New Delhi, December 18, 2020: KiranChalloju has been appointed as the Portfolio Director of Sales & Marketing for a portfolio of10 Holiday Inn Expresshotels under the SAMHI ownership effective 23rd Nov 2020.

Kiran comes with around 17 years of rich experience in spearheading Sales and Marketing operations with expertise in Luxury, mid-scale and value segments of the hotel industry.Hehas worked with well established brands like IHCL, Oberoi Hotels and Resorts and ITC Hotels.

His last assignment was with Ginger Hotels within the IHCL, where he was theCorporate Director of Sales for Key Markets and Travel Trade.

Kiran has completed his Bachelor’s Degree in economics from Nizam’s College in Hyderabad and has completed his Executive Program in Management from Shailesh J Mehta School of Management at IIT-Bombay.

Kiran ishappily married to Parvathi for 13 years nowand has a2year olddaughter, Mira. In his spare time, he likes reading and listening to Carnatic Classical music.He also actively volunteers for organizations committed for creating social impact on women empowerment and child welfare.

Please join me in welcoming Kiran to our IHG family and extend your support as he settles down in his new role at IHG.

Corporate Comm India (CCI Newswire)