Leisure Hotels Group (LHG) has made key appointments to their senior management team. The group has appointed Ritesh Bhatt, Sanjay Wadhwa, Sanjeev Kumar, and Vijendra Sharma, all senior hospitality professionals with a deep understanding of luxury resort operations, people management, and culture. This strategic move marks the group’s ongoing quest towards enhancing operational excellence.
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 we maintain our commitment to excellence and old-fashioned, full-hearted services.”
Sanjay Wadhwa will take over the role of Cluster General Manager to further strengthen hotel operations. In his experience in hospitality spanning three decades, Sanjay has been involved in developing projects in Lonavala and Himachal Pradesh. He holds a PhD in tourism with a specialisation in e-commerce.
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. He has diverse experience in spearheading reputed brands, such as Taj Properties. A wildlife enthusiast, Ritesh pursued a master’s in hospitality management from the Government Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology, Dehradun. He remains steadfast in his commitment to sustainability and looks forward to supporting LHG’s conservation efforts in his region.
Sanjeev Kumar, an industry veteran, 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 in Aurangabad. In his tenure, he will be responsible for looking after a luxury boutique property in the Kumaon Region, Uttarakhand.
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. 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 organisational 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 postgraduate diploma in labour law, industrial relations, and personnel management, as well as a bachelor’s degree in mathematics.
