Ritu Rana Appointed Director of Sales & Marketing at The Westin Mumbai

Ritu Rana Appointed Director of Sales & Marketing at The Westin Mumbai

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Published on March 5, 2024

The Westin Mumbai Powai Lake and Lakeside Chalet recently welcomed Ritu Rana as their new Director of Sales & Marketing. With over 14 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Rana brings a wealth of knowledge and a track record of exceeding targets to her new role. Having worked with renowned brands like Marriott International and Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., she is well-versed in sales and revenue management.

Rana's leadership style is characterized by her intuitive and creative approach, focusing on driving revenue growth and nurturing talent within her teams. In her new position, she will be overseeing sales and marketing initiatives for the property, including managing operations at the largest convention center in the area.

Throughout her career, Rana has demonstrated her ability to achieve remarkable revenue growth, implement tailored strategies for different market segments, and ensure alignment with brand objectives. She is dedicated to fostering a culture of excellence and achievement within her teams, emphasizing the importance of attracting, developing, and retaining top talent.

Rana's impressive track record includes notable achievements such as substantial growth in Average Daily Rate (ADR) and revenue across various segments, successful brand conversion initiatives, and innovative projects even during challenging times such as the pandemic. She has also led impactful projects such as integration efforts for The Westin Mumbai and pre-opening initiatives for new hotel launches.

With her experience and expertise, Ritu Rana is poised to make significant contributions to The Westin Mumbai Powai Lake and Lakeside Chalet, driving growth and success in sales and marketing initiatives.


Suba Hotels Limited Appoints Hakimuddin Kanorwala as Chief Finance Officer

Suba Hotels Limited Appoints Hakimuddin Kanorwala as Chief Finance Officer

By Hariharan U

Published on April 16, 2026

Suba Hotels Limited has announced the appointment of Hakimuddin Kanorwala as its Chief Finance Officer (CFO), strengthening its financial leadership team.

A qualified Chartered Accountant and an alumnus of Indian Institute of Management Calcutta, where he completed a one-year Executive CFO Programme, Kanorwala brings a strong academic and professional foundation to his new role.

With over 15 years of experience in finance and accounts, he has built deep expertise across financial planning and analysis, budgeting, treasury, taxation, compliance, risk management, governance, strategic finance, and financial reporting.

Over the course of his career, Kanorwala has been associated with leading hospitality brands such as Hilton Hotels, Accor Hotels, and The Indian Hotels Company Limited, gaining strong domain expertise across global and Indian markets.

Prior to joining Suba Hotels Limited, he served as Corporate Director – Finance at Roots Corporation Limited, which operates the Ginger Hotels brand under the IHCL Group. In this role, he was part of the key management team and oversaw the organisation’s overall financial function.

Known for his strategic approach, Kanorwala has played a pivotal role in driving financial decision-making, supporting business growth, strengthening financial planning and discipline, and enhancing governance frameworks and internal controls. He has also led process transformation initiatives through technology and automation.

With this appointment, Suba Hotels Limited continues to reinforce its leadership structure, aiming to drive financial efficiency and sustainable growth in the competitive hospitality landscape.


Fairfield by Marriott Jaipur Appoints Vijay Singh as Chief Engineer

Fairfield by Marriott Jaipur Appoints Vijay Singh as Chief Engineer

By Hariharan U

Published on April 16, 2026

Fairfield by Marriott Jaipur has announced the appointment of Vijay Singh as its new Chief Engineer, further strengthening its operational leadership team.

With over 15 years of experience in hotel engineering and facilities management, Singh brings a well-rounded skill set spanning preventive maintenance, energy optimization, safety compliance, and operational efficiency within the hospitality sector.

Prior to this role, he served as Chief Engineer at Accor IBIS Jaipur, where he successfully led engineering operations for a multi-facility property. His professional journey also includes tenures with leading hospitality brands such as Hilton Jaipur, Radisson Blu Nagpur, Marriott Renaissance Ahmedabad, The Oberoi Rajvilas Jaipur, and Taj Umaid Bhawan Palace Jodhpur. This diverse experience has equipped him with deep insights across luxury, upscale, and business hotel environments.

Recognized for his hands-on leadership approach, Singh has consistently implemented effective preventive maintenance programs, energy conservation initiatives, and cost-optimization strategies. His contributions have enhanced operational performance while ensuring elevated guest comfort and seamless service delivery.

His expertise also extends to managing critical infrastructure, conducting safety audits, and mentoring engineering teams to uphold high operational standards. Over the years, Singh has been honoured with several accolades, including the prestigious Marriott Asia Pacific Promises of the Year Award 2018, along with multiple performance and leadership recognitions.

With this appointment, Fairfield by Marriott Jaipur reinforces its commitment to operational excellence and infrastructure strength, aiming to deliver consistent and high-quality guest experiences under Singh’s leadership.


Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata Appoints Punam Guha Roy as Assistant Director of Catering Sales

Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata Appoints Punam Guha Roy as Assistant Director of Catering Sales

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on April 16, 2026

Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata and Ozone Convention Centre has announced the appointment of Punam Guha Roy as Assistant Director of Catering Sales, effective March 2026. The move comes as the property continues to strengthen its catering and events segment in the city.

Punam brings solid experience in hospitality sales and catering, along with a strong track record in managing events and driving revenue growth. Before joining Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata and Ozone Convention Centre, she was associated with Taj Ganga Kutir Resort & Spa as Catering Sales Manager, where she played an important role in building and expanding the resort’s catering portfolio.

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Over the years, she has worked with well-known hospitality brands including Hyatt Regency Kolkata and Taj Taal Kutir. She began her career with CHROME Hotels, where she gained her initial experience in the industry.

With a good understanding of the local market, along with her skills in client relationship management and strategic sales planning, Punam is expected to further strengthen the hotel’s catering and events vertical. In her new role, she will report to Utsav Chatterjee, Assistant Director of Sales.

Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata and Ozone Convention Centre welcomes Punam to the team and looks forward to her contribution in strengthening the brand’s presence in Kolkata’s growing hospitality space.

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