Grand Mercure Bengaluru at Gopalan Mall Appoints Veerababu Kamisetti as Director of Finance

Bengaluru, October 10^th, 2025 –

Grand Mercure Bengaluru at Gopalan Mall is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Veerababu Kamisetti as the new Director of Finance. In this role, he will oversee the hotel’s financial operations, budgeting, and strategic planning, contributing to both operational efficiency and business growth.

Mr. Kamisetti brings over a decade of experience in hospitality finance. Most recently, he served as Multi-Property Financial Controller for Sheraton Hyderabad & Fairfield Hyderabad, where he managed the financial performance of two major properties in the city’s financial district. He has also held senior positions at Courtyard & Fairfield by Marriott Bengaluru Outer Ring Road, Sheraton Hyderabad, Kandima Maldives, Holiday Inn & Suites Bengaluru, Grand Mercure Bangalore, Taj West End, and Taj Krishna Hyderabad.

With an MBA in Finance and Marketing, he is widely respected for his expertise in P&L management, forecasting, and strategic financial planning. Known for his collaborative leadership style and results-driven approach, he has consistently driven financial resilience and profitability across diverse hospitality brands.

 “In today’s hospitality landscape, financial strategy has to go beyond cost control; it’s about building agile frameworks that balance profitability with long-term investments in service and innovation. My focus will be on strengthening financial governance, driving sharper forecasting models, and aligning our business plans with market realities to deliver sustainable growth for Grand Mercure Bengaluru at Gopalan Mall.”

 Veerababu Kamisetti

“Veerababu brings a wealth of financial expertise and a proven track record of driving profitability in highly competitive markets. His ability to translate numbers into actionable strategies will be invaluable as we sharpen our financial performance and future-proof the hotel’s growth.”

Ram Shetty, General Manager of Grand Mercure Bengaluru at Gopalan Mall,

With his proven track record and strong leadership, Mr. Kamisetti is well-positioned to further strengthen Grand Mercure Bengaluru at Gopalan Mall’s financial operations and strategic initiatives, supporting the hotel’s vision of excellence and sustainable growth.