Restaurant India News: Marriott’s Autograph Collection Hotel in India Adds Teena Nichani to Leadership Team

Noor Mahal Delhi NCR – Autograph Collection Hotel, part of Marriott International’s premium Autograph Collection portfolio, has appointed Teena Nichani as Director of Operations. The move comes as the property continues to position itself as a key luxury asset in the NCR hospitality market, particularly across weddings, MICE, and experiential stays.

Nichani brings over 26 years of experience across hotel operations, revenue management, sales, and marketing. She has previously held leadership roles with major hospitality brands such as Radisson Hotel Group, Sayaji Hotels, The Park Hotels, and Fern Hotels & Resorts (now aligned with the Series by Marriott platform). Across these roles, she has been involved in scaling business performance, building revenue strategies, and managing multi-functional teams.

Her track record includes consistent year-on-year revenue growth, strong RevPAR delivery in competitive markets, and expansion across corporate, MICE, and wedding segments. She has also worked on identifying new revenue streams and executing commercial strategies aligned with market demand.

This appointment marks a shift in her role from core commercial functions to full-scale operations. The transition reflects a broader industry trend where revenue-led leadership is increasingly being integrated into operational decision-making.

At Noor Mahal Delhi NCR – Autograph Collection Hotel, Nichani will oversee end-to-end hotel operations. Her responsibilities include revenue optimization, sales strategy, and overall commercial performance. She will also lead marketing efforts, including digital outreach, public relations, and participation in industry platforms to enhance market visibility. A key part of her role will involve ensuring compliance with Autograph Collection standards while maintaining differentiated guest experiences aligned with the brand.

Her experience includes handling pre-opening projects, launching luxury hotel properties, and setting up regional sales offices. She has worked across both domestic and international markets, giving her exposure to varied demand cycles and customer segments.

Colonel Manbeer Choudhary, CMD, Noormahal Group, indicated that Nichani’s background in revenue strategy and operations is expected to support the property’s long-term performance goals.

Roop Partap Choudhary, Executive Director, Noormahal Group, said, “We are delighted to welcome Teena Nichani to the Noormahal family at such a significant juncture for Noor Mahal Delhi NCR – Autograph Collection Hotel. Her depth of experience in revenue management and operational leadership is exactly what we need as we chart the next phase of growth for the property. I am confident that Teena’s strategic vision and commitment to excellence will further strengthen our position in the luxury hospitality segment and help us deliver exceptional experiences to our guests and partners.”

The hotel holds strategic importance as the first Autograph Collection property in India under Marriott International. This positioning places additional focus on maintaining brand standards while catering to high-value segments such as destination weddings and corporate events.

Mahesh Singh Jasrotia, General Manager, Noor Mahal - Autograph Collection hotel by Marriott International NCR, highlighted, “Teena’s appointment is a testament to our commitment to operational excellence and innovative leadership. Her proven ability to drive commercial performance, combined with her keen understanding of guest expectations, will be instrumental as we continue to set new benchmarks in service and guest satisfaction. We look forward to working closely with her as she leads our team into this exciting new chapter.”

Teena Nichani said, “I am honored to join Noor Mahal Delhi NCR at such an exciting phase. Being part of the first Autograph Collection hotel in India by Marriott International is truly special. I look forward to driving strong commercial performance while ensuring exceptional guest experiences that reflect the unique identity and spirit of the brand.”