Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan GM Karthi VK Receives Prestigious IHG Owners Impact Award
Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan has announced that its General Manager, Karthi VK, has been honoured with the Owners Impact Award at the IHG SWA Impact Awards 2025, one of the highest recognitions within IHG Hotels & Resorts for leadership and operational excellence.
The award recognises leaders who have demonstrated outstanding business performance, built strong relationships with hotel owners, maintained operational excellence, and promoted a people-first leadership approach.
According to the hotel, Karthi VK has played a key role in strengthening Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan’s position as one of Bangladesh’s leading luxury hospitality destinations. Under his leadership, the hotel has focused on service excellence, operational efficiency, innovation, and employee development, contributing to its continued growth and reputation.
In a statement, the hotel said the recognition reflects Karthi VK’s leadership, integrity, and commitment to building high-performing teams while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
The hotel also noted that the achievement is a reflection of the collective efforts of the entire Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan team, whose dedication to delivering exceptional guest experiences has contributed significantly to the hotel’s success.
Congratulating Karthi VK on the award, Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan expressed appreciation for his leadership and said the recognition would further inspire the team to continue setting higher standards of excellence in Bangladesh’s hospitality industry.

