Holiday Inn Express appoints Palash Swarup as Portfolio Director of Sales & Marketing

A leadership appointment to drive commercial performance across Holiday Inn Express hotels in India.

Holiday Inn Express has announced the appointment of Palash Swarup as portfolio director of sales & marketing for its portfolio. In this role, he will lead the commercial performance of the 12 Holiday Inn Express hotels across India owned by SAMHI.

Professional experience and expertise

Palash brings over 18 years of experience across hospitality, aviation, and IT consulting, with expertise in sales strategy, revenue optimisation, and business development. An alumnus of IHM Chandigarh, he has experience across corporate, leisure, MICE, embassies, airlines, and events.

Previous roles

Previously, he served as Cluster Director of Sales & Marketing at Hyatt Hotels and has also held roles at Hilton Hotels, Taj Hotels, and Sagax.

On the appointment

Commenting on his appointment, Palash Swarup said, “I am delighted to take on this new role and look forward to strengthening Holiday Inn Express’s position in the market while driving sustainable growth.”

The appointment of Chef Rohit Chauhan as our Executive Chef at Holiday Inn Agra.

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Chef Rohit Chauhan as our Executive Chef at Holiday Inn Agra.

With over a decade of rich culinary experience across leading hospitality brands in India and internationally, Chef Rohit brings a deep passion for gastronomy and a strong commitment to excellence. He has built an impressive career working with esteemed brands, most recently serving as Executive Chef at Mercure Lucknow Gomti Nagar by Accor.

He has contributed to key leadership capacities at esteemed brands including Hyatt, Sarovar Portico, Aloft, Hilton, and Accor. His diverse experience and strong leadership skills, along with valuable international exposure in Dubai with Aloft & Element Hotels by Marriott, make him a valuable addition to our team.

Chef Rohit specializes in a diverse range of cuisines, including Indian, Western, Japanese, and Arabic, and is known for his innovative approach, attention to detail, and ability to create memorable dining experiences. His leadership style focuses on quality, consistency, and creativity, ensuring that every dish reflects both authenticity and modern flair.

Throughout his career, he has successfully led culinary teams, developed distinctive menus, and consistently delivered high standards in food quality and guest satisfaction. His vision is to elevate the dining experience by blending global influences with local flavors, creating offerings that resonate with both our resident and visiting guests.

Beyond the kitchen, Rohit is passionate about playing cricket and exploring new destinations, bringing a well-rounded personality to the workplace. We are confident that Chef Rohit’s expertise and passion will bring a fresh and exciting dimension to our culinary offerings.

On this occasion, our General Manager, Mr. Pradipt Sinha shared, “We are delighted to welcome Chef Rohit Chauhan to Holiday Inn Agra. His extensive experience, global exposure, and passion for culinary excellence align perfectly with our vision of delivering exceptional guest experiences. We are confident that under his leadership, our culinary offerings will reach new heights and continue to delight our guests.” Please join us in welcoming Chef Rohit Chauhan as we embark on a new and inspiring culinary journey together.