Dr. Nitin Shankar Nagrale is a globally recognized leader in hospitality procurement and supply chain management, with over 30 years of distinguished experience in the hospitality, aviation, and service sectors. He currently serves as the CEO – India and Emerging Markets at Quality New Zealand since its inception in 2013, a unique venture backed by New Zealand cricket legends Sir Richard Hadlee, Stephen Fleming, Brendon McCullum, Daniel Vettori, and Geoff Allott.
A visionary professional, Dr. Nagrale is the Founder & General Secretary of the Hospitality Purchasing Managers’ Forum (HPMF), the first-of-its-kind platform that today represents 7,000+ members across India, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, and the Middle East. He has been instrumental in elevating procurement as a strategic function in the hospitality industry and is widely respected as one of the most influential voices in global hospitality procurement.
Dr. Nagrale believes that procurement is not merely a cost saving function but a strategic enabler of value, sustainability, and innovation in the hospitality industry. A lifelong learner, he continues to invest his time in advancing knowledge, nurturing talent, and building platforms that empower professionals in hospitality and supply chain management.
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