Crowne Plaza Muscat OCEC Appoints Chandan Sharma as Director of Sales & Marketing

Crowne Plaza Muscat Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre Appoints Chandan Sharma as Director of Sales & Marketing

Muscat, Oman – 31 December 2025 — Strengthening its commercial leadership and future-ready vision, Crowne Plaza Muscat Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre (OCEC) has announced the appointment of Chandan Sharma as its new Director of Sales & Marketing. The move comes at a pivotal time as the hotel sharpens its market positioning and accelerates growth across key domestic and international segments.

Bringing over 16 years of experience in luxury and upper-upscale hospitality, Chandan joins with a reputation for driving revenue performance, building agile commercial teams, and delivering standout brand visibility in highly competitive markets. His career spans leadership roles with globally respected hospitality brands such as Shangri-La Hotels, Radisson Hotel Group, Marriott International (Sheraton), and The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts.

Chandan’s expertise covers hotel sales strategy, MICE, catering and banquets, regional sales leadership, and integrated marketing operations. Over the years, he has consistently delivered year-on-year revenue growth, exceeded budgeted targets across rooms and events, and successfully led high-profile assignments involving government delegations and large-scale international events. His accomplishments include receiving the South Asia Travel Award (SATA) and spearheading a landmark initiative recognized by the Guinness World Records.

In his new role, Chandan will oversee the hotel’s overall sales and marketing strategy, focusing on strengthening strategic partnerships, expanding MICE and corporate business, and positioning Crowne Plaza Muscat OCEC as a preferred destination for business, events, and experiential stays in the region.

An MBA in Marketing, Chandan is widely respected for his collaborative leadership style, sharp market insight, and results-driven mindset. His appointment signals a strong step forward in Crowne Plaza Muscat OCEC’s journey toward sustained commercial excellence and long-term growth.

With visionary leadership and a renewed commercial focus, Crowne Plaza Muscat OCEC continues to reinforce its standing as one of Oman’s most dynamic business and events destinations.