Novotel Pune Nagar Road has appointed Abhishek Donde as Security Manager, with responsibility for the hotel’s security operations, safety protocols and emergency preparedness.
Donde brings experience in hospitality security, safety and loss prevention, along with a background in emergency response, risk management and security operations. In his new role, he will oversee security preparedness across the property while working with hotel teams and local authorities on statutory compliance, emergency procedures and crisis management.
The appointment reflects Accor’s continued focus on talent, aligning with hospitality leadership updates.Leading Security Operations at Novotel Pune Nagar Road
As Security Manager, Donde will oversee security protocols and preparedness across Novotel Pune Nagar Road. His responsibilities will include conducting safety and security assessments, monitoring emergency preparedness and coordinating evacuation drills and crisis management initiatives.
He will also manage security audits, incident reporting, documentation and statutory safety compliance, ensuring that established procedures are implemented across the property.
His role will involve coordination with different hotel departments as well as local authorities on areas including fire safety, emergency response and security preparedness.
Focus on Emergency Preparedness and Risk Management
Donde’s responsibilities will extend to maintaining the hotel’s readiness for emergencies and potential security incidents.
He will support risk management processes, review security measures and coordinate emergency drills to help hotel teams understand their roles during critical situations. Crowd management and crisis response will also form part of the security function under his leadership.
His experience in hospitality safety and security will be relevant to managing the operational requirements of a hotel environment, where guest and associate safety remain central to daily operations.
Training and Security Awareness
A key part of Donde’s mandate will be training and awareness among hotel associates.
He will lead initiatives covering crisis management, emergency procedures, crowd management and other safety protocols. The training will support employees in understanding established response procedures and maintaining preparedness across departments.
The role will also require continued communication with operational teams to reinforce security standards and ensure that procedures remain understood and consistently followed.
Recognition Across Hospitality Roles
Donde’s professional career includes recognition for his contributions to hospitality security and operations.
In 2024, he was named Manager of the Year at Radisson Blu Hotel & SPA Nashik. He was also recognised as Employee of the Month at Holiday Inn Mumbai International Airport and nominated for Associate of the Month at JW Marriott Pune.
These recognitions reflect his contributions across previous hospitality assignments and his involvement in maintaining operational and safety standards.
Experience in Hospitality Security
Donde brings expertise across security operations, emergency preparedness, risk management and hospitality safety to his new position.
His background includes working within established hotel environments where security teams are required to coordinate with multiple departments and respond to a range of operational and emergency requirements.
At Novotel Pune Nagar Road, this experience will support the hotel’s ongoing focus on security assessments, incident management, emergency preparedness and statutory compliance.
Anant Leekha on the Appointment
Anant Leekha, General Manager, Novotel Pune Nagar Road, said,
“Safety and security are fundamental to creating a comfortable and welcoming hospitality experience. We are pleased to welcome Abhishek to our team, and his extensive experience across leading hospitality brands will add significant value to our operations.
His expertise in security management, emergency preparedness and team training will further strengthen our commitment to maintaining a safe environment for our guests and associates. We look forward to his contribution as he takes on this important responsibility.”
Strengthening Hotel Safety Standards
Donde’s appointment adds dedicated security leadership to Novotel Pune Nagar Road, with a mandate covering operational security, emergency preparedness, compliance and associate training.
His responsibilities will bring together security assessments, incident management, crisis preparedness and awareness programmes, supporting the hotel’s efforts to maintain established safety standards for guests and associates.
