Shangri-La Group announces the appointment of Debanjan Kundu as Assistant Vice President of Sales, GSO India, effective from 12th May. With over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Debanjan brings extensive expertise in sales strategy, business development, and driving market expansion.
Driving sales growth across India’s luxury market
Debanjan will be responsible for overseeing Shangri-La’s sales strategy across India. He will focus on strengthening the brand’s position in the Indian market, particularly within the high-net-worth (HNW) leisure, weddings, and MICE segments.
As part of his role, Debanjan will spearhead the development and execution of sales strategies, expanding relationships with key corporate clients, travel agencies, and event planners. His efforts will also include leading Shangri-La’s sales team to enhance the company’s presence in the luxury segment, targeting premium clientele and high-end services.
Leadership endorsement and expectations
Christian Pertl, Vice President Commercial MEIA, Shangri-La Group, commented, “We are excited to see Debanjan in his new role. His wealth of experience and proven leadership capabilities make him an invaluable addition to our team. We look forward to his continued contributions to Shangri-La’s growth in India, where he will drive our expansion and reinforce key relationships with both our corporate and leisure clients.”
An accomplished professional with a proven track record
Debanjan Kundu holds an MBA in Marketing from the University of Wales Trinity St. David and has earned numerous accolades throughout his career, including the Amadeus President’s Club recognition in 2019. He is known for his transformational leadership, helping organizations achieve operational excellence and drive sustainable business growth.
A seasoned industry veteran with diverse global experience
Debanjan steps into his new role from Shangri-La Bengaluru where he held the position of Director of Sales and Marketing for the past year. Prior to joining Shangri-La, Debanjan held senior leadership roles at global brands such as Amadeus Hospitality, The Ritz-Carlton Bengaluru, and The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort.
As Senior Director of Sales at Amadeus, he led initiatives that resulted in substantial increases in the company’s customer base and revenue. At The Ritz-Carlton Bengaluru, he played a pivotal role in driving significant growth, elevating the Revenue Penetration Index (RPI) and occupancy index. His work at The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort included repositioning and marketing efforts that contributed to the property’s long-term success.
