Iftekhar Mehdi has been appointed General Manager of Fairfield by Marriott Mumbai International Airport.
Iftekhar Mehdi has been appointed as the new General Manager of Fairfield by Marriott Mumbai International Airport. With an illustrious career spanning over 27 years in the hospitality industry, Mr. Mehdi brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success to the role.
Mr. Mehdi has a diploma in hotel management and graduated from Mumbai University’s school of commerce. He has held a number of notable positions in the hospitality industry, demonstrating excellent operational and leadership abilities. His most recent position was General Manager of the Radisson Mumbai Goregaon, a 98-room, five-star establishment that he effectively oversaw, maintaining an amazing over-85% occupancy rate and a 45% Gross Operating Profit (GOP).
While working at the Radisson Goregaon, Mr. Mehdi played a key role in the opening of numerous profitable businesses, including “Meetha by Radisson,” the first premium Indian sweet shop inside a hotel, and several dining establishments, including the Pan Asian restaurant “GOMA” and the Indian progressive restaurant “Musaafer.” The hotel’s amenities and visitor experience were greatly improved by his creative approach and dedication to excellence.
Prior to joining the Radisson Goregaon, Mr. Mehdi oversaw a 71-room, 4-star hotel as general manager of Residency Sarovar Portico. Under his leadership, the hotel consistently achieved budgeted occupancy levels and maintained a high position among the top hotels in Mumbai on TripAdvisor.
Beginning his career in the hospitality sector at The Residence Hotel Apartments in Mumbai, Mr. Mehdi advanced from front desk associate to assistant front office manager. His broad experience, which encompasses positions in client relations, front office operations, and revenue management, demonstrates his profound comprehension of hotel administration and guest services.
Fairfield by Marriott’s ability to draw in top talent in order to propel growth and provide outstanding guest experiences is demonstrated by Mr. Mehdi’s appointment. As the hotel continues to establish itself as a top choice for both business and leisure travelers, his vision and leadership will be extremely valuable.
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