Indrajeet Banerjee (IB), a seasoned professional with over 28 years of leadership experience in sales, marketing, and brand strategy, has been a transformative force in the hospitality industry. With an illustrious 18-year tenure at The Leela Palaces, Hotels & Resorts, IB played a pivotal role in establishing the brand as a global icon, contributing to its recognition as the No. 1 Brand in the World by Travel + Leisure USA.

 

As Group Vice President - Sales, Marketing, Distribution, and Loyalty, IB spearheaded a wide range of functions, including brand strategy, digital transformation, revenue management, and profitability enhancement. His strategic oversight extended globally, with successful campaigns across the US, UK, France, Russia, the Middle East, and Singapore.

 

IB’s impressive career also includes leadership roles at prestigious brands such as The Hyatt, Starwood Hotels & Resorts, and United Airlines, where he drove business growth and market presence. Notably, he was instrumental in the India launch of United Airlines and pre-opening strategies for The Hyatt Regency properties in Kolkata and Delhi.

 

Since 2005, IB has led the opening and success of The Leela Group’s award-winning properties, including:

    •    The Leela Palace New Delhi, ranked among the Top 3 Hotels in Asia by Travel + Leisure.

    •    The Leela Palace Udaipur, named No. 1 Hotel in the World by Travel + Leisure USA.

    •    The Leela Gurgaon, The Leela Palace Chennai, and The Leela Bhartiya City Bengaluru.

    •    The Mahatma Mandir Convention Centre and The Leela Gandhinagar, Asia’s largest convention complex.

 

A proud alumnus of Cornell University, New York, IB’s contributions have earned him numerous accolades, including:

    •    “The Most Influential Sales & Marketing Leader of the Decade (2007–2017) in Asia” by CMO Asia, Singapore.

    •    “The Iconic Hotelier 2017” by Times Network.

    •    Recognition among “India’s Top 10 Marketing Professionals 2018” at the 16th World Hospitality Convention.

 

With a legacy of launching, transforming, and elevating luxury brands, Indrajeet Banerjee continues to inspire as a trailblazer and thought leader in the global hospitality space.