Sunil Kushwaha Joins JW Marriott Bengaluru Prestige Golfshire as F&B Manager

Sunil Kushwaha Joins JW Marriott Bengaluru Prestige Golfshire as F&B Manager

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on May 27, 2025

 JW Marriott Bengaluru Prestige Golfshire Resort & Spa has announced the appointment of Sunil Kushwaha as its new Food & Beverage Manager, reaffirming the resort’s focus on elevating its culinary offerings and delivering world-class dining experiences.

With over a decade of experience in luxury food & beverage operations, Kushwaha brings a strong background in guest services and strategic leadership. He has previously worked with renowned hospitality brands including The Leela, Hilton, and Westin Hotels & Resorts, where he steadily built his career and developed a reputation for excellence in luxury hospitality.

 At The Leela Palace Bengaluru, his most recent role, Kushwaha successfully led high-profile events and curated exclusive dining experiences. His industry recognition includes being honoured as Manager of the Year (2020) at Hilton Chennai, highlighting his expertise in managing F&B operations and creating memorable guest interactions.

 Commenting on the appointment, Ronan Fearon, General Manager of JW Marriott Bengaluru Prestige Golfshire Resort & Spa, said:

“We are thrilled to welcome Sunil Kushwaha to our leadership team. His extensive experience, dynamic leadership, and passion for creating exceptional dining experiences will undoubtedly elevate our culinary offerings. We look forward to the fresh energy and innovation he brings as we continue to deliver memorable moments for our guests.”

In his new role, Kushwaha will lead the F&B operations, curate innovative dining experiences, and implement industry-leading standards to enhance the resort’s culinary identity. His strengths in guest engagement, team leadership, and strategic planning are expected to play a vital role in shaping the resort’s food and beverage vision in the coming years.


Crowne Plaza Greater Noida Bolsters Leadership with Two Key Appointments

Crowne Plaza Greater Noida Bolsters Leadership with Two Key Appointments

By Nishang Narayan

Published on July 8, 2025

Crowne Plaza Greater Noida is proud to announce the addition of two seasoned hospitality professionals to its leadership team. Abhishek Sharma joins as the new Front Office Manager, while Simmy Chaudhary steps in as the Executive Housekeeper. Together, they bring over two decades of rich experience and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional guest service.

Abhishek Sharma – Front Office Manager

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With over a decade of experience in the hospitality industry, Abhishek Sharma brings deep expertise and operational insight from some of the most respected hotel brands, including Oberoi Hotels & Resorts, Taj, Accor, and Radisson. Prior to joining Crowne Plaza Greater Noida, he held senior positions such as Front Office Manager at Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre and Park Plaza Chandigarh-Zirakpur, where he played a pivotal role in enhancing guest experience and streamlining front office operations.

His strategic thinking, team leadership, and guest-centric approach are well aligned with the Crowne Plaza brand values.

Simmy Chaudhary – Executive Housekeeper

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Joining the team as Executive Housekeeper, Simmy Chaudhary brings 13 years of extensive experience in the housekeeping and guest service domain. Before this role, Simmy served as the Assistant Executive Housekeeper at St. Regis Mumbai, and has held key housekeeping roles across renowned hotels such as Taj Palace Delhi, The Park, Eros Nehru Place, Radisson Blu Kaushambhi, Best Western, and Claridges Nabha Mussoorie, among others. She has also worked at notable properties across India including Radisson Blu Udaipur, Royal Retreat Resort Udaipur, Hyatt Regency Ludhiana, and Trident Agra.

Simmy specializes in strategic planning, operational excellence, cleanliness standards, and enhancing guest comfort. Known for her hands-on approach and attention to detail, she is committed to maintaining the highest levels of hygiene and quality across the property.

Welcoming the new leaders, Sharad K Upadhyay, General Manager of Crowne Plaza Greater Noida, shared: “The backbone of any successful hotel is its people, and we are truly fortunate to welcome Abhishek Sharma and Simmy Chaudhary to our team. Their wealth of experience, passion for service, and commitment to excellence perfectly align with our mission to deliver outstanding hospitality. I am confident that their leadership will further elevate our standards and guest satisfaction.”

These strategic appointments mark a significant step forward in Crowne Plaza Greater Noida’s journey to provide world-class hospitality. The entire team looks forward to the leadership and contributions of both Abhishek Sharma and Simmy Chaudhary as they embark on this new chapter.


Amitabh Kant Joins IndiGo Board as Non-Executive Director

Amitabh Kant Joins IndiGo Board as Non-Executive Director

By Nishang Narayan

Published on July 7, 2025

In a move set to deepen its strategic leadership, InterGlobe Aviation Ltd—parent company of IndiGo—has appointed Amitabh Kant as a Non-Executive Director, pending regulatory and shareholder approvals. The decision comes close on the heels of Kant being named a senior advisor by Fairfax Financial Holdings to guide its India-focused investments.

Kant, a 1980-batch IAS officer of the Kerala cadre, is widely recognised for his pivotal role in steering landmark national initiatives like Make in India, Startup India, and Incredible India. Over his four-decade career in governance and economic reform, he’s championed transformative policies that have reshaped India’s development landscape.

Recently concluding his tenure as India’s G20 Sherpa, Kant was instrumental in delivering the New Delhi Leaders’ Declaration, focusing on global challenges, climate finance, and digital public infrastructure. His previous leadership as CEO of NITI Aayog saw him drive flagship programmes such as the Aspirational Districts Program, the Green Hydrogen Mission, and the National Mission on Transformative Mobility.

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Reacting to his new role, Kant said, “IndiGo has set a global benchmark in operational excellence and customer service. Its growing international footprint will play a critical role in connecting Indian markets with the world. I look forward to contributing to IndiGo’s next phase of growth and to India’s larger vision for trade, tourism, and connectivity.”

Welcoming him to the board, Vikram Singh Mehta, Chairman of IndiGo, remarked, “Kant’s experience in policy and infrastructure at a global scale is unparalleled. His strategic insights will be invaluable as IndiGo accelerates its international ambitions and aims to become a global airline by 2030.”

This appointment signals IndiGo’s continued commitment to strengthening its leadership bench as it eyes global expansion and deeper integration into international aviation networks.


Vikram Kapil Joins Hyatt Regency Dehradun as Chef de Cuisine

Vikram Kapil Joins Hyatt Regency Dehradun as Chef de Cuisine

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on July 7, 2025

Hyatt Regency Dehradun Resort and Spa has appointed Vikram Kapil as its new chef de cuisine, ushering in a refined culinary era that bridges global expertise with the soul of Uttarakhand. Trained under celebrated chefs like Wolfgang, Aurélien Dumeylet, and John Pugh, Kapil’s career has spanned some of the world’s finest kitchens and luxury liners.

His culinary philosophy blends simplicity with sophistication, where every dish is a deliberate composition of ingredients, technique, and story. At Hyatt Regency Dehradun, Kapil aims to create a distinct culinary identity that marries European elegance with local character, introducing menus that showcase dishes like Himalayan trout with beurre blanc and nettle pesto pasta crafted from foraged greens.

With a leadership approach grounded in mentorship, collaboration, and precision, he is set to elevate the dining experience at the resort through seasonal creations, artisanal breads, inventive desserts, and French and Italian classics that reflect both artistry and authenticity.

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