New Delhi, 17th July 2023: Ambassador, New Delhi – IHCL SeleQtions, is delighted to announce the appointment of Akshat Gupta as its new General Manager. With a distinguished career spanning over 13 years in the hospitality industry, Mr. Gupta brings a wealth of experience and a track record of success. With his strategic vision, exceptional leadership skills, and in-depth market knowledge, the hotel is poised to further enhance the guest experience.

In his new role as General Manager, Akshat Gupta brings a keen focus on business channelization, implementing effective marketing strategies, and fostering strong relationships with key stakeholders. His visionary and inspiring leadership style ensures a promising future for Ambassador, New Delhi – IHCL SeleQtions.

Akshat Gupta’s expertise in Sales and Marketing, combined with his extensive experience across diverse geographies has consistently yielded remarkable results. His previous assignment as the Director of Sales & Marketing at President, Mumbai – IHCL SeleQtions, showcased his ability to drive outstanding performance in terms of revenues and hotel positioning. Under his leadership, the flagship SeleQtions hotel achieved notable success and set new industry standards with the launch of the first Qmin Shop and the relaunch of Trattoria.

Previously, as the Director of Sales at Vivanta Chennai, Akshat skilfully navigated an intense market scenario, achieving distinguished growth in the conference segment. Additionally, he oversaw the seamless brand transition from Gateway to Vivanta Chennai, raising extensive exposure through effective marketing campaigns.

“I am truly honored to join the team at the much-loved Ambassador, New Delhi – IHCL SeleQtions. This destination-defining landmark holds a rich legacy of hospitality, and I am excited to lead a team of passionate professionals in crafting memorable experiences for our guests. We will continue to celebrate the heritage of this luxury boutique hotel, an INTACH Heritage Building built in 1947 in the heart of the city, while infusing it with modern elements that appeal to the discerning tastes of today’s travelers, creating a journey that beautifully blends tradition and contemporary allure.”

General Manager at Ambassador, New Delhi – IHCL SeleQtions, Akshat Gupta

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Akshat embodies discipline and a structured attitude toward life. A former competitive squash player during his time at St. Stephen’s College, he continues to maintain an active lifestyle as an avid marathon runner and health enthusiast. His commitment to his family is equally noteworthy; he thoughtfully essays the role of a loving father to his 17-month-old child.

About Ambassador, New Delhi – IHCL SeleQtions:

Set in the aristocratic heart of New Delhi, Ambassador is a contemporary hotel serving up a slice in time. Just a short drive from the international airport, it ushers leisure and business travelers into a red-brick and pink bougainvillea neighborhood, surrounded by plush shopping districts, gardens and magnificent monuments. With its British and Art Deco architectural medley, the Ambassador offers guests a chance to live a refined New Delhi life in its greenest district. The luxury boutique 5-star is an INTACH Heritage Building built in 1947, the year that India gained independence and Lutyens, named after the British architect who built most of modern New Delhi, became the epicentre of the city’s intelligentsia. Green/Sustainability certification and cheery design elements infuse a millennial vibe into the nostalgia-tinted spaces. The hotel’s culinary offerings are some of the finest in New Delhi. The exclusive Gourmands Itinerary lets diners experience signature dishes from all restaurants at one price, starting with aperitifs at Insomnia, moving to colonial-era classics at Yellow Brick Road and ending with Cantonese and Szechuan cuisines at Larry’s China. Ambassador’s versatile banqueting venues are designed to execute flawless events, from corporate meetings and champagne soirees to glitzy weddings.

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