Ajay Sampige has been promoted as the Assistant Vice President for operations, Royal Orchid and Regenta Hotels. Sampige who has close to 27 years of experience, working with the most reputed hotels in the country, has been associated with Hotel Royal Orchid over a year as the Area General Manager for Bangalore. Being extremely ardent, an expert in Hospitality and Tourism, he will be responsible for hotels operations, commercials, development and strategies under the two brands, Royal Orchid and Regenta hotels and resorts.
He started his career with Taj West End hotel and has worked in different international markets such as Australian, New Zealand and now back in India with prominent hospitality brands like Taj Luxury Hotels, Accor Hotels, IHG Hotels and now with the Royal Orchid and Regenta Hotel. A passionate Business leader, Mr. Sampige exhibits a strong background in establishing and successfully running International Hotel brands. His expertise in Food and beverage, MICE, etc. make him a great asset to the brand Hotel Royal Orchid and Regenta Hotels.
“My interest and passion for the hospitality industry have been the driving factors in my journey here today. My relationship with all key stakeholders that being; my team, guests and ownership, have always been supreme, this has given me the confidence and a motivation to do better. Customer satisfaction and guaranteeing an excellent guest experience have always been and will be my topmost priority” says Mr Sampige, AVP, Operations.
Mr. Ajay Sampige who has held many prestigious positions in international chains across the globe, specialises in Green field Hotel projects, Branding and rebranding, Pre-opening, Sales and Marketing, Business Acumen, Finance, E-commerce and Revenue Management.