Crowne Plaza Greater Noida Strengthens Leadership Team with Two Powerhouse Appointments

Greater Noida, November — Crowne Plaza Greater Noida, one of Delhi NCR’s leading business and leisure destinations, has proudly welcomed two dynamic leaders to its core team: Executive Chef Arun Vats and Director of Finance & Business Support Nileshwary Sharma. Their arrival marks an exciting new chapter for the hotel, known for its world-class hospitality, refined experiences, and consistent innovation.

A Master of Flavours: Chef Arun Vats Joins as Executive Chef

With an impressive 22-year global culinary journey, Chef Arun Vats brings a wealth of creativity and unmatched expertise to Crowne Plaza Greater Noida. A graduate of the prestigious Institute of Hotel Management, Gurdaspur, Chef Arun began his culinary story at ITC Sonar Bangla, Kolkata and went on to work with iconic hospitality brands such as The Oberoi Hotels, Taj Group of Hotels, and Hard Rock International.

His vast international exposure includes working aboard renowned cruise liners like Carnival Cruise Lines (Miami) and Holland America Cruise Lines, along with celebrated roles in Oman and Seychelles. Most recently, he served as Director of Culinary for Accor Group at two popular Goan resorts — Novotel Dona Sylvia Resort and Mercure Devaaya Resort.

From Indian to French, Italian, Thai, Brazilian, and Arabic cuisines, Chef Arun’s expertise promises to bring vibrant flavours, modern techniques, and a globally inspired dining experience to the hotel’s restaurants.

Driving Growth & Excellence: Nileshwary Sharma Appointed Director of Finance

Joining the leadership team alongside Chef Arun is Nileshwary Sharma, an accomplished Chartered Accountant with over 13 years of financial leadership experience across hospitality and corporate environments. A graduate of Mohan Lal Sukhadia University, she has contributed to reputed organizations including R.K. Jha & Associates, Sarupria Somani & Associates, Flicker Projects, and Alka Group of Hotels, managing renowned properties such as Hotel Lakend and Jaisamand Island Resort.

Before stepping into her new role at Crowne Plaza Greater Noida, Nileshwary led finance operations at Ananta Hotels & Resorts, where she played a key role in strategic planning, budgeting, and operational optimisation.

A Vision of Elevated Excellence

Welcoming the new leaders, Sharad K Upadhyay, General Manager, expressed his enthusiasm:
“We are thrilled to welcome Chef Arun and Nileshwary to the Crowne Plaza Greater Noida family. Their remarkable expertise, global exposure, and leadership qualities will further elevate our guest experiences and operational standards. We are confident that under their guidance, our culinary and financial operations will reach new heights of excellence.”

Setting New Benchmarks in Hospitality

With these strategic appointments, Crowne Plaza Greater Noida reinforces its position as a top hospitality destination for both business and leisure travellers. As the hotel continues to innovate and enhance its services, the leadership of Chef Arun and Nileshwary is expected to bring fresh perspectives, elevated guest experiences, and exceptional operational standards.