Tamara Leisure Experiences has announced a strategic leadership progression in stride with the organisation’s growth and long-term vision. Effective on 16 June, 2025, Samir M.C. is appointed Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Shruti Shibulal, who will take on the role of Executive Vice Chair of the Board.
Industry Veteran Takes the Helm
Samir M.C., a respected leader in the hospitality industry, holds three decades of distinguished experience in structuring operations, managing stakeholders and positioning high-value hospitality ventures for long-term market impact. Prior to this, Samir most notably held senior leadership roles at ITC Hotels and the InterContinental Hotels Group, where he was instrumental in driving profitability, internal performance and regional growth.
Samir’s Statement on the New Role
“It is a privilege to take on the role of CEO at such a ground-breaking and values-driven organisation,” said Samir. “Through its intensive and innovative commitment to responsible hospitality, Tamara has carved for itself a distinctive position in the market. I look forward to building on that foundation by working closely with Shruti and the broader team to lead the company on to its next phase of growth.”
Shruti Shibulal to Guide Strategic Vision
In her new role, Shruti will continue to play a pivotal role in guiding Tamara Leisure Experiences through a crucial phase of strategic acceleration. Working closely with the CEO, she will help to steer the company’s long-term vision, shape high-impact decisions, and ensure that new property developments remain congruent with the organisation’s brand perimeters, core values, and future aspirations.
Championing Culture and Innovation
Over the last decade, Shruti helmed the design and evolution of a human-centric work culture and sustainability-driven innovation. As such, Shruti will focus on preserving the company’s foundational ethos by nurturing leadership talent and strengthening institutional frameworks.
Shruti will also bridge the organisation’s trajectory with the Board’s forward-thinking engagement in Tamara’s evolution. Her continued leadership in this new role will forge a keen and thoughtful map for deep, long-term impact across the hospitality industry.
Shruti’s Perspective on the Transition
“This is both an essential as well as exciting new chapter for Tamara,” said Shruti. “Samir carries into this role a wealth of industry experience, strategic insight, and an entrepreneurial spirit that deeply aligns with our culture and aspirations. I look forward to supporting him as we continue to build Tamara Leisure Experiences with integrity, insight and purpose.”
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