The Aarlis Hotel Panchkula, Vignette Collection by IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced a series of leadership appointments across key functions as the hotel builds its executive team. The appointments cover sales and marketing, food and beverage, finance, human resources and culinary operations.

Working alongside General Manager Neelabh Chugh, the new leadership team brings extensive experience from leading Indian and international hospitality brands. The team will focus on strengthening the hotel’s operations while creating the distinctive guest experiences associated with Vignette Collection.

Varun Goel Appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing

With more than 16 years of hospitality experience, Varun Goel has joined The Aarlis Hotel Panchkula, Vignette Collection by IHG as Director of Sales & Marketing.

His career includes roles with IHCL, Taj Group of Hotels, Lemon Tree Hotels, Hyatt Hotels Corporation and IHG Hotels & Resorts. He has worked across key markets including Bengaluru, Delhi, Gurugram, Amritsar, Jaipur, Chandigarh and Dehradun.

At The Aarlis Hotel Panchkula, Varun will focus on building the hotel’s market presence, developing strategic partnerships and positioning the property as a preferred luxury destination in the region.

Narender Maan Appointed as Director of Food & Beverage

Narender Maan joins the hotel as Director of Food & Beverage with nearly two decades of luxury hospitality experience.

His career spans brands including IHG Hotels & Resorts, The Leela, Hyatt Regency, Kempinski, Radisson Blu MBD and The Grand.

In his new role, he will lead the development of dining concepts and work on strengthening the hotel’s food and beverage offering through innovation, quality and personalised service.

Jagdeep Garhwal Appointed as Director of Finance

A qualified Chartered Accountant, Jagdeep Garhwal has been appointed Director of Finance. He brings experience from Hyatt Regency Chandigarh, Hyatt Pune and The Lalit Chandigarh.

With expertise in hotel pre-openings, financial planning and business support, Jagdeep will focus on financial performance, governance and sustainable growth as the hotel establishes itself in the market.

Ritu Singh Appointed as Human Resources Manager

Ritu Singh joins as Human Resources Manager, bringing more than 21 years of hospitality experience across ITC Hotels, Marriott International and Radisson Hotel Group.

Her experience covers operations, learning and development, quality and human resources. At The Aarlis Hotel Panchkula, she will focus on building a high-performing team and developing a workplace culture that reflects the warmth and personalised hospitality associated with Vignette Collection.

Ajit Kumar Tiwari Appointed as Executive Chef

With more than 25 years of culinary experience in luxury hospitality, Ajit Kumar Tiwari has joined the hotel as Executive Chef.

His career includes leading hospitality brands such as The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group, DoubleTree by Hilton, Vivanta by Taj, JW Marriott, Renaissance Hotels and The Orchid Hotel.

With a strong interest in regional gastronomy, Chef Ajit will bring the flavours and culinary heritage of Haryana to the hotel’s dining experience. His signature creation, “The Legacy of Haryana,” celebrates the region’s diverse food culture through its distinctive flavours, age-old techniques and traditional recipes.

The Aarlis Hotel Panchkula, Vignette Collection by IHG is part of the wider Vignette Collection, which includes properties across Europe, North America, Australia and the Middle East. The collection includes Th8 Palm Dubai Beach Resort, Vignette Collection, Arabella Beach Hotel Kuwait, Vignette Collection, Aldhafra Resort, Vignette Collection and Ciel Dubai Marina, Vignette Collection.

Other properties in the collection include Convent Square Lisbon, Vignette Collection and Casa da Companhia, Vignette Collection in Portugal, Yours Truly DC, Vignette Collection in the United States and The Ava Hotel Brisbane, Vignette Collection in Australia.

With its new leadership team in place, The Aarlis Hotel Panchkula is strengthening its focus across operations, dining, guest experience and commercial performance as it builds its presence as IHG’s first Vignette Collection hotel in India and South West Asia.