Hyatt has announced the elevation of Surya Narayana to the role of Hotel Manager at Hyatt Place Vijayawada

Surya brings with him over 24 years of invaluable experience and having served in key roles across a range of prestigious properties. His journey includes impactful tenures at Oberoi Towers Mumbai, Sofitel Mumbai BKC, Sofitel Angker Siem Reap, Hilton Chennai, Las Iguanas London, Park Hyatt Hyderabad, Grand Hyatt Mumbai , and most recently, a successful Four-year stint at Hyatt Regency Ahmedabad. Through these diverse roles, Surya has demonstrated unwavering dedication, adaptability, and a strong grasp of the nuances involved in Culinary operations across both resort and luxury segments.

Surya is not just a culinary professional — he is also a guest champion, people leader, and culture builder. His ability to create exceptional guest experiences while inspiring teams sets him apart in the hospitality industry. Surya builds inclusive, high-performance environments and drives positive organizational change with empathy, precision, and a deep commitment to both people and service excellence.

Surya has a strong commitment to colleague engagement, training, and professional development, fostering a culture of growth across all F&B operations. He has demonstrated expertise in handling complex operational and people-related challenges with transparency, empathy, and fairness.

Surya has a consistent drive to align F&B strategy with business objectives, ensuring that guest experience and team talent remain central to every decision. He is recognized for a lead from the front leadership style, especially during peak operations or periods of change—making him a trusted go-to leader in critical moments.

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