Bengaluru (March 22, 2024) – Nikhil Sharma has been named by the Radisson Hotel Group as the Managing Director and Area Senior Vice President (ASVP) for South Asia, with effect from April 1, 2024.
Nikhil, who has over thirty years of experience in the hotel industry, was the Marketing Managing Director for Eurasia at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts prior to his appointment. In his new capacity, he will be in charge of the group’s 165 hotels across the vibrant South Asia region and lead initiatives to establish the business as the top employer for bright, young people in the industry.
Nikhil formerly held positions as a member of the advisory boards for the Hotel and Restaurant Association of Northern India and HSMAI Asia Pacific. Additionally, he was a part of the CII Northern Region’s northern region committee. He has worked as a revenue manager at InterContinental Hotels Group and as the COO at Ginger Hotels and The Lemon Tree Hotel Company.
Chema Basterrechea, Global President & Chief Operations Officer at Radisson Hotel Group said, ‘Nikhil’s appointment reflects our commitment to strengthening our leadership team and driving strategic growth in South Asia. This region is a key market for us, and with Nikhil’s strategic vision and deep understanding of the industry, we are confident in our ability to further elevate our presence and deliver exceptional experiences to our guests,’
K B Kachru, Chairman, South Asia at Radisson Hotel Group added, ‘In the past 25 years, Radisson Hotel Group has become synonymous with unparalleled hospitality and delivering memorable moments to millions of guests. We have leveraged the collective efforts of our teams to establish a first-movers advantage that has resulted in the expansion of our footprints in markets that are unique to the Group. We are pleased to welcome a dynamic leader like Nikhil to steer us ahead in this journey and wish him the best for leading Radisson Hotel Group’s next phase of growth in South Asia.’
On his new role, Nikhil said, ‘I am thrilled to be part of Radisson Hotel Group and to lead South Asia during this exhilarating period of growth. With a diverse portfolio of brands and hotels, the Group is poised to be the top choice for travelers and asset owners alike. I am grateful for this opportunity to drive innovation, deliver exceptional results, and elevate the brand while creating value for our stakeholders.’
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