Radisson Hotel Group Elevates Faisal Nafees to Senior Regional Director, West & South India

Radisson Hotel Group Bolsters Leadership with Promotion of Faisal Nafees to Senior Regional Director

In a strategic move to strengthen its leadership in key markets, Radisson Hotel Group has announced the elevation of hospitality veteran Faisal Nafees to the position of Senior Regional Director for West and South India. This promotion recognizes Nafees' exceptional leadership and his proven track record of driving operational excellence and brand growth within the group's portfolio.

With a distinguished career spanning over 25 years, Faisal Nafees has been an integral part of the Radisson Hotel Group for more than six years. His deep industry expertise and people-centric leadership style are expected to play a pivotal role in steering the group's strategic expansion and enhancing guest experiences across the vibrant West and South India regions.

A Legacy of Excellence Within Radisson Hotel Group

Faisal Nafees' journey with Radisson is a testament to his ability to transform properties into benchmark-setting destinations.

Crafting an Iconic Resort Experience

Most recently, as the General Manager of the Radisson Resort & Spa in Lonavala, Nafees successfully positioned the property as an ICON Hotel within Radisson Hotel Group's South Asia portfolio. Under his leadership, the resort became celebrated for its exceptional service standards, creative F&B concepts, and immersive guest engagement programs.

His consistent performance and dedication to excellence have been recognized with the group's prestigious “Center of Excellence” General Manager Award on multiple occasions, highlighting his standing as one of Radisson's top-performing leaders.

Expertise in Pre-Opening and Launch Strategy

His contributions to the group extend beyond a single property. Nafees played a crucial role in the group's expansion by spearheading the pre-opening projects for Radisson Kufri and Radisson Resort Goa Baga, demonstrating his versatile skill set in launching successful new ventures.

A Career Forged with the World's Most Esteemed Brands

Prior to his tenure with Radisson, Faisal Nafees honed his expertise with some of the most prestigious names in global hospitality.

Mastering Luxury and Culinary Excellence

His career includes leadership roles in properties affiliated with Small Luxury Hotels of the World and venues that have received the coveted Michelin Key award. A standout chapter in his career was with Lebua Hotels & Resorts, where he oversaw multi-property operations across India and Thailand.

At the legendary Lebua Bangkok, home to world-renowned Michelin-starred dining venues, Nafees was at the helm of one of the globe's most acclaimed food and beverage programs. There, he collaborated with celebrated chefs, driving both remarkable revenue growth and uncompromising operational excellence.

A Recognized Leader Championing Innovation and Sustainability

Faisal Nafees is not only a accomplished operator but also a recognized thought leader in the hospitality industry. He has been honoured among Asia’s Top Hospitality Icons and is a multiple-time recipient of the General Manager of the Year award.

In his new role as Senior Regional Director, he is poised to continue championing his core philosophies: fostering innovation in guest experiences, integrating sustainable practices into hotel operations, and practicing people-centric leadership to develop talent and inspire high-performing teams.

His promotion underscores Radisson Hotel Group's commitment to placing its most capable and visionary leaders in charge of its key growth markets, ensuring the brand continues to set new standards in the competitive Indian hospitality landscape.