Samuel David Secures Gold at the Indian Hospitality Excellence Awards
Samuel David's role underscores his commitment to excellence in property maintenance and his ability to lead in a dynamic and challenging environment.
Samuel David has navigated key roles in some of the most distinguished hospitality establishments in his illustrious professional journey, contributing significantly to engineering and property maintenance. As the Director of Engineering at InterContinental Hotels & Resorts in Chennai, Tamil Nadu has been instrumental in overseeing the effective management of facilities and maintenance, showcasing his strategic planning and prioritization skills.
His current role as the Chief Engineer at Intercontinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort underscores his commitment to excellence in property maintenance and his ability to lead in a dynamic and challenging environment. Samuel's leadership was previously recognized during his tenure as the Director of Engineering at Hyatt Regency Chennai, where he played a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless operation of the hotel's engineering functions.
Before that, his six-year stint as the Director of Engineering at Novotel Chennai Sipcot & Ibis Chennai Sipcot showcased his prowess in handling multi-property facilities and maintenance responsibilities. Samuel's journey in the hospitality industry also includes serving as the Assistant Director of Engineering at Novotel & Ibis Techpark, Bengaluru, where he contributed to effectively managing engineering operations.
His experience extends beyond the borders of India, as seen in his role as the Chief Engineer at Taj Madikeri Resort & Spa, Coorg, under the Taj Hotels brand. Samuel also contributed his engineering expertise to Ananda In The Himalayas, a renowned destination spa resort in Uttarakhand, where he held the position of Chief Engineer.
This diverse and enriching professional journey has not only showcased Samuel's versatility in handling various streams of engineering. Still, it has also positioned him as a key player in hospitality engineering. His ability to drive operational excellence, manage resources effectively, and lead teams has culminated in the recognition of Samuel David as the Gold Award Winner for Engineering Champion of the Year at the Indian Hospitality Excellence Awards 2023.
Meela Seenarain
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