David Udell
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Hotels & Resorts
Hyatt investigates acquisition partnerships for new brands in India.
With 55 locations and 10,500 keys in India, Hyatt Hotels is aggressively searching for ways to launch its The Standard and UrCove brands. It is also thinking about making purchases in collaboration with developers and financial institutions. David Udell, Group President, Asia Pacific, Hyatt, stated on the fringes of the Hotel Investment Conference, South Asia (HICSA) 2026, “We presently have…
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Appointments
Vikas Chawla is named President of Hyatt for Southwest Asia and India.
With effect from April 1, 2026, Hyatt Hotels has named Vikas Chawla President of India and Southwest Asia. Hyatt’s emphasis on boosting growth and enhancing its brand recognition in the area is reflected in the recently established position. Chawla will oversee Hyatt’s entire strategy, expansion, and performance in Southwest Asia and India and report to David Udell. His appointment coincides…
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