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Girish Bhagat

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General Manager (Pre-opening) at Grand Hyatt Kochi
📍 Uttar Pradesh, India

Girish Bhagat is a veteran hotelier with over two decades of experience in the luxury hospitality sector, primarily with Hyatt. He has a proven track record of leading large teams and has specialized expertise in pre-opening major properties, including the Grand Hyatt in Dubai and Kochi. He is an alumnus of the Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School in Australia.

His passion for the hospitality industry began in childhood and has been the driving force throughout his career. He believes deeply in people management, maintaining an open-door policy for his team members to ensure productivity and engagement. His international career has taken him to Australia, Dubai, Muscat, and across India.

Unique fact: He has been a key member of the pre-opening teams for at least two Grand Hyatt hotels, showcasing his specialized skill in launching new luxury properties.

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Current Role
General Manager (Pre-opening)
Location
Uttar Pradesh, India
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Hotel Pre-Opening
Served as a pre-opening team member for Grand Hyatt Dubai and later as the pre-opening General Manager for Grand Hyatt Kochi, demonstrating extensive launch experience.
People Development
He has stated that investing in the right people is the key to success and is a strong believer in people management and maintaining an open-door policy.
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Career

Work history

3-2017 - 2-2019
General Manager (Pre-opening)
Grand Hyatt Kochi
4-2013 - 3-2017
General Manager
Hyatt Hyderabad
1-2010 - 4-2013
Director of Rooms
Grand Hyatt Muscat
2-2003 - 12-2009
Front Office Manager
Grand Hyatt Dubai
1-2002 - 12-2002
Guest Service Officer
Taj Mahal Hotel
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Media appearances

'Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty is truly a game changer for hospitality in South India' says Girish Bhagat, General Manager, Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty in an exclusive interview. Featured in Hospemag
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Girish Bhagat has been appointed General Manager at Grand Hyatt Kochi, Bolgatty. Featured in Hospitality Net
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Education
1998 - 2001
Advanced Diploma; Diploma of
BMIHMS Hotel School, Australia
Economics and Physics; secondary education
St. Columbas Catholic School
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