Awinash Kumar

Awinash Kumar is an accomplished professional in the hospitality industry, specializing in conference and events operations. Currently serving as the Conference and Events Operations Manager at Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants since March 2019, Awinash has been recognized with multiple awards, including the highly recommended “Banqueting Individual of the Year” in 2018 and the Scottish Hotels Awards for the same category in 2019. Prior experience includes roles at Principal Hotel Company and Crown Plaza, The Roxburghe Hotel, where Awinash received accolades such as Manager of the Year 2016 and a Scottish Hotels Award for Banqueting Individual of the Year in 2016. Awinash's career began at Novotel Hotels and has included several progressive roles in event management and food and beverage services. Educational qualifications include a B.A in International Hospitality Management from Sainik School Purulia, West Bengal.