APPOINTMENT

The Lalit Great Eastern Kolkata has announced the appointment of Ayan Halder as its new  Hotel Manager.

Ayan brings over 16 years of extensive experience in luxury hospitality operations and guest experience management. In his new role, he will oversee the hotel’s overall operations, with a focus on enhancing  guest experiences, strengthening operational excellence, and driving service innovation.

Prior to joining The LaLiT Great Eastern Kolkata, he held key leadership roles with Marriott  International, most recently serving as Unit Head – Property Leader in Kochi and earlier as  Director of Rooms Operations at Courtyard by Marriott Bengaluru Hebbal. During his  tenure, he played a pivotal role in driving guest satisfaction, operational efficiency, and  revenue growth across departments.

Ayan has also worked with  Taj Hotels and The Oberoi Group, where he held various leadership roles across front office,  rooms division, and hotel operations.

Commenting on his new role, Ayan said.  “It is an honour to join The LaLiT Great  Eastern Kolkata, a property that holds immense historical and cultural significance in the city’s  hospitality landscape. I look forward to working closely with the team to deliver memorable  guest experiences, strengthen operational excellence, and optimize revenue performance while  preserving the hotel’s rich heritage. I am also committed to upholding the strong Diversity,  Equity and Inclusion ethos that The LaLiT stands for, fostering an environment where every  team member feels respected, valued, and empowered.”