Ashwini Kumar becomes new Hyatt GM

Ashwini Kumar started his career in the GCC hospitality industry in 1981 working with the Oberoi Hotel in Dammam. In 1989 he moved to Dubai and joined Hyatt Regency, it was here that he developed his passion and approach for hotels with the values of Hyatt for the past 25 years. From then on he became the EAM of the rooms division, followed by a resident manager and then hotel manager at Grand Hyatt Dubai.
After his time at Grand Hyatt Dubai, he led a team of roughly 200 associates to the opening of Hyatt Capital Gate Abu Dhabi property where he had his first position as general manager. Having managed more than 1,400 associates from across 56 nationalities in the past, Kumar continues to lead by example and high expectations.
An accomplished businessman who is characterized as an operational innovator, problem solver and a revenue strategist, his mentoring approach ensures that everyone feels responsible and is motivated to progress in their career. Known for turning loss-making ventures into profitable organizations and turning the morale of the staff to becoming Hyatt champions in their respective hotels, Hyatt Hotels Corporation says it has always relied on his experience to bring effective and positive change to their properties.
With more than 32 years in the industry Kumar remains committed and passionate to bringing the best service and product to the customer.