Novotel & ibis Bengaluru Outer Ring Road Strengthen Leadership with Appointment of Bhavani Mani Shankar Dutta as Director of Operations

Bengaluru, 2ND January 2025: Novotel & ibis Bengaluru Outer Ring Road are pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Bhavani Mani Shankar Dutta as the Director of Operations. A seasoned hospitality professional with close to two decades of experience, Bhavani brings deep operational expertise, strong people leadership, and a thorough understanding of Accor’s brand ethos.

In his new role, Bhavani will oversee overall hotel operations across both Novotel and ibis Bengaluru Outer Ring Road, with a focus on driving operational efficiency, enhancing guest experience, strengthening financial performance, and fostering high levels of team engagement. His leadership is expected to further reinforce the hotels’ positioning as preferred destinations for both business and leisure travellers in Bengaluru.

Bhavani has been associated with Accor India for over 15 years and has held several key leadership roles across multiple properties. Most recently, he was part of Accor’s prestigious MEA–APAC Master’s Program (Fast-track General Manager Program), where he gained extensive cross-functional operational exposure at Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre. Prior to this, he served as Director – Talent & Culture at prominent Accor hotels, including Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre; Novotel & ibis Chennai OMR; Novotel & ibis Chennai SIPCOT; and Novotel & ibis Bengaluru Outer Ring Road.

Commenting on the appointment, Mr Sandeep Johri General Manager, Novotel & ibis Bengaluru Outer Ring Road, said, “We are delighted to welcome Bhavani in his new role. His strong operational grounding, people-centric leadership style, and deep understanding of Accor’s culture make him a valuable addition to our leadership team. We are confident he will play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence and elevating guest experiences across both hotels.”

Bhavani’s appointment underscores Accor’s continued commitment to internal talent development and leadership progression, reinforcing its focus on nurturing future-ready hospitality leaders.

When not at work, Bhavani is an avid  cricket enthusiast and  enjoys travelling.