Keshav Baljee, Vice-president corporate affairs and co-promoter, Royal Orchid Hotels Ltd
I think there is an interesting battle brewing between some of the domestic brands, such as ourselves, and the international players. Of course, the industry is poised to grow and there is enough room for everyone, but it will be fascinating to see how it pans out.
Global practices have been in India for many years now, but I feel we should possibly be less corporatised and try and retain a human touch. After all, that is the very essence of hospitality.
My goal is to leave an impression in the world of hospitality – to be recognised as someone who changed the rules of the game. Of course, we‘re several years away from that, but it’s something I’m sure I want to do.
My inspiration comes from within – at the end of the day you have to drive yourself. Nobody else can push you to achieve your goals. My vision for our company is to achieve a footprint of 4000 rooms by 2015; we want to be recognised as a company that sets the standard in providing value-for-money in business hotels, without ompromising on any frills.
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Name: Keshav Baljee
Age: 26 years
Designation: Vice-president corporate affairs and co-promoter, Royal Orchid Hotels Ltd
Responsibilities: Conceptualising and implementing the expansion plans of the company, and setting the strategic direction of the group. I also handle IT, Marketing, PR, and play a major role in the fund-raising activities of the group.
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