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Dr Sanee Awsarmmel is an Indian hospitality industry leader, administrator | Dr. Sanee Awsarmmel is an Indian hospitality industry leader, administrator and global strategist. He is recognized as a visionary figure in the hospitality sector and serves as the Chairman of the Asian Countries Chamber of Hospitality Industry (ACOHI). Awsarmmel is noted for his contributions to advancing innovation, establishing golden standards and promoting culinary diplomacy within the industry. His initiatives have been credited with elevating India’s profile in global hospitality, positioning the country as a leader in the sector. | ||
==Early Life and Education== | ==Early Life and Education== | ||
Dr Sanee Awsarmmel | Dr. Sanee Awsarmmel completed his schooling at the Air Force School, Viman Nagar, Pune. He later pursued higher studies at Wadia College before enrolling in the Maharashtra State Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (formerly known as the Food Craft Institute, Pune). His academic training specialized in hotel management, applied nutrition and hospitality research. | ||
Awsarmmel was born and raised in Ramwadi Jakat Naka slums, Siddharth Nagar, Pune. His formative years instilled values of fearlessness, compassion, dedication, unity and teamwork. These early life experiences continue to influence his professional ethos, enabling him to integrate academic excellence with lived experience. Awsarmmel has often acknowledged the role of his upbringing in shaping his recognition and success and he takes pride in imparting these lessons throughout his career and day to day life. | |||
==Career== | ==Career== | ||
Dr Sanee Awsarmmel began his professional | Dr. Sanee Awsarmmel began his professional career in the hospitality sector with Suman Motels, where he advanced from a junior executive to the position of marketing manager. His early experiences laid the groundwork for his later leadership in hospitality administration, union organization, innovation, and the implementation of golden standards across the sector. He became known for uniting diverse stakeholders within the hospitality industry and for contributing to policy framework development and global culinary leadership programming. | ||
Awsarmmel currently serves as Chairman of the Board and BOG Chief of ACOHI, recognized as the world’s first chamber dedicated exclusively to the hospitality sector of India, Asia, and the global community. He has also held the position of Chairman of the Hospitality Industry of India and has led multiple national and international initiatives, many of which were introduced for the first time in India and Asia. Several of these initiatives have gained global recognition for their effectiveness and significance. | |||
Since the early 2000s, Awsarmmel has been actively engaged in industry transformation, with a focus on quality assurance, safety, education, and the establishment of global standards in hospitality. | |||
==Leadership and Roles== | ==Leadership and Roles== | ||
Dr Sanee Awsarmmel holds | Dr. Sanee Awsarmmel holds multiple leadership positions across national and international boards within the hospitality and allied sectors. His roles span governance, research, innovation, and industry development. These include boards dedicated to hospitality research, culinary diplomacy, women’s empowerment, agriculture, food packaging, tourism, aviation, arts and culture, disaster relief, organic movements, hydroponics, waste management, metallurgy, and advisory roles to central and state governments. He also leads boards focused on employment exchange, hospitality workers’ welfare, corporate social responsibility, and union management under the umbrella of ACOHI. | ||
==Legacy and Influence== | |||
Dr. Sanee Awsarmmel is regarded as a pioneering figure in the hospitality industry, credited with transforming the sector into a platform for global collaboration and diplomacy. His initiatives have emphasized food safety, culinary diplomacy, education, and industry standardization, contributing to India’s emergence as a recognized leader in hospitality on the international stage. | |||
Through his leadership of ACOHI and numerous allied boards, Awsarmmel has institutionalized frameworks that support employment generation, women’s empowerment, artisan revival, and cross-cultural exchange. His vision of hospitality as a diplomatic tool has influenced policy discussions and inspired new approaches to global cooperation. | |||
Awsarmmel’s legacy is reflected in the establishment of multiple boards, research institutions, and programs that continue to shape the future of hospitality in India, Asia, and beyond. His work has created a foundation for future generations of hospitality professionals, positioning the industry as both an economic driver and a medium of cultural and humanitarian impact. | |||
==Vision and Philosophy== | ==Vision and Philosophy== | ||
Dr Sanee | Dr. Sanee Awsarmmel’s professional philosophy emphasizes unity, business growth, technology exchange, bilateral relations, peace, and brotherhood through hospitality. He has consistently promoted the idea that hospitality serves not only as an industry but also as a cultural and diplomatic bridge between nations. | ||
Central to his vision is the concept of a borderless culinary world, where food functions as a tool of global diplomacy. Awsarmmel advocates that hospitality can foster international cooperation and understanding more rapidly than traditional diplomatic channels. | |||
His long-term vision is to position India as a global leader in the hospitality industry, setting benchmarks for others to follow. He emphasizes making hospitality more effective and safer, while integrating science and technology into food delivery systems. Awsarmmel regards food as a representation of the divine and underscores the importance of ensuring that the hospitality sector receives respect for its role in serving humanity. | |||
==Key Initiatives== | ==Key Initiatives== | ||
Dr Sanee Awsarmmel has launched and led several major initiatives: | Dr. Sanee Awsarmmel has launched and led several major initiatives aimed at transforming and advancing the hospitality industry in India and Asia. Notable initiatives include: | ||
* Mission Safe Food India – a nationwide campaign promoting food safety and hygiene | |||
* Alkaline Movement – advocating health-focused water solutions within hospitality services | |||
* World Wonders Ratings and Certifications – rating, auditing, and certifying global wonders beyond the traditional Seven Wonders of the World | |||
* Culinary Diplomacy Programs – fostering connections across global culinary ecosystems | |||
* Star Ratings of Hotels – introducing grading systems for hotels ranging from one star to seven stars | |||
* Culinary ID – creating robust identification mechanisms for vendors servicing the hospitality industry | |||
* Amrit Food Cart – empowering women and street food vendors | |||
* Rescue Me Initiative – addressing human trafficking issues within the hospitality sector | |||
* Republican Akshay Bhojan Yojana – providing large-scale food distribution during crisis situations | |||
* Operation Flood 2 – promoting the revival of A2 milk as part of a nutritional revolution | |||
* World Institute of Hotel Management (WIHM) – establishing an international academic institution dedicated to hospitality education and research | |||
In addition, Awsarmmel has overseen the creation of more than 58 boards dedicated to the development of the hospitality industry in India and Asia. | |||
==Achievements and Recognition== | ==Achievements and Recognition== | ||
Dr Sanee Awsarmmel has | Dr. Sanee Awsarmmel has been honored with numerous awards and distinctions for his contributions to the hospitality industry. His achievements include: | ||
* International Hospitality Ambassador across 150 | * Recognition as International Hospitality Ambassador across more than 150 countries | ||
* | * Credited with bringing India into global leadership in the hospitality industry through his sustained efforts | ||
* 12 world records in hospitality | * Awarded by His Excellency Shri Bhagat Singh Koshyari, Governor of Maharashtra, for meritorious service to the hospitality sector | ||
* | * Awarded by Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Shri Devendra Fadnavis, for excellence in hospitality industry work | ||
* Issuance of a postal stamp in his name, commemorating his impact on the hospitality industry | |||
* Conferred the honorary degree of D. Litt by Vikramshila Hindi Vidyapeeth for his contributions to hospitality | |||
* Recipient of the Adventist International Award, regarded as one of the rarest and most prestigious honors in the field | |||
* Honored with the Suryadatta National Award for outstanding contributions to the hospitality industry | |||
* Holder of 12 world records in hospitality | |||
* Establishment of a global professional network of over 3 million hospitality professionals | |||
* Creation of a strong base of hospitality industry experts in India, Asia, and globally, serving as a significant human resource network for business and opportunities worldwide | |||
==Organizational Impact== | ==Organizational Impact== | ||
Dr Sanee Awsarmmel leads ACOHI, representing hospitality sectors across more than 48 Asian nations. His | Dr. Sanee Awsarmmel leads ACOHI, representing hospitality sectors across more than 48 Asian nations. His leadership emphasizes global collaboration, culinary diplomacy, employment generation, and the establishment of international gold standards. Key areas of focus include industry standardization, the development of Culinary ID, the creation of WIHM, the promotion of alkaline water projects for the hospitality sector, Operation Flood 2 for the revival of A2 milk, and the introduction of World Wonders Ratings and Certifications. | ||
Through structured programs and policy frameworks, Awsarmmel has contributed to positioning hospitality as a global diplomatic tool. His initiatives have been credited with elevating India’s standing as a leader in the hospitality industry across multiple disciplines, achieving milestones that were previously considered unattainable. | |||
==Personal Life== | ==Personal Life== | ||
Latest revision as of 15:43, 26 March 2026
Dr. Sanee Awsarmmel is an Indian hospitality industry leader, administrator and global strategist. He is recognized as a visionary figure in the hospitality sector and serves as the Chairman of the Asian Countries Chamber of Hospitality Industry (ACOHI). Awsarmmel is noted for his contributions to advancing innovation, establishing golden standards and promoting culinary diplomacy within the industry. His initiatives have been credited with elevating India’s profile in global hospitality, positioning the country as a leader in the sector.
Early Life and Education
Dr. Sanee Awsarmmel completed his schooling at the Air Force School, Viman Nagar, Pune. He later pursued higher studies at Wadia College before enrolling in the Maharashtra State Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (formerly known as the Food Craft Institute, Pune). His academic training specialized in hotel management, applied nutrition and hospitality research.
Awsarmmel was born and raised in Ramwadi Jakat Naka slums, Siddharth Nagar, Pune. His formative years instilled values of fearlessness, compassion, dedication, unity and teamwork. These early life experiences continue to influence his professional ethos, enabling him to integrate academic excellence with lived experience. Awsarmmel has often acknowledged the role of his upbringing in shaping his recognition and success and he takes pride in imparting these lessons throughout his career and day to day life.
Career
Dr. Sanee Awsarmmel began his professional career in the hospitality sector with Suman Motels, where he advanced from a junior executive to the position of marketing manager. His early experiences laid the groundwork for his later leadership in hospitality administration, union organization, innovation, and the implementation of golden standards across the sector. He became known for uniting diverse stakeholders within the hospitality industry and for contributing to policy framework development and global culinary leadership programming.
Awsarmmel currently serves as Chairman of the Board and BOG Chief of ACOHI, recognized as the world’s first chamber dedicated exclusively to the hospitality sector of India, Asia, and the global community. He has also held the position of Chairman of the Hospitality Industry of India and has led multiple national and international initiatives, many of which were introduced for the first time in India and Asia. Several of these initiatives have gained global recognition for their effectiveness and significance.
Since the early 2000s, Awsarmmel has been actively engaged in industry transformation, with a focus on quality assurance, safety, education, and the establishment of global standards in hospitality.
Leadership and Roles
Dr. Sanee Awsarmmel holds multiple leadership positions across national and international boards within the hospitality and allied sectors. His roles span governance, research, innovation, and industry development. These include boards dedicated to hospitality research, culinary diplomacy, women’s empowerment, agriculture, food packaging, tourism, aviation, arts and culture, disaster relief, organic movements, hydroponics, waste management, metallurgy, and advisory roles to central and state governments. He also leads boards focused on employment exchange, hospitality workers’ welfare, corporate social responsibility, and union management under the umbrella of ACOHI.
Legacy and Influence
Dr. Sanee Awsarmmel is regarded as a pioneering figure in the hospitality industry, credited with transforming the sector into a platform for global collaboration and diplomacy. His initiatives have emphasized food safety, culinary diplomacy, education, and industry standardization, contributing to India’s emergence as a recognized leader in hospitality on the international stage.
Through his leadership of ACOHI and numerous allied boards, Awsarmmel has institutionalized frameworks that support employment generation, women’s empowerment, artisan revival, and cross-cultural exchange. His vision of hospitality as a diplomatic tool has influenced policy discussions and inspired new approaches to global cooperation.
Awsarmmel’s legacy is reflected in the establishment of multiple boards, research institutions, and programs that continue to shape the future of hospitality in India, Asia, and beyond. His work has created a foundation for future generations of hospitality professionals, positioning the industry as both an economic driver and a medium of cultural and humanitarian impact.
Vision and Philosophy
Dr. Sanee Awsarmmel’s professional philosophy emphasizes unity, business growth, technology exchange, bilateral relations, peace, and brotherhood through hospitality. He has consistently promoted the idea that hospitality serves not only as an industry but also as a cultural and diplomatic bridge between nations.
Central to his vision is the concept of a borderless culinary world, where food functions as a tool of global diplomacy. Awsarmmel advocates that hospitality can foster international cooperation and understanding more rapidly than traditional diplomatic channels.
His long-term vision is to position India as a global leader in the hospitality industry, setting benchmarks for others to follow. He emphasizes making hospitality more effective and safer, while integrating science and technology into food delivery systems. Awsarmmel regards food as a representation of the divine and underscores the importance of ensuring that the hospitality sector receives respect for its role in serving humanity.
Key Initiatives
Dr. Sanee Awsarmmel has launched and led several major initiatives aimed at transforming and advancing the hospitality industry in India and Asia. Notable initiatives include:
- Mission Safe Food India – a nationwide campaign promoting food safety and hygiene
- Alkaline Movement – advocating health-focused water solutions within hospitality services
- World Wonders Ratings and Certifications – rating, auditing, and certifying global wonders beyond the traditional Seven Wonders of the World
- Culinary Diplomacy Programs – fostering connections across global culinary ecosystems
- Star Ratings of Hotels – introducing grading systems for hotels ranging from one star to seven stars
- Culinary ID – creating robust identification mechanisms for vendors servicing the hospitality industry
- Amrit Food Cart – empowering women and street food vendors
- Rescue Me Initiative – addressing human trafficking issues within the hospitality sector
- Republican Akshay Bhojan Yojana – providing large-scale food distribution during crisis situations
- Operation Flood 2 – promoting the revival of A2 milk as part of a nutritional revolution
- World Institute of Hotel Management (WIHM) – establishing an international academic institution dedicated to hospitality education and research
In addition, Awsarmmel has overseen the creation of more than 58 boards dedicated to the development of the hospitality industry in India and Asia.
Achievements and Recognition
Dr. Sanee Awsarmmel has been honored with numerous awards and distinctions for his contributions to the hospitality industry. His achievements include:
- Recognition as International Hospitality Ambassador across more than 150 countries
- Credited with bringing India into global leadership in the hospitality industry through his sustained efforts
- Awarded by His Excellency Shri Bhagat Singh Koshyari, Governor of Maharashtra, for meritorious service to the hospitality sector
- Awarded by Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Shri Devendra Fadnavis, for excellence in hospitality industry work
- Issuance of a postal stamp in his name, commemorating his impact on the hospitality industry
- Conferred the honorary degree of D. Litt by Vikramshila Hindi Vidyapeeth for his contributions to hospitality
- Recipient of the Adventist International Award, regarded as one of the rarest and most prestigious honors in the field
- Honored with the Suryadatta National Award for outstanding contributions to the hospitality industry
- Holder of 12 world records in hospitality
- Establishment of a global professional network of over 3 million hospitality professionals
- Creation of a strong base of hospitality industry experts in India, Asia, and globally, serving as a significant human resource network for business and opportunities worldwide
Organizational Impact
Dr. Sanee Awsarmmel leads ACOHI, representing hospitality sectors across more than 48 Asian nations. His leadership emphasizes global collaboration, culinary diplomacy, employment generation, and the establishment of international gold standards. Key areas of focus include industry standardization, the development of Culinary ID, the creation of WIHM, the promotion of alkaline water projects for the hospitality sector, Operation Flood 2 for the revival of A2 milk, and the introduction of World Wonders Ratings and Certifications.
Through structured programs and policy frameworks, Awsarmmel has contributed to positioning hospitality as a global diplomatic tool. His initiatives have been credited with elevating India’s standing as a leader in the hospitality industry across multiple disciplines, achieving milestones that were previously considered unattainable.
Personal Life
Dr Sanee Awsarmmel is originally from Pune, Maharashtra, and is based in India. He is known for his straightforward personality, leadership mindset, and commitment to social responsibility and industry development.
Experience
- Chairman Of The Board and BOG Chief – ACOHI (2020–present)
- Chief – Mission Safe Food India (2017–present)
- Chairman – Hospitality Industry Global Network (2007–present)
- Marketing Manager – Suman Motels (1997–2000)
Services
Dr Sanee Awsarmmel provides expertise in:
- Leadership development
- Market research
- Marketing strategy
- Business law and compliance
- Financial advisory
- Project management
Corporate Address
Asian Countries Chamber of Hospitality Industry Chamber Secretariat - 230 B, 4/2 Plot No 3, Shanta Marg, VIP Zone Lane 6, Viman Darshan, Sanjay Park Pune 411032, Maharashtra - India
Phone: +91 9822063281 Email: chairman.asia@acohi.org