Summit Hotels and Resorts proudly announces the appointment of Anjila Yonzon as Group General Manager – Sales. In her new role, Anjila will lead Summit’s sales strategy, overseeing key accounts, partnerships, and market development initiatives across the group’s portfolio.

As General Manager of JW Marriott Chandigarh, he played a pivotal role in driving sustained performance, strengthening brand presence and elevating the overall guest experience.

He succeeds V. Vidyavathi, IAS (1991 batch), who has been moved to take charge as Secretary of the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities.

The Leela Bhartiya City Bengaluru welcomes Sandeep Singh as General Manager, a seasoned hotelier known for his people-first leadership and commitment to creating exceptional guest experiences.

On his appointment, Vivek Anand said, “Europa Media and Entertainment have redefined film tourism in India with their pioneering film locations show – IIFTC and I look forward to building on its legacy and driving its global growth.”

Professor Novelli is an acknowledged expert in tourism and international development and serves as the Director of the Sustainable Travel and Tourism Advanced Research Centre at Nottingham University Business School.

Trade House will serve as a key institution to promote bilateral trade, investment, tourism, and workforce collaboration between the two nations.

This Marriott Autograph Collection property, opened in December 2023, is already gaining global traction. Although India is not yet included in Leopard Sands' top 10 source markets, the General Manager, Van Heerden Haasbroek, believes that tapping into the burgeoning Indian market is an exciting priority. He asserts that the lodge is 'ready to welcome Indian guests'.

His vision is to establish ATPI India as the partner of choice for corporates while expanding footprint across India’s dynamic, high-growth market.

Sikha Surendran IAS, MD of KTDC, on state’s ideal positioning to compete with affluent international destinations.