Sarovar Hotels & Resorts has appointed Rakesh B. Bishnoi as Assistant Sales Manager – National Sales Office (NSO), Bengaluru. In his new role, he will support sales activities with a focus on corporate accounts, business development, travel trade, MICE and client relationships.
Bishnoi brings experience across hotel sales, corporate sales, business development, travel trade, MICE and key account management. He joins Sarovar Hotels & Resorts from Clarks Exotica Convention Resort & Spa in Bengaluru, where he served as Assistant Sales Manager.
This leadership addition reflects Sarovar’s continued growth, aligning with hotel appointments.
To Support National Sales Activities
As Assistant Sales Manager – NSO, Bengaluru, Bishnoi will contribute to Sarovar Hotels & Resorts’ national sales activities, with responsibilities spanning corporate accounts, business development and client engagement.
His role will also involve supporting travel trade and MICE business, while maintaining relationships with existing and prospective clients. Through the National Sales Office, he will work on sales coordination and business development activities aligned with the company’s commercial requirements.
Experience at Clarks Exotica
Before joining Sarovar Hotels & Resorts, Bishnoi served as Assistant Sales Manager at Clarks Exotica Convention Resort & Spa in Bengaluru.
In the role, he was involved in hotel sales and business development, gaining experience in managing client relationships and supporting commercial activities within the hospitality sector.
Career Across Marriott International and Accor
Earlier in his career, Bishnoi worked with Marriott International as Sales Executive, where he was involved in banquet sales. The role provided exposure to sales operations within the hotel environment, with a focus on banquet business and client engagement.
He subsequently served as Sales Coordinator with Accor in Bengaluru. His responsibilities included customer relationships, sales coordination and business development activities, adding to his experience across different areas of hotel commercial operations.
Experience Beyond Hospitality
Bishnoi’s professional experience also includes a stint as Sales Executive at Raj Paper Traders. In the role, he handled buyer negotiations, contracting, product demonstrations and marketing activities.
His career has also included an association with Angsana Hotels & Resorts under Accor, as listed in his professional profile.
This combination of hospitality and sales experience has given Bishnoi exposure to corporate sales, customer relationships, business development and commercial coordination.
Supporting Corporate and MICE Business
At Sarovar Hotels & Resorts, Bishnoi will work across key sales segments including corporate accounts, travel trade and MICE. His responsibilities will include supporting client relationships, identifying business opportunities and coordinating sales activities through the National Sales Office.
The role also places emphasis on maintaining engagement with business partners and clients while supporting the wider sales function in Bengaluru.
Strengthening Sales Coordination
Bishnoi’s appointment adds sales experience to the Sarovar Hotels & Resorts team in Bengaluru, with his background spanning hotel sales, banquet sales, customer relationship management and business development.
In his new position, he will support the National Sales Office in managing commercial relationships and developing opportunities across corporate, travel trade and MICE segments.
