Novotel Pune Nagar Road has announced the appointment of Pooja Shukla as its new Director of Sales
With over a decade of experience in hospitality sales and business development, Pooja brings extensive expertise in strategic sales, revenue generation, corporate and MICE business, client relationship management, and event-led business development.
Pooja joins Novotel Pune Nagar Road from Radisson Blu Pune Kharadi, where she most recently served as Director of Sales. During her tenure, she drove sales across key business segments while strengthening relationships with corporate and premium clientele.
Over the course of her career, Pooja Shukla has held senior sales positions with leading hospitality brands including Four Points by Sheraton Pune, Hyatt Place Jaipur, The Lalit Jaipur, Radisson Blu Pune Hinjewadi, and Holiday Inn Jaipur City Centre. Her experience spans corporate and MICE sales, business development, revenue optimisation, contract negotiations, key account management, market analysis, and strategic planning.
In her new role, Pooja will be responsible for leading the hotel’s sales and business development initiatives, driving revenue across key business segments, strengthening corporate and MICE relationships, and identifying new opportunities for growth. She will also work closely with the hotel’s leadership and operational teams to develop commercial strategies and enhance the property’s market presence.
Commenting on the appointment, Anant Leekha, General Manager, Novotel Pune Nagar Road, said, “We are pleased to welcome Pooja to the Novotel Pune Nagar Road team. Her extensive experience in hospitality sales, strong understanding of the market, and proven track record in driving business growth make her a valuable addition to our leadership team. We look forward to her contribution towards strengthening our commercial performance and building meaningful relationships with our partners and guests.”
Read more: Appointments
