Grand Mercure Bengaluru Gopalan Mall appoints Maria Candice Rodrigues as Revenue Manager
/Rodrigues will lead the hotel's revenue management strategy, overseeing pricing, forecasting, distribution and commercial performance.
Grand Mercure Bengaluru Gopalan Mall has announced the appointment of Maria Candice Rodrigues as its Revenue Manager, further strengthening the hotel’s commercial leadership as it continues to focus on strategic growth and revenue optimisation.
Role and responsibilities
In her new role, Candice will lead the hotel’s revenue management function, overseeing pricing strategy, demand forecasting, inventory optimisation and distribution management to maximise commercial performance. She will work closely with the sales, reservations and operations teams to identify new revenue opportunities and support the hotel’s overall business objectives.
Her key priorities will include strengthening the hotel’s commercial performance through data-driven pricing strategies, enhancing forecasting accuracy, optimising distribution channels and identifying new revenue opportunities across market segments. She will also focus on fostering cross-functional collaboration to drive sustainable RevPAR growth and maximise the hotel’s long-term profitability.
Professional background
Candice joins Grand Mercure Bengaluru Gopalan Mall from Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre, where she served as Assistant Manager – Revenue. During her tenure, she played a key role in driving pricing strategy, forecasting demand, managing inventory and analysing market trends across rooms and convention business.
She was also involved in the implementation of Opera Cloud and IDEAS Revenue Management System, further strengthening the property’s revenue planning and operational efficiency. Prior to this, Candice held roles in Reservations at Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre, ibis Chennai City Centre and Alila Diwa Goa, building a strong foundation in hotel distribution, reservations strategy and commercial operations before transitioning into Revenue Management.
General Manager’s perspective
Commenting on the appointment, Ram Shetty, General Manager, Grand Mercure Bengaluru Gopalan Mall, said, “We are delighted to welcome Maria to Grand Mercure Bengaluru Gopalan Mall. Her analytical mindset, commercial acumen and experience in revenue strategy make her a valuable addition to our team. As we continue to focus on driving profitable growth, strengthening our direct booking channels, and optimizing overall commercial performance, Candice’s expertise will be instrumental in enhancing our revenue strategies and maximizing business opportunities across all segments. We are confident that her expertise will help strengthen our revenue performance and support the hotel’s continued growth.”
Revenue Manager’s perspective
Speaking about her appointment, Candice, Revenue Manager, Grand Mercure Bengaluru Gopalan Mall said, “I am thrilled to join Grand Mercure Bengaluru Gopalan Mall and be part of a team that is committed to excellence in hospitality. Revenue management is about understanding changing market dynamics and making informed decisions that create long-term value. What excites me most about this opportunity is the ability to combine data-driven insights with strong cross-functional collaboration to develop agile commercial strategies that deliver measurable results. With Bengaluru continuing to evolve as one of India’s most dynamic hospitality markets, I look forward to identifying new opportunities, driving revenue performance and contributing to the hotel’s long-term success. I am eager to work closely with the team to drive sustainable growth while continuing to deliver value for both the hotel and its guests.”
