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Leela Palaces’ CEO on the Overlooked Detail That Can Make (or Break) a Hotel Stay
On this episode of Suite Success, host Katie Cline sits down with Anuraag Bhatnagar, CEO of The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts, and explores his hospitality “calling,” hiring for values, and delivering luxury through deep human connection and anticipatory service rather than transactional SOPs.
Bhatnagar shares lessons from Oberoi (commitment to excellence and detail), Starwood (distinct brand DNA), and Marriott (operational rigor), then explains Leela’s post-acquisition “Leela 2.0” strategy: preserve authentic true Indian luxury while adding global best practices, technology, and…
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