RADISSON BLU Pune Hinjawadi has appointed Pankaj Saxena as the General Manager. Pankaj was last holding the position of General Manager at Country Inn & Suites by Carlson, Mysore. He brings with him 20 years of hospitality experience. Radisson Varanasi, Sarovar Hotels, and ITC Hotels are few brands that Pankaj has worked with previously. He also served on the Executive Committee as Vice President 2011 – 12 Hotels & Restaurant Association of Andhra Pradesh, India. As the General Manager of Radisson Blu Pune Hinjawadi, Pankaj will be accountable for all aspects of the hotel including operations.
His responsibility would include curating strategic initiatives that will lead the hotel to solidify its leadership position. Pankaj will develop and implement business strategies for the hotel which are aligned with Carlson Hotel and the hotel owner’s overall mission, vision, values, and strategies. He would also implement strategies and practices which support employee engagement throughout the hotel. He will work with the Executive Committee to continually improve hotel operations by evaluating guest services provided responding to opportunities within the market.
He would also analyze business results on a regular basis and takes actions to improve results as appropriate. His responsibility also includes ensuring the hotel adheres to all local, state and national employment, licensing, lodging, liquor, insurance, safety, contract and other laws and standards.