Naveen Balakrishnan

Naveen Balakrishnan is an accomplished professional with 14 years of experience in the food and beverage industry, currently serving as Head of Food and Beverage at Valiram since December 2019. Previously, Naveen held the position of Assistant Director of Food and Beverage at The Fullerton Hotel & The Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore from January 2012 to December 2019, and has also worked as Operations Manager and Restaurant Manager at The Westin Kuala Lumpur, contributing to significant revenue growth in venues like QBA Latin Bar & Grill. Early career roles include Assistant Outlet Manager and Assistant Manager at Raffles The Plaza, demonstrating expertise in budget management, service training, and innovative menu planning. Naveen's skill set focuses on leading high-quality operations, cost management, and enhancing overall profitability in hospitality settings.