Raymond Bickson, CEO & MD of Indian Hotels talks security and rebound for Indian hotel market
In this show, Raymond Bickson, CEO & MD of Indian Hotels, speaks on the security aspects, corporate travel and effect on the slowdown on the company.
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Tamir Kobrin has been appointed as General Manager at Leela Palace Kempinski Udaipur
Kobrin has more than two decades of international experience with some of the world’s leading luxury hospitality brands and is known for his expertise in working with boutique properties. He has held management positions at prestigious international hotel groups including: Ritz Carlton, Raffles and Mandarin Oriental. Most recently he was General Manager of Soul Maldives. Tamir Kobrin began his career with the Three Kings Hotel in Basel, Switzerland. Subsequently, he worked at The Ritz Carlton, Central Park in New York. His stint in South East Asia started with the Raffles Grand Hotel D’ Angkor, Cambodia as a Resident Manager. Thereafter, in various operational capacities, Kobrin has led teams at The Mandarin Oriental and Aleenta Resorts. His operational experience, multi-property management, project refurbishment and hotel renovation across different hotel categories has been honed after 15 years in the industry. And his command of seven languages enhances his ability to effectively communicate with his team. Kobrin graduated from Les Roches with a diploma in Hotel Management and went on to attend Cornell University where he received a Hospitality Management certificate.
India: Emerging fundamentals fuel investor interest | hotelnewsnow.com
Hotel companies looking for a market with high demand from business and leisure travelers, a growing middle class and a severe shortage of existing hotels need look no further than India. The recognition of the economic merits of tourism has been a slow progress that didn’t take hold until the mid to late 1990s, said PR Srinivas, lead, tourism, hospitality & leisure for Deloitte.
Accor and Interglobe Hotels announce the development of ibis “Aerocity” Delhi
Accor, the fastest growing international hotel operator in India, reaffirmed its commitment and confidence in the growing Indian tourism sector, in announcing a strategic hotel development – ibis New Delhi, within Delhi International Airport “Aerocity”. The site was won by Accor’s joint venture for ibis hotels for the Indian sub-continent – InterGlobe Hotels, in a bidding process recently conducted by the Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL).
India Hospitality Corp. Announces Acquisition of 'You' Brand
India Hospitality Corp. today announces it has entered into an agreement with Firstcorp Invesco Pvt Ltd ("Firstcorp") to acquire the "You" brand from Firstcorp for a cash consideration of $400,000. IHC intends to rapidly expand this newly acquired brand throughout its vertically integrated Indian businesses, particularly in its lodging segment.
The Advantage Of Working In The Hospitality Industry | The Times of India
If you are one of those who get satisfaction from providing service with a smile, this industry could be right up your alley. In the hospitality industry, looking good, being cheerful and making people feel comfortable play a very important part. The industry covers a wide range of portfolios in fields ranging from aviation to hotels to tourism and public relations. Leisure and hospitality consists of industries within the food services, accommodation, recreation and entertainment sectors.
Opening of Courtyard by Marriott Pune Hinjewadi Signals Brand's Rapid Growth in India
Courtyard by Marriott Pune Hinjewadi opened its doors this week, welcoming business and leisure travelers to Marriott International’s (NYSE:MAR) newest moderately-priced hotel in India. Located in the city’s main technology hub, the 153-room property operates under a management agreement with Eon Hinjewadi Infrastructure Private Limited with Deepak Manocha as general manager and Abhijit Chitnis as director of sales and marketing.
Novotel to be unveiled in Mumbai
Leading international hotel chain NOVOTEL is set to make a debut in Mumbai with the launch of the Novotel Mumbai Juhu Beach. Located in the heart of Mumbai’s social and commercial hub, Novotel Mumbai Juhu Beach will enjoy a soft launch in July 2009. This is Novotel’s third hotel in India after Novotel Hyderabad Airport and Novotel Hyderabad.
Taj Hotels Opens the The Vivanta by Taj in Panaji, Goa, India
Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces announce their new premium hotel, "Vivanta by Taj - Panaji, Goa", slotted in the "upper upscale" segment. Keeping the spirit of Goa, the hotel located in Panaji, addresses the needs of Goa's expanding business environment, and offers contemporary experiences for the sophisticated and cosmopolitan customer.
Indian Hospitality in Transition : Challenges for HR
Hospitality India is no stranger to this maxim and now finds itself in the midst of yet another change as the hands of time whirl on. As the sector transits from a period widely accepted as the ‘Golden Age of the Indian Hospitality Sector’ to one that could well be known as that of the ‘Golden Handshake’. The challenge for the Hotel Human Resource (HR) department in the year 2009 would, thus, be in keeping the employees motivated as well as informed about the fall out of the global meltdown, which could impinge on the work environment in terms of job security, reduced growth avenues, and compensation. It will not be easy for employees to rein in their needs and aspirations and changing their mindsets will be the next challenge for HR. The scenario requires precise and timely communication with employees apprising them of the situation.
Andrew Hendrian has been appointed as General Manager at The Leela Palace Kempinski Bangalore
Hendrian was most recently General Manager at the Hyatt Regency Dubai where he successfully repositioned the newly refurbished hotel. Prior to that from 2002 to 2004, he was General Manager at the Hyatt Regency Cologne and Resident Manager of the Grand Hyatt Dubai. He served as Resident Manager of the Grand Hyatt Berlin from 2000 to 2002. Beginning his career with the Meliá Group, Hendrian sharpened his skills at properties in Spain and Iraq. He went on to establish himself as one of the hospitality industry’s rising stars. Moving to Hyatt Hotels, he enhanced his experience as a food and beverage manager and sommelier. Later he underwent special rooms division training in the U.S., eventually becoming Regional Specialist, Rooms for Central Europe during which time Hyatt received several awards. After close to three decades at some of the industry’s leading flagship properties, Hendrian has earned the title of the “People’s Manager” for his ability to connect and relate to his associates and staff.
India: How Far it Has Come…Still Miles to Go | PhoCusWright FYI
Ram Badrinathan, PhoCusWright's general manager, Asia Pacific, describes the potential of the Indian online travel market in the article below. It was recently published in the Travolution magazine.
Best Western Collaborates With Sinthoranee Property Co., Ltd. To Open Best Western Sawaddi Patong In September 2009
Best Western International and Sinthoranee Property Co.,Ltd. have agreed to brand a 146-room resort in Phuket as Best Western Sawaddi Patong with the grand opening scheduled for September 2009.
IDS Softwares launches CTI Application for Hospitality Industry
IDS Softwares Pvt. Ltd (IDS), global leader in providing integrated IT solutions for the hospitality sector, today announced the launch of CTI (Computer Telephony Integration) application, for hospitality professionals in India and overseas. IDS Softwares is one of the first Indian enterprise to make this technology available to the hospitality industry.
TTI Expands Global Reach by Partnering with CMS to Resell Scanners in India
As part of its ongoing global distribution effort, TTI Technologies International has signed a partnership agreement with CMS Computers Ltd. to be the sole reseller of TTI’s Scan2PMS solution in India. Scan2PMS enables front-desk staff to capture guest information from a driver’s license or passport at check-in and immediately download the data into the hotel’s property-management system.
Christopher Newbery has been named General Manager at the Leela Kempinski
A seasoned hotelier with more than two decades of international experience with leading luxury hospitality brands, Newbery returns to The Leela in Mumbai where he directed the hotel’s operations from 1995 to 1997. Newbery has held senior executive positions at prestigious international hotels for including: Intercontinental Hotels, Kempinski and Hilton. In China from 1997 to 2004, he served with Intercontinental as General Manager at their signature Crowne Plaza properties in Jinan and Beijing and was also general manager at the Kempinski Beijing Lufthansa Center. He was General Manager at the Disneyland Paris and Euro Disney from 1991 to 1995. Prior to that, he was General Manager at the Yaounde Hilton in Cameroon and the Madagascar Hilton. He also worked for the prestigious London Hilton on Park Lane and the Paris Hilton. Most recently, from 2005 to 2008, he was General Manager and Head of Operations at the Serena Hotel in Kabul. Having been involved in hotel development, property refurbishments and upgrades and product enhancement, Newbery brings a tremendous knowledge as well as extensive practical expertise to The Leela.
IHG Continues Strategic Expansion And Growth Momentum In India With 31 Hotels In The Pipeline
IHG today announced a confirmed development pipeline of 31 hotels to be opened across major metros and secondary cities across India over the next few years. This will effectively add over 7,600 rooms. This growth momentum will be driven by IHG's three brands in India -- InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts, Crowne Plaza® Hotels & Resorts, and Holiday Inn® Hotels and Resorts. IHG currently has 11 hotels in India.