Atmosphere Core has promoted Ashwin Handa to Chief Operating Officer for South Asia, taking a key step as the hospitality brand accelerates its growth in the region. In doing so, the company continues to strengthen its leadership team. Moreover, this milestone appointment reflects a broader leadership strategy that reinforces both the company’s expansion efforts and internal culture.
Managing Director Salil Panigrahi praised the move, highlighting how it aligns with the company’s culture of recognizing and empowering deserving individuals. “It is a proud moment that reflects our culture of recognising, trusting, and empowering deserving individuals within the organisation. Ashwin is a collaborative leader who holds our teams, values, and ambitions together,” he said. Panigrahi further emphasized Ashwin’s ability to balance both the big picture and the smallest details, noting that this skill results in seamless execution, which drives operational efficiency and strong business performance.
With over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry across India, the Maldives, and Nepal, Ashwin expressed his gratitude for the opportunity. “It is an honour and privilege to be recognised and step into this role at a time of expansion and evolution for Atmosphere Core. I look forward to continuing this journey with our talented teams as we strengthen our brand presence, enter new markets, and build on our commitment to exceptional, heartfelt hospitality”.
In this expanded capacity, Ashwin will lead operations across the Maldives, India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Bhutan. To that end, he will enhance guest experiences, improve operational performance, and ensure every interaction—whether with guests or team members—reflects the company’s signature philosophy, the “Joy of Giving.” His role will play a key part in advancing Atmosphere Core’s mission and values.
