New Delhi, 19 June 2024: Leisure Hotels Group (LHG), an experiential resort chain in North India and the largest in Uttarakhand, has made key appointments to their senior management team. The group is pleased to welcome Mr. Ritesh Bhatt, Mr. Sanjay Wadhwa, Mr. Sanjeev Kumar, and Mr. V.K. Sharma, all senior hospitality professionals with a deep understanding and expertise of luxury resort operations and people management and culture. This strategic move marks the Group’s ongoing quest towards enhancing operational excellence that reinforces the commitment to nurturing leadership within the organization and refining processes for guest experiences through bespoke services.

Mr. Sanjay Sood, Chief Operating Officer of Leisure Hotels Group commented, “We are excited to welcome seasoned senior stalwarts from renowned hospitality companies, who bring in a wealth of best practices and diverse experiences. Their previous assignments in pre-opening hotels, hotel operations, talent management, and crafting unique experiences are invaluable, as we continue to expand our portfolio and deliver immersive hyperlocal experiences to our guests. These strategic cluster appointments are pivotal for our effortless and overall growth, ensuring that we maintain our commitment to excellence and old-fashioned full-hearted services.”

Mr. Sanjay Wadhwa will take over the role of Cluster General Manager to further strengthen hotel operations with his experience in hospitality spanning three decades. Sanjay has been involved in development projects in Lonavala, Himachal Pradesh. He holds a PhD in Tourism with a specialization in E-Commerce.

Mr. Ritesh Bhatt, with his professional career of over 20 years in general management and progressive experience, is handed over with the Cluster General Manager and Chief Experiences Officer profile. With a diverse experience of spearheading reputed brands such as Taj Properties. A wildlife enthusiast, Ritesh pursued a master’s in hospitality management from the Govt. Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology, Dehradun. He remains steadfast in his commitment towards sustainability and looks forward to supporting LHG’s conservation efforts in his region.

Mr. Sanjeev Kumar, an industry veteran, Sanjeev has spent nearly two decades in luxury hotels. He excels in managing business operations, growth strategies, and guest satisfaction. Sanjeev holds degrees in Hotel Management from the University of Huddersfield and the Institute of Hotel Management, Aurangabad. In his tenure, he will be responsible for looking after a luxury boutique property in the Kumaon Region, Uttarakhand.

Mr. Vijendra Sharma, with a 34-year career at IHCL, is set to take on a crucial role in opening new hotels for Leisure Hotels Group. Mr. Sharma will oversee fostering a productive workforce with strategic HR policies and has excelled in talent acquisition and retention, ensuring a diverse and skilled workforce aligned with organizational goals. Trusted for his extensive experience, he has served as Area Director, Human Resources. He has been pivotal in opening new hotels, and holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Labour Law, Industrial Relations and Personnel Management, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics.

About Leisure Hotels Group 

Leisure Hotels Group is an experiential luxury resort chain in North India and the largest across the state of Uttarakhand. Since its foundation in 1989, the group has had the chance to serve amongst the largest number of travelers in Uttarakhand at 28 properties.

The group’s portfolio of smart business hotels, boutique properties, bespoke villas, and luxury camps, include beautiful properties offering leisure, adventure, wilderness, wellness & spiritual experiences. The group intends to continue delivering an old-fashioned style of award-winning and full-hearted services at the core of its customer delight experience.  

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