Radisson Hotel Group Brings GMs Together for RAD Leads 2026

Bringing together leadership for strategy, collaboration, and growth.

Radisson Hotel Group successfully hosted its annual General Managers’ Conference, RAD Leads 2026, bringing together its leadership team and General Managers from across South Asia for two days of strategic discussions, workshops, and collaboration.

Conference Venues and Key Attendees

The conference was held at Radisson Blu Hotel Chennai Airport and Radisson Blu Resort Temple Bay Mamallapuram, creating a dynamic environment for leadership engagement. The event was attended by key global and regional leaders, including Chema Basterrechea, Global President & Chief Operating Officer, Elie Younes, Executive Vice President & Global Chief Development Officer, and Inigo Capell, EVP and Chief People & Resources Officer. Also present was KB Kachru, Chairman Emeritus & Principal Advisor.

Focus on Strategy and Performance

RAD Leads 2026 served as a strategic platform to align on the Group’s priorities, strengthen operational excellence, and drive performance across markets. Through immersive workshops and interactive sessions, General Managers engaged in forward-looking discussions centered on growth, enhancing guest experiences, and delivering consistent value to stakeholders.

The collaborative environment enabled leaders to exchange insights from different markets and refine execution strategies to support the company’s expansion ambitions in South Asia.

Leadership Perspective

Nikhil Sharma, Managing Director & Chief Operating Officer, South Asia, Radisson Hotel Group, highlighted the importance of the event, stating that RAD Leads continues to play a critical role in aligning leadership, sharing perspectives, and strengthening execution capabilities.

He emphasized that as the company accelerates its growth across South Asia, its focus remains on operational excellence, superior guest experiences, and creating long-term value for owners and partners.

Gala Evening and New Launch

The two-day conference concluded with a gala evening celebrating collaboration and shared success. A key highlight of the evening was the launch announcement of NIVA, Radisson Hotel Group South Asia’s in-room luxury magazine.

The publication is designed to provide guests with curated insights into destinations, culture, and immersive travel experiences across the region, further enhancing the brand’s guest engagement strategy.

Closing Highlight

Adding to the celebratory atmosphere, the evening featured a special performance by renowned artist Adnan Sami, bringing the conference to a memorable close and reinforcing the spirit of unity and achievement within the organization.

Conclusion

RAD Leads 2026 underscored Radisson Hotel Group’s commitment to leadership alignment, operational excellence, and sustained growth, as it continues to strengthen its presence across South Asia.