New Delhi, Feb 11: Holiday Inn Express is pleased to announce the appointment of Gaurav Pandey as Portfolio Director, Learning & Quality and Tahir Siddiqui as Portfolio F&B Manager, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to smart, reliable, and guest-centered hospitality across its expanding Indian portfolio.
Gaurav Pandey brings over 23 years of experience across hospitality operations, learning and development, academic leadership, and pre-opening strategy, having worked with organisations such as the Indian School of Hospitality, Conrad Bengaluru, Jaypee Greens, and Sarovar Hotels. In his new role, he will lead learning initiatives, quality standards, and brand alignment, focusing on empowering teams to deliver consistent, welcoming service across the portfolio.
Commenting on his appointment, Gaurav Pandey said,
“I am delighted to join the Holiday Inn Express portfolio. My focus will be to enhance learning frameworks and quality standards, contributing to the brand’s long-term vision while supporting our teams in delivering operational excellence.”
Tahir Siddiqui, with over 13 years of specialised experience in food and beverage operations across Crowne Plaza, Hyatt, and Rainbow Hospital, joins to strengthen the F&B offering across the portfolio. His focus will be on operational consistency, cost efficiency, and elevating the overall dining experience for guests.
Tahir Siddiqui shared, “Joining Holiday Inn Express is an exciting step. My goal is to enhance service quality, operational delivery, and create seamless dining experiences that reflect the brand’s guest-first approach.”
These strategic appointments underscore Holiday Inn Express’ commitment to nurturing talent, building strong operational capabilities, and delivering smart, simple, and comfortable stays for modern travelers, in line with IHG’s Room to Belong ethos.
