Fairmont Strengthens Sales Leadership with New Appointment
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has appointed Ankur Mazumdar as Associate Director of Sales, bringing over a decade of expertise in hotel sales and MICE operations to its global portfolio of distinguished properties. Fairmont is known for combining timeless architecture with thoughtful hospitality, offering travelers memorable stays across its worldwide destinations.
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Professional Journey and Industry Experience
Ankur has built a strong career in the hospitality sector, managing corporate and MICE sales for leading international brands. Before joining Fairmont, he worked with Marriott International as Associate Director of Sales, where he managed the Associations MICE segment. Earlier, he held the same designation with Accor in Hyderabad, where he led strategic sales initiatives and drove strong client engagement.
His previous experience includes key roles such as Senior Events Manager at Novotel & HICC, Event Sales Manager at Hyatt, Catering Sales Executive at Novotel Kolkata, and Events Sales Coordinator at Park Hyatt Chennai. In these roles, he developed a strong understanding of event planning, client management, and high-value business conversion. His expertise covers business relationship management, corporate sales, and team leadership, with a consistent focus on delivering measurable results.
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Education and Achievements
Ankur holds a Bachelor of Hotel Management in Hotel, Motel, and Restaurant Management from Osmania University, along with a Bachelor of Hotel Management & Culinary Arts. He completed his schooling at Kendriya Vidyalaya, where he actively participated in debates, essay writing, and adventure sports.
He was awarded Employee of the Month at Novotel Kolkata Hotel & Residences, AccorHotels, recognizing his outstanding contribution to revenue growth and operational excellence.
Vision and Role at Fairmont Hotels & Resorts
With this appointment, Ankur Mazumdar will strengthen Fairmont’s sales strategy, particularly in the MICE and corporate segments. His focus will be on driving high-value partnerships, enhancing business conversions, and delivering effective sales outcomes. His extensive background in hospitality management aligns with Fairmont’s goal of providing meaningful guest experiences supported by consistent service excellence.
