skills and strategic mindset will contribute to the hotel's success in the evolving hospitality landscape.


Shin chan’s Movie Madness Takes Over May on Sony YAY!

Shin chan’s Movie Madness Takes Over May on Sony YAY!

By Nishang Narayan

Published on May 10, 2025

This May, it’s mischief galore as the beloved troublemaker Shin chan storms onto TV screens with his first-ever movie premieres on Sony YAY! Known for his antics and unpredictable charm, Shin chan is all set to turn your summer into a laughter-filled rollercoaster ride.

In a month-long celebration packed with action, humour, and non-stop entertainment, Sony YAY! is rolling out an exciting movie marathon every weekend. Fans can expect time travel, epic showdowns, wild battles, and of course, Shin chan’s signature silliness.

The fun kicks off with Burst! Hot Spring Battle!, where things heat up fast. Then comes Fierceness that Invites Storm! Beat up the Grown-Ups Empire!, a wild ride of rebellion and hilarity. Next, it's samurai time in Bravo! Samurai Battle! and finally, Shin chan goes untamed in The Kasukabe Wild Kingdom. Each movie is packed with outrageous adventures and laugh-out-loud moments that fans won’t want to miss.

And that’s not all—Sony YAY! is also bringing two all-time favourite Shin chan specials to its lineup for the first time ever: The Spy and Robot Dad. From going undercover to robotic dad duties, these films add even more layers to Shin chan’s universe.

Whether you're lounging at home, binge-watching with your buddies, or sharing laughs with the fam, this May is dedicated to Shin chan’s wildest stories yet. So, grab your popcorn and tune in — because this summer, May belongs to mischief. May belongs to Shin chan.


Radisson Resort & Spa Lonavala Welcomes Deepak Prasad as Executive Housekeeper

Radisson Resort & Spa Lonavala Welcomes Deepak Prasad as Executive Housekeeper

By Nishang Narayan

Published on May 9, 2025

Radisson Resort & Spa, Lonavala has announced the appointment of Deepak Prasad as its new Executive Housekeeper, marking a significant addition to the resort's leadership team.

With over 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Deepak brings deep-rooted expertise in renovations, refurbishments, guest experience, and horticulture operations. His career includes international exposure, which adds a fresh global perspective to the resort's operational excellence.

Known for his keen attention to detail and strong leadership, Deepak is expected to enhance the resort’s housekeeping operations, ensuring consistently high standards of cleanliness and guest satisfaction.

The team at Radisson Lonavala looks forward to his vision shaping a more refined and memorable guest experience across the resort.


Saurabh Arya Appointed as Associate Vice President – Domestic MICE at FCM Meetings & Events in India

Saurabh Arya Appointed as Associate Vice President – Domestic MICE at FCM Meetings & Events in India

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on May 8, 2025

Saurabh Arya has been appointed as Associate Vice President – Domestic MICE at FCM Meetings & Events in India.

With more than two decades of experience in the travel and events industry, Saurabh brings a strong background in contracting, vendor management, liaising, and project execution. He began his career with MakeMyTrip and most recently served as Senior General Manager – Procurement and Execution at Thomas Cook India Ltd.

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At FCM Meetings & Events, Saurabh will lead the domestic MICE segment, focusing on elevating event experiences and driving strategic growth across the Indian market. His appointment marks a significant step in strengthening FCM’s position in the MICE domain, combining operational excellence with innovative event delivery.

With his deep industry knowledge and leadership, FCM is set to achieve new milestones in the domestic events landscape.

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