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Araiya Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Akshay Kulkarni as its Chief Business and Strategy Officer (CBSO). In this key leadership role, Akshay will spearhead the company’s strategic growth initiatives, focusing on expanding the hotel portfolio, forging strong partnerships, and identifying new market opportunities.

Akshay brings over 27 years of experience in the hospitality and real estate sectors, showcasing a proven track record of driving profitability and growth. His expertise spans business development, project execution, and asset management, having successfully led large-scale hospitality and mixed-use projects across South and Southeast Asia.

"We are delighted to welcome Akshay to our team," said Amruda Nair, Founder and CEO of Araiya Hotels & Resorts. "His proven expertise in driving business success will help us diversify our portfolio and establish a stronger foothold in the industry. We are eager to leverage his vision as we continue to forge impactful partnerships that will enhance our offerings."

As CBSO, Akshay will be responsible for developing and executing growth strategies, identifying and acquiring new hotel locations, overseeing hotel projects from concept to opening, and building strong relationships with stakeholders to support market expansion.

"Araiya Hotels & Resorts is a young, dynamic and innovative hospitality company, and I am excited to join the team," said Akshay Kulkarni. "I look forward to working with the team to drive strategic growth, expand our hotel portfolio, and enhance our brand presence in the hospitality sector. This completes a full circle for me starting my career in operations and now coming back to creating experiences for our guests.”