Cinnamon Hotels has announces the appointment of Gaurav Arora as the Director of Global Sales for India, effective 3 March 2025.
A Seasoned Hospitality Sales Expert Joins Cinnamon
Bringing over two decades of experience in international hospitality sales, Gaurav has successfully driven outbound business for leading global hotel brands, including Shangri-La, Hilton, and Marriott International. In his most recent role, he led Enhance Hospitality, successfully managing top-tier international brands in the Indian market.
His expertise in sales strategy, market expansion, and partnership development will further strengthen Cinnamon Hotels’ footprint in India.
Driving Growth Across Key Market Segments
In his new role at Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts, Gaurav will focus on revenue growth across Corporate, Leisure, and MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) segments. He will execute strategic sales initiatives to enhance Cinnamon’s brand presence in India while strengthening partnerships for the Global Sales Office to accelerate market expansion.
Leadership Perspectives on the Appointment
Radhey Tawar, Chief Commercial Officer, Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts, welcomed Gaurav, stating: “We are delighted to have Gaurav join us at a pivotal time as we expand our sales presence in the Indian market—our top source for tourist arrivals. His deep understanding of the Indian outbound travel landscape will support us in strengthening our presence and fostering meaningful partnerships across Corporate, MICE, and Leisure travel segments.”
Gaurav Arora also shared his enthusiasm about his new role, stating: “I am excited to join Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts at a time when Indian outbound travel to Sri Lanka and the Maldives is experiencing significant growth. I look forward to leveraging my expertise to expand our brand presence and drive strategic alignment for the success of Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts in India.”
Commitment to Growth in the Indian Market
The appointment of Gaurav Arora reaffirms the brand’s commitment to sustainable growth and leadership in the competitive Indian outbound market.
