Nikhil Sharma Wins Hospitality Leader of the Year at Indian Hospitality Excellence Awards 2024
Nikhil brings a wealth of experience and expertise in leadership, emphasizing engagement, commitment, accountability, loyalty to brand and stakeholder value, inclusiveness, and joy in work.
In a spectacular celebration of excellence within the vibrant hospitality industry, Nikhil Sharma, the Market Managing Director of Eurasia at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, stood out as the Judges' choice for Hospitality Leader of the Year at the 2024 Indian Hospitality Excellence Awards. The opulent event, meticulously curated by the Hozpitality Group, unfolded at the Shilp Wellness Resort and Spa in Mumbai on February 3, 2024.
In his role as Market Managing Director Eurasia at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Nikhil Sharma commands a comprehensive management portfolio that includes business development, support for new hotel operations, national sales, revenue management, and local marketing. His strategic leadership has fostered relationships with owners and franchise partners, driving system contribution, revenue growth, operational excellence, and brand engagement.
Before joining Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Nikhil held the position of Chief Operating Officer at Ginger Hotels, a TATA Enterprise. He played a pivotal role as a founding member of the Lemon Tree Hotel Company. During his tenure as COO of East, Central & West, he reported to the CMD, overseeing full P&L/ROI responsibilities.
Nikhil brings a wealth of experience and expertise in leadership, emphasizing engagement, commitment, accountability, loyalty to brand and stakeholder value, inclusiveness, and joy in work. His competencies include capability building, innovation, disciplined execution, conflict resolution, creative problem-solving, and the ability to align cross-functional teams to shared objectives.
Nikhil Sharma's functional expertise spans business strategy and planning, establishing brand leadership, business development, revenue generation, revenue management and distribution, business and operations turnaround, project management, learning and development, and corporate social responsibility.
Nikhil Sharma has a strong educational foundation, having completed an Executive Education Programme in Operations Modelling using Spreadsheets from the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore. He also pursued Managing Strategic Growth and Leadership in Emerging Markets at Cornell University's School of Hotel Administration.
Besides his professional achievements, Nikhil has been actively involved in various advisory roles and memberships. He served as an Advisory Member on the Board of Sarthak Educational Trust, contributing to social services. Additionally, he participated as a fundraiser for Muskaan NGO, empowering the differently abled, showcasing his commitment to economic empowerment through his role as an Advisory Board Member for the Hotel and Restaurant Association of Northern India (HRANI).
Nikhil Sharma's commitment to civil rights and social action is evident through his memberships in the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Delhi State Council and the CII Northern Region Committee on Tourism & Hospitality. He is also a part of the Advisory Board for HSMAI Asia Pacific. He is a prominent Board Member of the Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India.
In conclusion, Nikhil Sharma's journey in the hospitality industry reflects his professional acumen and his dedication to societal well-being. His recent accolade as Hospitality Leader of the Year confirms his visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to excellence in the field. As he continues to make significant contributions to the industry, Nikhil Sharma undoubtedly emerges as a trailblazer and a true icon in hospitality.
Meela Seenarain
Dubai, United Arab Emirates UAE