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Mr Keshub Mahindra, Chairman Emeritus, Mahindra Group Passes Away at 99

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Wednesday, April 12, 2023

MUMBAI, India, April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mr Keshub Mahindra, Chairman Emeritus, Mahindra Group passed away peacefully today morning.

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  • MUMBAI, India, April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mr Keshub Mahindra, Chairman Emeritus, Mahindra Group passed away peacefully today morning.
  • Born on October 9, 1923, in Shimla, Mr Keshub Mahindra was an alumnus of the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, USA.
  • Speaking about Mr Keshub Mahindra, Anand Mahindra, Chairman, Mahindra Group, said, "Mr Keshub Mahindra was and will always remain a source of inspiration for me and the entire Mahindra Group.
  • Mr Keshub Mahindra was known for his astute business acumen that helped in transforming Mahindra into a diversified federation of companies.

Mr Keshub Mahindra, Chairman Emeritus, Mahindra Group Passes Away at 99

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, April 12, 2023

MUMBAI, India, April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mr Keshub Mahindra, Chairman Emeritus, Mahindra Group passed away peacefully today morning.

Key Points: 
  • MUMBAI, India, April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mr Keshub Mahindra, Chairman Emeritus, Mahindra Group passed away peacefully today morning.
  • Born on October 9, 1923, in Shimla, Mr Keshub Mahindra was an alumnus of the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, USA.
  • Speaking about Mr Keshub Mahindra, Anand Mahindra, Chairman, Mahindra Group, said, "Mr Keshub Mahindra was and will always remain a source of inspiration for me and the entire Mahindra Group.
  • Mr Keshub Mahindra was known for his astute business acumen that helped in transforming Mahindra into a diversified federation of companies.

TAJ IS WORLD'S STRONGEST HOTEL BRAND FOR SECOND CONSECUTIVE YEAR

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Tuesday, June 14, 2022

MUMBAI, India, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India's largest hospitality company, announced that its iconic brand, Taj, has been rated the World's Strongest Hotel Brand 2022 by Brand Finance. The 'Hotels 50 2022' annual report by the world's leading brand valuation consultancy recognizes the most valuable and strongest hotel brands across the globe.

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  • MUMBAI, India, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) , India's largest hospitality company, announced that its iconic brand, Taj ,has been rated the World's Strongest Hotel Brand 2022 by Brand Finance.
  • The 'Hotels 50 2022' annual report by the world's leading brand valuation consultancy recognizes the most valuable and strongest hotel brands across the globe.
  • Mr. Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, Indian Hotels Company, said, "We are very proud that Taj has been recognized as the World's Strongest Hotel Brand for the second time in a row.
  • These include Taj the iconic brand for the most discerning travellers and ranked as the World's Strongest Hotel Brand and India's Strongest Brand as per Brand Finance Hotels 50 Report 2022 and India 100 Report 2022, respectively; SeleQtions , a named collection of hotels; Vivanta , sophisticated upscale hotels; and Ginger , which is revolutionisingthe lean luxe segment.

TAJ IS WORLD'S STRONGEST HOTEL BRAND FOR SECOND CONSECUTIVE YEAR

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, June 14, 2022

MUMBAI, India, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India's largest hospitality company, announced that its iconic brand, Taj, has been rated the World's Strongest Hotel Brand 2022 by Brand Finance. The 'Hotels 50 2022' annual report by the world's leading brand valuation consultancy recognizes the most valuable and strongest hotel brands across the globe.

Key Points: 
  • MUMBAI, India, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) , India's largest hospitality company, announced that its iconic brand, Taj ,has been rated the World's Strongest Hotel Brand 2022 by Brand Finance.
  • The 'Hotels 50 2022' annual report by the world's leading brand valuation consultancy recognizes the most valuable and strongest hotel brands across the globe.
  • Mr. Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, Indian Hotels Company, said, "We are very proud that Taj has been recognized as the World's Strongest Hotel Brand for the second time in a row.
  • These include Taj the iconic brand for the most discerning travellers and ranked as the World's Strongest Hotel Brand and India's Strongest Brand as per Brand Finance Hotels 50 Report 2022 and India 100 Report 2022, respectively; SeleQtions , a named collection of hotels; Vivanta , sophisticated upscale hotels; and Ginger , which is revolutionisingthe lean luxe segment.

WTTC launches major hotel sustainability initiative at its Global Summit in Manila

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Friday, April 22, 2022

LONDON, April 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has launched its 'Hotel Sustainability Basics,' a globally recognized and coordinated set of criteria that all hotels should implement as a minimum to drive responsible Travel & Tourism.

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  • The initiative was launched today at its prestigious Global Summit being held in Manila this week and will help every hotel address and improve their environmental impact.
  • WTTC's 'Hotel Sustainability Basics' provides the global hospitality sector with a baseline of positive actions to be taken to ensure they meet at least the minimum sustainability requirements.
  • This provides a clear starting point for all stakeholders and will ensure the minimum level of sustainability is achieved across the global hotel industry.
  • To read more about the Hotel Sustainability Basics initiative, please click here

Indian-origin Businessman Appointed to World Tourism Forum’s Advisory Board

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Sunday, October 3, 2021

The World Tourism Forum Lucerne (WTFL) has appointed Adeeb Ahamed, Managing Director of Abu Dhabi-based Twenty14 Holdings, to its Global Advisory Board.

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  • The World Tourism Forum Lucerne (WTFL) has appointed Adeeb Ahamed, Managing Director of Abu Dhabi-based Twenty14 Holdings, to its Global Advisory Board.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20211003005049/en/
    Mr. Adeeb Ahamed, MD, Twenty14 Holdings, has been appointed to the Advisory Board of the prestigious World Tourism Forum Lucerne (Photo: AETOSWire)
    For over ten years, The WTFL has been bringing together industry experts, CEOs, investors and start-ups, establishing itself as a prestigious global platform for exchange.
  • By fostering cross-generational collaboration, new ideas and solutions emerge to benefit tourism today and in the future.
  • The Advisory Board is an international body of renowned experts responsible for assuring the quality of the WTFL.

Governments of India and the United Kingdom Join Forces with UN Special Envoy on Climate Ambition and Solutions Michael Bloomberg to Mobilize Private Capital in Support of India's Low-Carbon Transition

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Thursday, September 2, 2021

Michael R. Bloomberg, UN Special Envoy on Climate Ambition and Solutions, Chair, Climate Finance Leadership Initiative

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  • Michael R. Bloomberg, UN Special Envoy on Climate Ambition and Solutions, Chair, Climate Finance Leadership Initiative
    This public-private sector partnership advances a key objective of COP26: mobilizing climate finance to support countries around the world to meet their enhanced Paris commitments.
  • Trillions of dollars are needed, and private finance has a critical role to play in accelerating the transition to a low-carbon economy.
  • "We welcome the partnership involving Governments of the UK and India, Climate Finance Leadership Initiative, Global Infrastructure Facility and private sector through CFLI India Platform.
  • Jason Lu, Head, Global Infrastructure Facility
    The Climate Finance Leadership Initiative (CFLI) convenes leading companies to mobilize and scale private capital for climate solutions.

Taj Named Strongest Hotel Brand In The World

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Friday, June 25, 2021

MUMBAI, India, June 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) , South Asia's largest hospitality company, announced that its iconic brand, Taj , has been rated the Strongest Hotel Brand in the World by Brand Finance, the world's leading brand valuation consultancy in its annual 'Hotels 50 2021' report.

Key Points: 
  • MUMBAI, India, June 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) , South Asia's largest hospitality company, announced that its iconic brand, Taj , has been rated the Strongest Hotel Brand in the World by Brand Finance, the world's leading brand valuation consultancy in its annual 'Hotels 50 2021' report.
  • Taj being rated as the World's Strongest Hotel Brand is a testament to the unwavering trust our guests have consistently placed in us and the warmth and sincere care our employees have embodied day-after-day.
  • David Haigh, CEO, Brand Finance,said, "We are excited to announce Taj as the Strongest Hotel Brand in the World.
  • These include Taj the iconic brand for the most discerning travelers, SeleQtions , a named collection of hotels, Vivanta , sophisticated upscale hotels and Ginger , which is revolutionizing the lean luxe segment.

Taj Named Strongest Hotel Brand In The World

Retrieved on: 
Friday, June 25, 2021

MUMBAI, India, June 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) , South Asia's largest hospitality company, announced that its iconic brand, Taj , has been rated the Strongest Hotel Brand in the World by Brand Finance, the world's leading brand valuation consultancy in its annual 'Hotels 50 2021' report.

Key Points: 
  • MUMBAI, India, June 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) , South Asia's largest hospitality company, announced that its iconic brand, Taj , has been rated the Strongest Hotel Brand in the World by Brand Finance, the world's leading brand valuation consultancy in its annual 'Hotels 50 2021' report.
  • Taj being rated as the World's Strongest Hotel Brand is a testament to the unwavering trust our guests have consistently placed in us and the warmth and sincere care our employees have embodied day-after-day.
  • David Haigh, CEO, Brand Finance,said, "We are excited to announce Taj as the Strongest Hotel Brand in the World.
  • These include Taj the iconic brand for the most discerning travelers, SeleQtions , a named collection of hotels, Vivanta , sophisticated upscale hotels and Ginger , which is revolutionizing the lean luxe segment.

GF Hotels & Resorts’ Momentum Gains Speed with Promotion of Jeff Kolessar

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Wednesday, July 22, 2020

PHILADELPHIA, July 22, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GF Hotels & Resorts, a leading hotel ownership and management company with more than 80 upscale and midscale U.S. hotels and resorts in its portfolio, recently announced the internal promotion of Jeff Kolessar, from Senior Vice President of Development and Acquisitions to Chief Development Officer.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, July 22, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GF Hotels & Resorts, a leading hotel ownership and management company with more than 80 upscale and midscale U.S. hotels and resorts in its portfolio, recently announced the internal promotion of Jeff Kolessar, from Senior Vice President of Development and Acquisitions to Chief Development Officer.
  • Jeff has over 30 years of experience at GF Hotels & Resorts, serving in various roles with crucial responsibilities including hotel acquisitions and dispositions, receiverships, asset management, and new development for hospitality properties throughout the country.
  • Jeff is an established industry leader that we are fortunate to have with our GF Hotels & Resorts family.
  • Not only have we worked with Jeff for three decades, but we have also grown with him, much to his credit, stated Ken Kochenour, CEO and Founder of GF Hotels & Resorts.