Alpesh Sharma, Olive Spa located at the Manu Maharani Resort in Nainital, shares his take on the wellness industry of India
Please tell us about your professional background.
With over a decade of experience in the Wellness industry, I am a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the core areas of Strategy Planning, Spa Operations, Renovation Management, Training and Development, Team Management, Financial Management and Marketing and Guest Relationship Management.
What are your views on the growing wellness industry in India?
The wellness industry in India has evolved rapidly from its nascent unstructured beginning in the early 1990's to become a comprehensive ecosystem today. It has therefore, attracted a large number of domestic entrants and international players. There is strong demand in tier II and III cities with growing awareness for health and fitness among consumers. Our growth is being driven by expanding presence in these under-explored markets that have a strong demand. Rising consumer spend, increased availability of funding and expansion into tier II and III cities have been the growth drivers. As per the latest statistics, the Indian wellness industry is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 15 to 17 per cent to touch `1 trillion in the next three years.
What are the preferences of visitors that come to your spa?
This story is from the October 2016 edition of Salon International.
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