Shishir Kumar Jena Appointed as Chief Financial Officer at Stone Wood Hotels & Resorts
Stone Wood Hotels & Resorts appoints Shishir Kumar Jena as CFO, bringing 32+ years of hospitality finance experience to lead the brand’s strategic growth.
Munni Khatun 
India – July 2025: Stone Wood Hotels & Resorts, one of India’s fastest-growing boutique hospitality chains, has appointed Shishir Kumar Jena as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The strategic leadership addition reinforces the company’s commitment to sustainable growth, operational excellence, and value-driven hospitality.
A Veteran of Hospitality Finance
Bringing with him more than 32 years of rich experience, Shishir Kumar Jena is a highly respected finance professional in India’s hospitality landscape. His career spans key leadership roles at renowned brands such as Acron, Radisson, and Fortune Inn Exotica, where he built a reputation for financial discipline, strategic foresight, and cross-functional collaboration.
From managing complex financial ecosystems to aligning business goals with guest satisfaction, Jena’s expertise has consistently contributed to organizational performance and profitability.
Strategic Role in Stone Wood’s Expansion
As Chief Financial Officer, Jena will be responsible for:
Shaping financial strategy and capital planning
Enhancing operational efficiency across properties
Overseeing budget management, forecasting, and revenue optimization
Supporting Stone Wood’s expansion across various hospitality segments in India
His experience across diverse ownership models and property formats uniquely positions him to manage the financial intricacies of the company’s diversified boutique portfolio.
Finance as a Passion, Not Just a Profession
Known for viewing finance as a strategic enabler, Shishir Kumar Jena has spent decades fine-tuning the balance between cost control and guest experience excellence. His approach reflects a deep understanding of the industry’s evolving dynamics and his belief that finance plays a pivotal role in shaping meaningful, guest-centric outcomes.
Leadership Statement
Shikhar Kumar, Managing Director of Stone Wood Hotels & Resorts, shared:
“We are delighted to welcome Shishir Kumar Jena to our leadership team at this pivotal moment in our company’s journey. His extensive financial expertise and deep understanding of the hospitality industry make him the ideal candidate to guide our financial strategy as we embark on this exciting expansion phase. Shishir’s proven track record in driving operational efficiency and value creation will be instrumental in supporting our vision to redefine boutique hospitality across India.”
