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Crowne Plaza New Delhi Mayur Vihar Appoints Mohammad Muneer as Sales & Marketing Director

Crowne Plaza New Delhi Mayur Vihar Welcomes Mohammad Muneer as Director of Sales & Marketing and Area Champion – IHG Southwest Asia

New Delhi, July 2025 – The luxury hospitality landscape in Delhi NCR gets a fresh wave of leadership as Crowne Plaza New Delhi Mayur Vihar proudly announces the appointment of Mohammad Muneer as its new Director of Sales and Marketing. Adding to the excitement, Muneer has also been named Area Champion – Sales & Marketing, IHG Southwest Asia, a role that underscores his dynamic expertise in driving commercial excellence across multiple hotels in the region.

A Hospitality Journey Spanning 18 Years

With over 18 years of rich experience across global hotel brands, Muneer has honed his leadership skills at some of the most prestigious names in the industry — from Shangri-La, Taj, and Le Méridien to The Westin and Sheraton. His recent stint at Holiday Inn Bengaluru Racecourse highlighted his ability to fuel growth, reposition brands effectively, and navigate the fast-paced hospitality market with agility.

A Vision for Growth and Guest-Centric Experiences

Speaking about his new chapter, Muneer shared:

“IHG’s ‘Room to Grow’ philosophy has given me the space to evolve into a multidimensional leader. I am excited to take on this dual role at a time when Crowne Plaza Mayur Vihar — already well-positioned in the Delhi NCR market — is enhancing its facilities, reimagining guest experiences, and strengthening its appeal as a preferred address for the modern blended traveller. Our strategic priorities will be focused on driving commercial excellence, unlocking new market segments, and scaling both performance and purpose.”

His forward-thinking approach aligns seamlessly with IHG’s vision of delivering future-ready hospitality experiences that cater to both business and leisure travellers in India’s ever-evolving tourism landscape.

Endorsement from IHG Leadership

Pankaj Gupta, Area General Manager – IHG Southwest Asia, expressed his confidence in the appointment:

“Muneer’s appointment reflects our strong internal talent pipeline and our vision for future-ready commercial leadership. His structured approach, deep market knowledge, and ability to lead across diverse formats make him uniquely positioned to accelerate outcomes — both at Crowne Plaza Mayur Vihar and across the Southwest Asia portfolio.”

Beyond the Boardroom

An alumnus of Vinayaka Missions University, Muneer holds a master’s degree and is known for his thoughtful leadership style, shaped by his passion for reading. This balance of intellect and industry acumen is expected to bring fresh energy and vision to Crowne Plaza Mayur Vihar as it strengthens its position as a top choice in Delhi NCR’s competitive hospitality market.

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