Minor Hotels has announced the appointment of Rohit Chopra as the new Area Commercial Director, India
Rohit joins the hospitality group as it accelerates its growth in the market, targeting 50 new openings within the next decade.
In his new role at Minor Hotels, Rohit will spearhead commercial activities across the group in India, emphasising driving revenue growth, building long-lasting client relationships, and enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty. Chopra will report to Vijay Krishnan, Vice President of Operations, India, and Richard Beh, Vice President of Commercial, Asia.
Rohit is a seasoned leader in the hospitality industry with a career spanning over 26 years, including roles at global hospitality groups Marriott, Hyatt, and Accor. His career began as a Sales Executive in 1998, after which he joined Hyatt in 2004, advancing to Director of Sales & Marketing. In 2013, Chopra moved to Accor, where he spent over a decade rising through the ranks and most recently holding the position of Director of National Sales for India & South Asia. There, he led strategic sales and distribution initiatives, contributing to the company’s exceptional performance in India and internationally.
On his appointment, Rohit Chopra said, “I am excited to join Minor Hotels at such a pivotal moment in its growth journey. I look forward to leveraging my experience to drive commercial success and strengthen our relationships with clients and partners. Minor Hotels’ brands are renowned for their exceptional service and guest experiences. I look forward to working with our team members to continue our success in the dynamic Indian market.”
Puneet Dhawan, Head of Asia at Minor Hotels, commented, “We are thrilled to welcome Rohit to the Minor Hotels team. His extensive expertise in sales, marketing, and strategy, coupled with a deep understanding of the Indian hospitality market, make him the ideal leader to drive our commercial strategy in India. Rohit’s ability to foster strong client relationships and deliver growth aligns perfectly with our vision for expansion in India.”
An Indian national, Rohit Chopra holds a Bachelor’s in Commerce from DAV College Amritsar and a Master’s in Tourism Management from the Institute of Management Studies (IMS) Ghaziabad.
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