Holiday Inn Cochin Appoints Avinash Thomas as Director of Sales

Holiday Inn Cochin has announced the appointment of Avinash Thomas as its new Director of Sales, effective 16 December 2025. With over 12 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Avinash brings strong expertise in sales strategy, revenue optimisation, and market expansion, further strengthening the hotel’s commercial leadership.

A Proven Career in Hospitality Sales

Avinash began his professional journey with Kumarakom Lake Resort, Kottayam, where he built a solid foundation in hospitality sales and market engagement. Over the years, he has held pivotal sales roles with leading hotel brands including Radisson Blu, Courtyard by Marriott, and Flora Airport Hotel, gaining exposure to diverse market segments and competitive hospitality environments.

Most recently, Avinash served as Assistant Director of Sales at Radisson Blu Kochi. In this role, he played a key part in driving sustained sales growth, strengthening corporate and leisure client relationships, and enhancing the hotel’s overall market positioning across key business segments.

Strategic Strengths and Market Expertise

Known for his hands-on approach and strategic thinking, Avinash combines revenue-focused planning with strong relationship management. His experience in developing innovative sales initiatives, identifying emerging market opportunities, and leading collaborative sales teams positions him well to support Holiday Inn Cochin’s growth objectives in both corporate and leisure markets.

An alumnus of MG University, Avinash brings a balance of academic grounding and practical market experience, enabling him to adapt sales strategies to evolving industry dynamics while maintaining strong brand alignment.

Driving Commercial Growth at Holiday Inn Cochin

In his new role as Director of Sales, Avinash Thomas will be responsible for leading the hotel’s sales strategy, strengthening market penetration, expanding key accounts, and driving revenue performance in alignment with IHG’s global standards.

His appointment reflects Holiday Inn Cochin’s continued focus on building a strong leadership team to enhance its competitive position in Kerala’s dynamic hospitality landscape and deliver sustained business growth.