Hilton and Hilton Garden Inn Bengaluru Embassy Manyata Business Park have announced the appointment of Pavan Kumar as the new Commercial Director
With over 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Pavan brings a robust background in commercial strategy, sales leadership, and convention centre sales—a perfect fit for the city’s largest dual-branded hotel complex, with 619 room keys and an expansive MICE centre of 60,000sq. ft.
Pavan’s most recent role was the Vice President – Sales & Marketing at Royal Orchid and Regenta Hotels, where he led national-level sales initiatives and supported the group’s market expansion. Prior to this, Pavan was the Director of Sales & Marketing at Pullman and Novotel New Delhi Aerocity. He oversaw commercial strategies at one of the country’s high-volume business and MICE hotels where he managed large-format event planning, corporate client relationships, and business development initiatives.
Pavan Kumar brings valuable expertise in convention centre sales and strategic revenue management, which will play a key role in elevating Hilton and Hilton Garden Inn Manyata’s presence in South Asia’s growing hospitality landscape. With a proven track record in enhancing visibility, positioning, and revenue for large-scale event venues, he is well-equipped to advance the complex’s growth strategy in the region.
Speaking on his appointment, Pavan Kumar said, “I’m excited to join the vibrant team at Hilton and Hilton Garden Inn Bengaluru Embassy Manyata. As one of South India’s largest Hilton complexes, we are uniquely positioned to be a preferred destination for large-scale events in the country. With 22 versatile meeting spaces and dedicated breakout rooms, the complex offers a competitive advantage for planners seeking scale and convenience. Adding on to this, I look forward to leveraging my experience in convention sales and commercial strategy to strengthen our positioning and drive growth in this dynamic market.”
Manish Garg, General Manager of Hilton and Hilton Garden Inn Bengaluru Embassy Manyata Business Park, added, “With our ambition to lead the MICE and business travel segment in North Bengaluru and beyond, we needed a strong commercial leader who understands the nuances of large-format events, convention sales, and corporate visibility. Pavan’s extensive experience, particularly his time at HICC and Pullman Aerocity, aligns perfectly with our goals. We are confident that under his leadership, the complex will continue to scale new heights and define excellence in hospitality.”
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