Hyatt Place Vithalapur appoints Tushar Sharma as Associate Director of Sales

Tushar Sharma will oversee sales and marketing, focusing on corporate partnerships and business development.

Hyatt Place Vithalapur has appointed Tushar Sharma as Associate Director of Sales, in alignment with the property plans to strengthen its commercial operations and brand presence locally and globally.

As Associate Director of Sales, Tushar will lead the marketing and sales functions of the property, strengthen corporate partnerships, develop new business opportunities and build long-term relationships with key stakeholders.

Focus on corporate and business travel

As an emerging manufacturing and business hub in Gujarat, Vithalapur attracts business travellers from across India and overseas. Hyatt Place Vithalapur is strategically located and well-equipped to cater to the needs of business travellers from across the world making Tushar’s appointment as Associate Director of Sales, important at a stage when the property works towards strengthening its market presence among corporates and organisations operating in and around the Mandal-Becharaji-Vithalapur industrial corridor.

“As an industrial hub, the city offers great potential for the hospitality sector to change the overall landscape of towns that see a huge influx of corporate and business travellers. I am excited to take on this new challenge at Hyatt Place Vithalapur and to design marketing strategies specifically to reach out to our core target group. I look forward to positioning Hyatt Place Vithalapur as the preferred choice for corporate stays, meetings and events in the region,” said Tushar Sharma, Associate Director of Sales, Hyatt Place Vithalapur.

Tushar Sharma’s hospitality experience

An MBA in Marketing & Sales, Tushar brings over a decade of experience in hospitality sales and business development, with a career spanning leading hospitality groups including Marriott, Radisson Hotel Group (RHG), Sayaji Hotels, Playotel Hotels and Hyatt Group Hotels. His experience across these reputed hospitality brands has equipped him with strong expertise in driving sales, developing business opportunities and building strategic relationships across the sector.

“We are delighted to welcome Tushar as an Associate Director of Sales at Hyatt Place Vithalapur. His extensive experience across leading hospitality brands and strong understanding of sales and business development will be instrumental in strengthening our market presence and driving the property’s business performance. As Vithalapur continues to emerge as an important industrial and business hub, we look forward to Tushar leveraging his expertise to build meaningful partnerships and create new opportunities for sustained growth,” said Bhuwan Chandra, General Manager, Hyatt Place Vithalapur.

Hyatt Place Vithalapur appoints Abhishek Chawla as Head Chef

Chef Abhishek brings over 15 years of hospitality experience and expertise in Pan-Asian cuisine.

Hyatt Place Vithalapur has appointed Abhishek Chawla as Head Chef, strengthening the hotel’s culinary operations as it continues to serve a diverse mix of domestic and international business and leisure travellers. Chef Abhishek brings over 15 years of hospitality experience and a penchant for Pan-Asian cuisine to Hyatt Place Vithalapur.

Experience across hospitality

As an emerging manufacturing hub in Gujarat, Vithalapur, attracts visitors from across the world, leading to a demand for authentic, global cuisines. Chef Abhishek’s extensive experience in culinary operations and menu development across some of India’s leading hotel chains, makes Hyatt Place Vithalapur, the go-to destination in the city for memorable dining experiences.

Chef Abhishek has previously worked with renowned international hospitality brands, where he contributed his culinary expertise to enhance their F&B offerings and create distinctive dining experiences. “Leading culinary operations at Hyatt Place Vithalapur marks an exciting milestone for me. The city attracts a strong global business-traveller community, and I am excited to have our guests experience authentic Pan-Asian flavours created from fresh ingredients and spices and crafted using modern techniques,” said Abhishek Chawla, Head Chef, Hyatt Place Vithalapur.

Culinary operations at Hyatt Place Vithalapur

“We are delighted to welcome Chef Abhishek to Hyatt Place Vithalapur’s culinary leadership team and have him create memorable dining experiences for all our guests,” said Bhuwan Chandra, General Manager, Hyatt Place Vithalapur.

Hyatt Place Vithalapur runs an all-day dining restaurant Zing, where guests can enjoy an extensive buffet and à la carte menu featuring Pan-Asian, Italian, Indian and international cuisines. The hotel also offers The Market, a 24/7 Grab & Go outlet located at the lobby level, serving freshly brewed beverages, sandwiches, snacks, and desserts throughout the day and night

Hyatt Place Vithalapur appoints Bhuwan Chandra as General Manager

The hospitality professional will lead the 108-room hotel's operations, commercial strategy and guest experience initiatives in Gujarat.

Hyatt Place Vithalapur, Gujarat, has appointed Bhuwan Chandra as General Manager, reinforcing the hotel’s continued commitment to operational excellence, guest satisfaction and sustainable business growth.

New role

In his new role as General Manager, Bhuwan will lead Hyatt Place Vithalapur into its next phase of growth, with a focus on enhancing guest satisfaction, strengthening operational efficiencies, driving commercial performance and further positioning the hotel as a preferred destination for business and leisure travellers from Gujarat and across India.

Professional background

Bhuwan is a seasoned hospitality professional with over 20 years of industry experience, including 14 years with Hyatt Hotels Corporation. Since joining Hyatt Place Vithalapur during its pre-opening phase in May 2025, he has been instrumental in establishing the operational foundation of the 108-room hotel.

General Manager’s perspective

“I look forward to delivering exceptional guest experiences for guests at Hyatt Place Vithalapur while fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement at the property with my team,” says Bhuwan.

Experience with Hyatt

His contributions span project planning, recruitment, operational readiness, brand compliance, commercial strategy execution, and owner relations, ensuring the property consistently aligns with Hyatt’s global standards of excellence.

During his tenure with Hyatt, Bhuwan has held key leadership positions, including Director of Rooms at Hyatt Ahmedabad, and played a significant role in the successful opening of Hyatt Place Aurangabad. He has also contributed to the operations and growth of Hyatt Regency Kolkata and Hyatt Regency Dharamshala, further strengthening his expertise in hotel operation