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HOSPITALITY BIZ n FEBRUARY, 2025WWW.HOSPITALITYBIZINDIA.COMNEW APPOINTMENTS 27Michael Lestourgeon, Director Operations, Park Hyatt ChennaiWith nearly two decades of experience in luxury hospitality, Michael brings a strong operational focus and a deep commitment to service excellence and guest experience.Since joining as Director of Sales and Marketing in 2023, Michael has played a key role in strengthening the hotel%u2019s market presence and driving commercial success.In his expanded role, he will now oversee hotel operations, working closely with teams to enhance efficiency, elevate service standards, and ensure a seamless guest experience. His collaborative leadership and forward-thinking approach align with Park Hyatt Chennai%u2019s commitment to refined luxury and personalized hospitality.Rahool Macarius, Market Managing Director for Eurasia, Wyndham Hotels & ResortsRahool will be responsible for regional operations and driving the growth of Wyndham%u2019s diverse portfolio of brands across Eurasia covering; India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Bhutan and the Maldives. This appointment sees Rahool Macarius returning to Wyndham, where he was previously Director of commercial for the region. Rahool brings over 25 years of experience including financial acumen, operational excellence, and stakeholder relationship management, developed through leadership roles at a variety of leading hotel groups.HYATT HOTELSWYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS Swapnil Nandurkar, Director of Sales, Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention CenterWith over 14 years of distinguished experience in the hospitality industry, Swapnil has been an integral member of the hotel%u2019s leadership team, having previously served as the Associate Director of Sales. His extensive career includes roles at prominent global brands such Gaurav Singh , Chief Operating Officer, Chalet Hotels LimitedIn his new role, Gaurav will be focusing on asset management, driving operational excellence, ensuring efficiency to strengthen the business and design scalable processes for Chalet Hotels. With a robust portfolio and an ambitious pipeline of additional rooms, Chalet is poised for significant growth, and Gaurav%u2019s leadership backed with 26 years of experience in hospitality will play a crucial role in steering this exciting journey.Vinay Gupta, Vice President of Development & Asset Management, InterGlobe HotelsGupta is a recognized industry veteran with a proven track record of success in diverse markets, including India, the UK, UAE, and Australia. His extensive experience encompasses largescale operations management, business development, and asset management for prominent brands such as ibis, Hilton, and SAMHI Hotels.In his most recent venture, Mr. Gupta founded My Tea Chapel Pvt Ltd, a modern quick-service restaurant (QSR) brand. This entrepreneurial experience honed his skills in financial management, strategic planning, and operational execution. Prior to this, he served as Director of Operations for ibis and ibis Styles India, where he was responsible for optimizing performance across multiple properties and implementing strategic initiatives to enhance guest satisfaction and revenue growth.MARRIOTT INTERNATIONALCHALET HOTELSINTERGLOBE HOTELSas Taj Hotels Palaces Resorts Safaris, Mumbai & Hyderabad, JW Marriott Pune, where he has consistently demonstrated a passion for excellence, innovation, and business growth. In his new role as Director of Sales, Swapnil will oversee all aspects of the hotel%u2019s sales strategy. He will be responsible for budgeting, forecasting, and developing initiatives that enhance brand awareness and the hotel%u2019s overall commercial performance. Under his leadership, Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield aims to solidify its position as a market leader, increasing market share and continuing its commitment to delivering exceptional service and experiences to guests.