Joydeep Das takes the helm as Director of Sales and Marketing at the Westin Kolkata Rajarhat
The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat, a part of the prestigious Marriott International, announced the appointment of Joydeep Das as its Director of Sales and Marketing. With a rich experience spanning over 14 years in the hospitality industry, Joydeep brings a wealth of expertise to his new role.
Das's responsibilities as the Director of Sales and Marketing include spearheading innovative sales and marketing strategies to enhance both room and event sales at the upscale hotel. Known for his outstanding success in previous roles, he will play a crucial role in making pricing decisions for transient and group bookings, crafting budgets and forecasts, formulating strategic plans, organising special events to boost room and food and beverage sales, and positioning the hotel as the preferred choice for weddings.
His journey began as a senior sales executive with Concept Hospitality Pvt Ltd., and he has since held key roles with prestigious hotel brands such as ITC Hotels, ITC Sonar, the pre-opening team of the iconic ITC Royal Bengal in Kolkata, and the launch of Welcomhotel By ITC Hotels, Bhubaneshwar. His most recent assignment was as the Director of Sales at Taj Fisherman’s Cove Resort Spa, Chennai, with the Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL).
Having embarked on his career journey after completing his Bachelors of Commerce from Calcutta University, Das has experienced remarkable career growth with renowned hospitality brands. He holds a Masters in Planning Entrepreneurship from the Indian Institute of Planning Management, New Delhi.
