UDS Hotels & Resorts, Kovalam, Thiruvananthapuram, has announced the appointment of Mr. Ajith Kumar, a highly accomplished hospitality professional with over 35 years of experience in managing top-tier branded hotels, to the role of Vice President – Operations & Projects. This strategic appointment marks a significant step in strengthening the group’s leadership team as it prepares for its next phase of growth and expansion.
Mr. Ajith, a seasoned hotelier with a distinguished career, he has successfully managed full-service, upscale properties across India, bringing with him a wealth of operational expertise, brand stewardship, and project execution. His extensive experience includes serving as General Manager at Fortune Park Hotels Ltd., part of the prestigious ITC Hotels Group, where he was widely respected for his ability to build high-performing teams, uphold brand standards, and drive business growth in competitive markets.
Throughout his career, he has demonstrated exceptional leadership in quality assurance, guest engagement, revenue optimization, and talent development – core pillars that define successful hotel operations. His operational acumen, coupled with his commitment to service excellence, positions him as a valuable addition to the leadership team at UDS Hotels & Resorts.
In his new role, he will oversee all operational functions, spearhead upcoming projects, enhance service delivery systems, and work closely with teams across departments to reinforce UDS Hotels & Resorts’ brand promise. His mandate includes elevating guest satisfaction, strengthening operational efficiencies, and supporting the group’s vision to remain one of Kerala’s most admired hospitality brands.
UDS Hotels & Resorts, a well-known name in Kerala’s tourism landscape, is poised for renewed momentum with this key appointment. The management expressed confidence that his strategic insight, decades of experience, and dynamic leadership will help the brand scale new heights in the increasingly competitive hospitality sector.
His joining marks a pivotal milestone for UDS Hotels & Resorts as the group continues to blend traditional Kerala hospitality with world-class service standards – ensuring memorable experiences for guests from around the world.
