ibis, one of Accor’s most trusted and fastest-growing hospitality brands, has announced the appointment of Rajesh Dudi as Director of Sales at ibis Hyderabad HITEC City. With more than two decades of experience in the hospitality industry, Rajesh brings extensive expertise in sales leadership, business development, and commercial strategy. Over the course of his career, he has worked with Accor and several leading hospitality brands, building a strong track record of driving business growth across diverse markets.
In his new role, Rajesh will oversee the hotel’s overall sales and commercial strategy, with a focus on expanding corporate and travel trade partnerships, identifying new business opportunities, and strengthening the hotel’s presence across key market segments. He will also work closely with the team to drive revenue growth while supporting ibis Hyderabad’s long-term business objectives in an increasingly competitive market.
“Rajesh brings with him a wealth of commercial expertise and a proven ability to deliver consistent business results across a wide range of hospitality brands. His deep understanding of the Hyderabad market, combined with his experience in leading successful sales teams and building long-term client partnerships, makes him a valuable addition to the ibis Hyderabad team. We are confident that his leadership will further strengthen the hotel’s commercial performance while enhancing its position in one of India’s most competitive hospitality markets,” said Tejus Jose, Director of Operations, ibis and ibis Styles India.
Built on a strong foundation in hospitality operations, Rajesh began his career in food and beverage operations before transitioning into sales, where he steadily progressed into senior commercial leadership roles. Over the years, he has led corporate account management, revenue generation, business development, and pre-opening initiatives across multiple hospitality brands. His consistent contribution to commercial excellence has earned him recognitions such as the Asia Pacific Sales Leader of the Year and Asia Pacific Best Sales Leader awards, reflecting his ability to deliver strong business results while building high-performing teams.
Prior to joining ibis Hyderabad, he led the sales and marketing function for a leading entertainment destination, where he played a key role in expanding business from meetings, conferences, exhibitions, and corporate events. He also focused on building strategic partnerships and creating new revenue opportunities, further strengthening his expertise in developing integrated commercial strategies across the hospitality and leisure sectors.
“I am excited to join ibis Hyderabad at a time when the city continues to grow as an important business and travel destination. ibis has earned the trust of travellers through its reliable and modern hospitality, and I look forward to working with the team to build on that foundation. My focus will be on strengthening our corporate relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and supporting sustainable growth while continuing to deliver great experiences for our guests,” said Rajesh Dudi, Director of Sales, ibis Hyderabad HITEC City
As ibis continues to expand its presence across India, strengthening its commercial leadership remains central to the brand’s growth strategy. Rajesh’s appointment reflects this commitment and reinforces ibis Hyderabad’s focus on driving sustainable business growth while delivering exceptional value and service to its guests.
