APPOINTMENT
Hyatt Place Vadodara has announced the appointment of Kris Reynolds as its new General Manager.
With over 17 years of hospitality experience across Hyatt brand, Kris’ promotion marks a significant milestone in his career. This is his first stint as a General Manager after rising through ranks at the same property.
Kris has been associated with Hyatt Place Vadodara for over 4 years, having joined as part of the pre- opening team in 2021 as Director of Sales. His performance led to his promotions to Director of Sales & Marketing (2022) and later to Assistant General Manager in 2023.
During this time, he played a key role in driving stronger team engagement, optimizing productivity, and significantly enhancing guest satisfaction scores.
Kris’ extensive journey with Hyatt began at the Hyatt Area Sales Office, where he was appointed Sales Executive in 2010. He then moved to Grand Hyatt Goa as Sales Manager in 2012 and was promoted to Senior Sales Manager in 2014.
In 2015, he moved to the flagship Grand Hyatt Mumbai as Senior Sales Manager, later becoming Associate Director of Sales in 2016. He returned to Grand Hyatt Goa in 2017 as Director of Sales, followed by a stint at Park Hyatt Chennai in 2020.
Throughout his career, he has also worked with other renowned brands such as Westin Hyderabad and Ramada Powai.
Commenting on his appointment, Kris said, “Hyatt Place Vadodara is like home to me, and I am incredibly honoured to lead the team I have grown alongside. My vision for the hotel is built on a playbook of agility, empathy, and innovation. We will continue to focus on intuitive service and personalization, ensuring we listen closely to guest feedback to create unique experiences. By learning quickly and adapting to the market, we aim to solidify the hotel’s status as the top choice for both business and leisure travellers.”
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