Candolim, Goa – September 2026: Novotel Goa Resort & Spa and Novotel Goa Candolim are pleased to announce the appointment of Kumar Rathod as Director of Finance, bringing with him more than 22 years of vast experience in financial planning, analysis and management across luxury hospitality and multinational corporate environments.

Kumar returns to Goa with an extensive hospitality finance portfolio spanning India and the Maldives, having held senior leadership positions across prominent luxury resorts and hospitality brands. He joins us from Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts, Maldives and has worked with hospitality brands like Radisson, Intercontinental and Orion. Beyond hospitality, he has held finance roles with organisations including Adlab Films Ltd. Mahindra and Mahindra, Nestle, Desai Group, and Firm of Chartered Accountants.

A Certified Management Accountant (CMA – Australia), Kumar also holds an Associate CPA designation, IFRS Certification, an Executive MBA from the Indian School of Business Management and a B.Com. from Damodar College, Goa University.

“We are delighted to welcome Kumar Rathod to the Novotel Goa family. His extensive experience across luxury hospitality, strong strategic financial acumen, and previous association with the Goa hospitality industry make him a valuable addition to our leadership team. We are confident that his expertise will contribute significantly to the continued growth and success of both Novotel Goa Resort & Spa and Novotel Goa Candolim.”

Amit Sangwan, Cluster General Manager

This appointment comes at an exciting time for both hotels. Novotel Goa Resort & Spa is set to enhance its guest experience further with the upcoming renovation of its guest rooms, scheduled for completion by Q4 2026, while continuing to strengthen it’s position as one of Goa’s preferred family, MICE, and pet-friendly resort destinations. Meanwhile, Novotel Goa Candolim continues to deliver exceptional leisure experiences and remains one of North Goa’s leading hospitality destinations.

In his new role, Kumar will oversee the financial operations of both properties, driving business performance through strategic financial planning, budgeting and forecasting, cost optimisation, financial governance, compliance, and profitability management. His expertise in multi-property operations, financial analysis, infrastructure development, and team leadership will further support the hotels’ financial and operational objectives, ensuring sustainable growth and long-term success.

Outside the workplace, Kumar enjoys travelling and exploring new destinations. A keen cricket enthusiast, he appreciates the teamwork and strategic thinking that the sport embodies, values that also resonate in his professional life.