Hyderabad, Feb 23: Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre & Hyderabad International Convention Centre (HICC) are delighted to announce the appointment of Ms. Anuradha Solanki as People & Culture Manager. In this pivotal role, she will champion a people-first culture, further elevating the colleague experience across the dynamic hotel and convention complex.
A passionate and results-driven HR professional with five years of experience, Anuradha brings strong expertise in Talent & Culture management, with a proven track record in employee engagement, talent acquisition, HR policy implementation, and leadership development within the hospitality sector.
Sharing her excitement about the new role, Anuradha said, “I am truly thrilled to be returning to Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre & HICC. Having previously been part of the team here from August 2023 to December 2024, it feels like coming back to a place I deeply understand and value. The scale, energy, and collaborative culture of this hotel and convention complex are truly unique, and I am excited to reconnect with colleagues and contribute to strengthening an environment where everyone feels supported, inspired, and able to thrive, while contributing meaningfully to the hotel’s vision and growth.”
Prior to this appointment, Anuradha served as People & Culture Manager at ibis Bengaluru Hosur Road, where she led end-to-end HR operations, strengthened engagement frameworks, and supported business objectives through strategic HR interventions. Her journey with Accor and other leading hospitality brands has helped her develop a nuanced understanding of hotel operations, colleague well-being, and culture-building in high-performance environments.
In her new role at Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre & HICC, Anuradha will focus on nurturing talent through robust learning and development initiatives, while driving thoughtful recruitment and onboarding experiences.
Commenting on her appointment, Rubin Cherian, General Manager, Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre and HICC, said, “We are delighted to welcome Anuradha to our leadership team. Her people-first approach and strong HR expertise will further strengthen our culture and colleague experience.”
An MBA in Human Resources Management and a gold medallist in Business Management, Anuradha combines strong academic rigor with hands-on operational experience, bringing both strategic insight and on-ground agility to the People & Culture function. Her appointment reflects the hotel’s continued commitment to investing in strong, values-driven leadership that places people at the heart of hospitality.
