Vaibhav Verma to Lead Udman Hotels’ Bold Expansion
Vaibhav Verma has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of a distinguished brand in boutique and luxury hospitality, Udman Hotels and Resorts. He has been in the industry for 28 years hence bringing a wealth of experience and insight that perfectly aligns with the goals of Udman for the future.
For taking the brand to the text phase of strategic growth, there is an expansion plan to increase the portfolio from 7 boutique and luxury hotels to 50 within the next five years. This transformative period is in the right hands of Verma who has a proven track record in managing and leading teams perfectly. He has worked with brands such as Bestwestern, Business World Magazine, Accor Hotels, ITC Fortune Hotels, JHM Interstate Hotels, Taiping Carpets and Jaypee Hotels. His pre-opening and operational experience were demonstrated while launching properties like Four Points by Sheraton in Jaipur, Pune and Vishakhapatnam, Khyber, Gulmarg among others. Most recently he was working with at juSTA Hotels and Resorts as Chief Revenue Officer.
“I am thrilled to join Udman at such a pivotal time in its journey. The opportunity to contribute to a brand that values both luxury and individuality is truly exciting. I look forward to working closely with the talented team here to further enhance our offerings, ensuring that each guest experience is as memorable and enriching as the next,” said Verma.
While welcoming Verma, Vikaas Gutgutia, Founder and Managing Director, Ferns N Petals said, “I am delighted to welcome Vaibhav to the Udman family. His journey in the hospitality sector and his ability to blend strategic thinking with hands-on leadership will be essential as we embark on this exciting new chapter. With his expertise, I am confident that he will not only maintain the personalised touch our brand is known for but also ensure we are at the forefront of innovation and growth in the hospitality industry.”
