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The Passionate Team Behind Every BluSalzz Experience
The Board
Meet the Leaders Who Inspire
Sunjoy Sharma
Founder & CEO
With over 32 years of expertise, Mr Sunjoy is a seasoned veteran who overlooked the operations of renowned brands like JW Marriott, Sheraton, Westin, and more. Now, leading BluSalzz, he continues to redefine excellence in hospitality, crafting experiences that linger long after the stay.
ROBERT FADEL
Chairman of the Board
Read MoreRobert Fadel is a global hospitality expert with 40+ years’ experience, known for leading luxury hotel openings, driving performance, and delivering impactful leadership training worldwide.
SUNJOY SHARMA (SANJAY)
Founder CEO
Read MoreWith over 32 years of expertise, Mr Sunjoy is a seasoned veteran who overlooked the operations of renowned brands like JW Marriott, Sheraton, Westin, and more. Now, leading BluSalzz, he continues to redefine excellence in hospitality, crafting experiences that linger long after the stay.
DANIELA ANDREA
Director Vice President Culinary
Read MoreDaniela, a creative and passionate culinary professional with 18 years of experience, is leading the culinary department at BluSalzz as Vice President of culinary. Her expertise exudes innovation, making every dish an experience to savour.
CHANDNI SHARMA
Director Growth Strategy
Read MoreChandni is a keen observer of details who believes in a result-oriented approach. She joined our brand during its inception and now leads people as Director of Growth Strategy, driving success with her sharp insights and passion for growth.
The Management Team
Meet the Creators of Memorable Stays
Kanwal Jit Walia
VP Technical Services
Kanwal, an engineering graduate with over 32 years in hospitality, has led technical services at The Taj Group and Starwood Hotels. His expertise in operational efficiency and sustainable maintenance has shaped landmark properties like Sheraton Oman and Le Royal Meridien Abu Dhabi.
Francis Ambatt
VP Talent & Growth Strategy
Francis, an experienced HR professional with 35 years in hospitality, has shaped talent strategies at leading brands like Marriott, Starwood, and Accor. A strategic leader in HR transformation, he excels in team management, cost optimisation, and innovative workforce initiatives.
Rajesh Madan
SVP - F&B Strategy
Rajesh, a hospitality professional with over three decades of experience, has launched F&B innovations across the USA, Africa, the Middle East, and India. Recognised with prestigious accolades, including the National Tourism Award, he has a proven track record in culinary excellence and concept development.
John Varghese
VP Revenue & Distribution Strategy
John, a seasoned hospitality professional with 35 years of experience, has worked for brands like Leela, Sheraton, and Luxury Collection. His expertise spans revenue management, distribution, sales, and pre-openings, driving profitability and market growth.
Lata Pande
Director of Operations & Business Development (North)
Lata, a hospitality professional with 15 years of experience, has excelled in marketing, operations, sales, and customer relations at renowned brands like Oberoi Amarvilas, Suryagarh, and Westin Gurgaon. She later took on a key role at BillerudKorsnäs Packaging India, overseeing operations in India and Bangladesh.
Om Prakash Gwasikoti
Corporate Director of Finance
Om, a seasoned hotelier and finance professional with 19 years of experience, has worked with top brands like Taj, Westin, and Radisson. Known for his expertise in financial strategy, execution, and achieving results, he specialises in audit and control, financial analysis, and budgeting. Focused on driving financial performance, he continues to contribute to our brand's success.
Yogesh Yadav
Director of Business Development
With 16 years of experience in hospitality, Yogesh has excelled in Sales & Marketing and Front Office operations at brands like Hotel Leela, Hyatt, Pontha Resorts, and Oberoi Group. His expertise includes managing relationships, marketing communication, business development, administration, and sourcing for corporate travel, travel trade markets, and DMC business.
Nikhar Suri
Director - Revenue & Distribution Strategy
Nikhar began his career as a reservation executive with Courtyard by Marriott in 2015 and later handled the reservation and revenue portfolio with JW Marriott and Marriott cluster. He previously worked with BluSalzz as Assistant Manager of Revenue and Distribution for 18 months and recently served as Revenue Manager at Spectra Hospitality.
GAURAV CHOPRA
Chief Operating Officer
Read MoreGaurav, an experienced hospitality professional with a rich background at Marriott, Taj Hotels, and Starwood, now serves as COO at BluSalzz. His expertise spans revenue management, strategic marketing, and consumer experience, driving growth and excellence at every turn.
ARCHANA GUPTA
Vice President Brand Operations
Read MoreArchana, with a career spanning over three decades, has led brand operations at top hospitality groups like Hyatt, Starwood, and Marriott. Her expertise in pre-opening, strategy planning, and F&B operations has shaped multiple successful properties.
RRAJESH MADDAN
Senior Vice President Food & Beverage Strategy
Read MoreRajesh, a hospitality professional with over three decades of experience, has launched F&B innovations across the USA, Africa, the Middle East, and India. Recognised with prestigious accolades, including the National Tourism Award, he has a proven track record in culinary excellence and concept development.
LATA PANDE
Director Operations and Business Development - North India
Read MoreLata, a hospitality professional with 15 years of experience, has excelled in marketing, operations, sales, and customer relations at renowned brands like Oberoi Amarvilas, Suryagarh, and Westin Gurgaon. She later took on a key role at BillerudKorsnäs Packaging India, overseeing operations in India and Bangladesh.
FRANCIS AMBATT
Vice Present Talent and Culture
Read MoreFrancis, an experienced HR professional with 35 years in hospitality, has shaped talent strategies at leading brands like Marriott, Starwood, and Accor. A strategic leader in HR transformation, he excels in team management, cost optimisation, and innovative workforce initiatives.
KANWALJIT WALIA
Vice President Techinical Services
Read MoreKanwal, an engineering graduate with over 32 years in hospitality, has led technical services at The Taj Group and Starwood Hotels. His expertise in operational efficiency and sustainable maintenance has shaped landmark properties like Sheraton Oman and Le Royal Meridien Abu Dhabi.
OM GWASIKOTI
Corporate Director of Finance
Read MoreOm, a seasoned hotelier and finance professional with 19 years of experience, has worked with top brands like Taj, Westin, and Radisson. Known for his expertise in financial strategy, execution, and achieving results, he specialises in audit and control, financial analysis, and budgeting. Focused on driving financial performance, he continues to contribute to our brand's success.
JOHN VARGHEESE
Vice President Revenue and Distribution Strategy
Read MoreJohn, a seasoned hospitality professional with 35 years of experience, has worked for brands like Leela, Crowne Plaza, Le Meridien, Sheraton, and Luxury Collection. His expertise spans revenue management, distribution, sales, and pre-openings, driving profitability and market growth.
YOGESH YADAV
Director Business Development (Sales)
Read MoreWith 16 years of experience in hospitality, Yogesh has excelled in Sales & Marketing and Front Office operations at brands like Hotel Leela, Hyatt, Pontha Resorts, and Oberoi Group. His expertise includes managing relationships, marketing communication, business development, administration, and sourcing for corporate travel, travel trade markets, and DMC business.