A Proven Leader in Experimental Revenue Optimization

Gurugram, October 2024: In a strategic move to further strengthen its leadership team, The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences is delighted to announce the appointment of Mayank Uppal as the Director of Revenue. A seasoned expert with an impressive track record in revenue optimization and market leadership, Mayank's appointment is poised to strengthen the hotel's position as a pioneer in the luxury hospitality sector.

Bringing with him a wealth of experience from his tenure at Marriott's North India Revenue Cluster, Mayank has managed some of the most prestigious properties. His achievements have been widely recognized, earning him a desirable place in the APEC Hall of Fame for his remarkable achievement in revenue strategy. His deep expertise in business development, project management, and market intelligence makes him the perfect addition to The Leela Ambience Gurugram's leadership team as the hotel continues to raise the bar in the industry.

Mayank's appointment aligns with the hotel's vision for sustained growth, and his focus on strategic pricing, market analysis, and revenue maximization will be crucial in driving future initiatives. His unique perspective, combining entrepreneurial acumen with large-scale hospitality experience, promises to enrich the hotel's performance across all metrics, ensuring that The Leela Ambience Gurugram remains the first destination of choice for luxury travellers.

Sharing his outlook on the future, Mayank stated, "We will strive for market leadership, driving overall revenue growth and innovation while further enhancing The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residence's reputation as the most preferred urban luxury hotel." His forward-thinking approach accords perfectly with the hotel's commitment to providing incredible guest experiences, ensuring that every aspect of revenue strategy is meticulously designed to uphold the brand's legacy of excellence.

As Mayank steps into this new role, The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences looks forward to the next phase of its journey, driven by a visionary leader whose expertise will guide the hotel towards greater success.

Transforming luxury experiences: Shridhar Nair brings three decades of expertise to his new role

Gurugram, August 2024: The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences is delighted to welcome Shridhar Nair in the role of Senior Vice President and General Manager. In his new position, Nair will be based in Gurugram, directly leading The Leela Ambience Gurugram while also overseeing The Leela Ambience Convention Hotel, The Leela Mumbai, The Leela Gandhinagar, Mahatma Mandir Convention Centre Complex, and The Imperial Club by The Leela.

With Nair stepping into his new role, The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences is poised to further enhance its reputation as an iconic luxury property in Delhi NCR. This reimagination underscores the hotel’s commitment to elevating guest experiences, continuously upgrading guest facilities, maintaining top-notch service and continuing its legacy of setting new benchmarks in guest satisfaction.

Having worked with most Leela properties in leadership positions, including as General Manager of the award-winning The Leela Goa, Nair has long been an integral part of the management team. Prior to his current appointment, he served in a pivotal role at The Leela Corporate Office as the group's Senior Vice President of Operations, overseeing and optimizing the performance of multiple properties.

Throughout his career, the visionary has spearheaded major projects, including the F&B repositioning at The Leela Mumbai and the enhancement of The Leela Goa. His exceptional leadership has been recognized with multiple hospitality awards, including Best GM—Luxury from Hotelier India 2014, HOSI 2015, CII 2016, and Business World 2017.

Nair's extensive experience is coupled with his impressive educational background, including a postgraduate diploma in Hotel Management from IHM Trivandrum, a Bachelor of Arts from Mumbai University, and a General Manager's certification from Cornell University, USA.

“I am delighted at the opportunity to work closely with our teams at the iconic Leela Ambience Gurugram & Leela Ambience Convention Hotel to offer a holistic luxury experience to our guests. I am certain The Leela’s core value of Athiti Devo Bhava (guest is god) will resonate in everything we do at our majestic hotels and that we will continue to push our boundaries for exceeding our guests’ expectations from the world’s best brand, which exemplifies true Indian luxury," mentioned Mr. Shridhar Nair.

As Shridhar Nair takes on this multifaceted role, guests and stakeholders alike can anticipate a continuation of The Leela's legacy of luxury hospitality, enhanced by his visionary leadership and dedication to elevating the guest experience across all touchpoints.