Shankar Kotha
Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at CLLIX Apartments and Hotels- Claim this Profile
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Ben Charlton
Shankar and I worked closely during his time at Oaks and Minor on various contract negotiations and in driving group revenue. Shankar was the consummate professional and without doubt, one of the best operators in the business. His knowledge of distribution, revenue, finance, and customer experience ensured that he was able to clearly articulate his requirement which led to open and honest conversations. I have continued to work with Shankar because of his loyalty and positive way of seeing the world. I hope one day to have the opportunity to collaborate with him again and would not hesitate to recommend him.
Lachlan Hoswell
During his time with Minor Hotels Australia/New Zealand, Shankar’s work significantly contributed to the growth of the company. He was instrumental in setting up revenue management infrastructure within the company as well as establishing revenue management culture. In particular, he orchestrated the successful move of call centre operations offshore.
Ben Charlton
Shankar and I worked closely during his time at Oaks and Minor on various contract negotiations and in driving group revenue. Shankar was the consummate professional and without doubt, one of the best operators in the business. His knowledge of distribution, revenue, finance, and customer experience ensured that he was able to clearly articulate his requirement which led to open and honest conversations. I have continued to work with Shankar because of his loyalty and positive way of seeing the world. I hope one day to have the opportunity to collaborate with him again and would not hesitate to recommend him.
Lachlan Hoswell
During his time with Minor Hotels Australia/New Zealand, Shankar’s work significantly contributed to the growth of the company. He was instrumental in setting up revenue management infrastructure within the company as well as establishing revenue management culture. In particular, he orchestrated the successful move of call centre operations offshore.
Ben Charlton
Shankar and I worked closely during his time at Oaks and Minor on various contract negotiations and in driving group revenue. Shankar was the consummate professional and without doubt, one of the best operators in the business. His knowledge of distribution, revenue, finance, and customer experience ensured that he was able to clearly articulate his requirement which led to open and honest conversations. I have continued to work with Shankar because of his loyalty and positive way of seeing the world. I hope one day to have the opportunity to collaborate with him again and would not hesitate to recommend him.
Lachlan Hoswell
During his time with Minor Hotels Australia/New Zealand, Shankar’s work significantly contributed to the growth of the company. He was instrumental in setting up revenue management infrastructure within the company as well as establishing revenue management culture. In particular, he orchestrated the successful move of call centre operations offshore.
Ben Charlton
Shankar and I worked closely during his time at Oaks and Minor on various contract negotiations and in driving group revenue. Shankar was the consummate professional and without doubt, one of the best operators in the business. His knowledge of distribution, revenue, finance, and customer experience ensured that he was able to clearly articulate his requirement which led to open and honest conversations. I have continued to work with Shankar because of his loyalty and positive way of seeing the world. I hope one day to have the opportunity to collaborate with him again and would not hesitate to recommend him.
Lachlan Hoswell
During his time with Minor Hotels Australia/New Zealand, Shankar’s work significantly contributed to the growth of the company. He was instrumental in setting up revenue management infrastructure within the company as well as establishing revenue management culture. In particular, he orchestrated the successful move of call centre operations offshore.
Credentials
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Certified Revenue Management Executive (CRME)
HSMAIJul, 2019- Nov, 2024
Experience
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CLLIX Apartments and Hotels
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Australia
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)
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Jul 2022 - Present
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Chief Commercial Officer
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Mar 2020 - Present
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Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)
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Oct 2019 - Feb 2020
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Minor Hotels
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Thailand
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Hospitality
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700 & Above Employee
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Group Director-Revenue Management & Online Distribution
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Apr 2019 - Sep 2019
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General Manager- Revenue Management & Online Distribution
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Aug 2013 - Apr 2019
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Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.
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Hospitality
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700 & Above Employee
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Guest Experience
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Jul 2012 - Jul 2013
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Universal Resorts
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Group Director- Revenue Management
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Jan 2010 - May 2012
Heading Revenue Management Strategy for the company. Key functions include:-- Yield Management - Pricing Management- Forecasting- Revenue Budgets- Handling Online Distribution channels- Competition Analysis- Monthly Reporting- Oversee Central Reservations Department- Sales & Marketing for Indian Market
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Reservations Manager
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Jan 2005 - Jan 2010
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Radisson Blu Minneapolis Downtown
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Assistant Manager- Front Office
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2002 - 2004
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Assistant Manager
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1999 - 2001
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Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group
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Belgium
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Hospitality
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500 - 600 Employee
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Management Trainee
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1999 - 2001
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Education
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1996 - 1999
IHM Bangalore
3 Year Diploma in Hotel Management, Hotel & Restaurant Management -
2002 - 2005
Indira Gandhi National Open University
BTS, Tourism Studies
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