Crowne Plaza appoints Barun Jolly as GM

Plaza Today Gurgaon, his strategic insights contributed to the noteworthy success of the hotel.

Shaun Langdon, Regional General Manager India, IHG, said, "Barun brings with him over 12 years of valuable experience and expertise in managing world-class hotels. Having successfully directed hotel development, product enhancement, up-gradation and concept development, his appointment further supports the new strategic direction of IHG's growth and expansion plans."

Talking about his new role, Barun Jolly said, "Given the burgeoning hospitality industry in India, I am thrilled to be a part of the growth of the Crowne Plaza brand in India. I hope to replicate the success of Crowne Plaza Today Gurgaon to this upcoming property in New Delhi. We will strive to consistently deliver genuine and focused services in a refreshing and engaging environment. .Crowne Plaza Today New Delhi,Okhla will be offering some of the finest F & B concepts in the city in the most aesthetic environs .We're excited that the hotel will be launched in the year of the 2010 Commonwealth Games."

Earlier in his career, Barun has also been associated with prestigious hotel chains including the Grand Hyatt Delhi, The Imperial New Delhi and Hyatt Regency Delhi.

Barun holds an M.B.A in Marketing and a Bachelors of Arts degree from Delhi University.