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Abhilash Matam Appointed Multi Property Hotel Manager for Courtyard by Marriott Kochi Airport & Port Muziris

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on October 23, 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Kochi Airport & Port Muziris, Kochi, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, is delighted to announce the appointment of Abhilash Matam as Multi Property Hotel Manager, effective from 13th October 2025.

Abhilash Matam is a highly motivated hospitality professional with extensive expertise in strategic hotel operations across luxury, midscale, and budget properties. Known for successfully leading international hotel management teams, he brings particular proficiency in Rooms Division operations, ensuring seamless day-to-day functioning across properties.

Prior to this role, Abhilash served as Director of Operations at Kochi Marriott, where he played a pivotal role in enhancing operational excellence. His illustrious career also includes experience with globally renowned brands such as Accor, Oberoi, and IBIS & Adagio in Doha, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of diverse hospitality segments.

Speaking about his appointment, Abhilash said:

"I believe great hospitality begins with genuine connections. My goal is to create an environment where our associates feel inspired and our guests feel truly valued at every moment of their stay."

Known for his visionary leadership and passion for hospitality, Abhilash is admired for his ability to inspire and motivate teams while consistently seeking ways to enhance operations and deliver exceptional guest experiences. His forward-thinking approach has been instrumental in implementing operational improvements that boost efficiency and create lasting value for both guests and the business.

With his appointment, Courtyard by Marriott Kochi Airport & Port Muziris reinforces its commitment to excellence in hospitality, ensuring every guest experience is memorable and every operational standard is elevated.

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Grand Hyatt Mumbai Appoints Prasad Prabhu as Learning and Development Manager to Strengthen People-First Culture

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on November 11, 2025

Grand Hyatt Mumbai, one of India’s most iconic luxury hotels, has announced the appointment of Prasad Prabhu as Learning and Development Manager.

With over 18 years of experience across leading global hospitality brands, Prasad brings a strong background in talent development, leadership capability building, service culture enhancement, and colleague engagement. His appointment highlights Grand Hyatt Mumbai’s focus on nurturing a people-first culture built on care, continuous learning, and professional growth.

In his new role, Prasad will spearhead the hotel’s learning and development strategy, focusing on leadership development, embedding Hyatt’s values through a culture of learning, enhancing colleague engagement, and aligning training initiatives with business goals.

An alumnus of the Welingkar Institute of Management, Mumbai (PGDBA in General Management), Institute of Hotel Management, Goa (B.Sc. in Hospitality & Hotel Administration), and Institute of Hotel Management, Mumbai (Food Production Craft Course), Prasad has built an impressive career with prestigious hospitality brands such as The Indian Hotels Company Limited (Taj Hotels), InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), The Leela Kempinski, The Zuri Hospitality Group, and Hyatt Hotels Corporation.

Before joining Grand Hyatt Mumbai, Prasad served as Learning Manager at Grand Hyatt Goa, where he played a dual role, leading property-level learning initiatives and contributing as an ASPAC Master Trainer for Hyatt Hotels Corporation. In this capacity, he designed and facilitated impactful leadership and trainer capability workshops across the Asia Pacific region.

Speaking on his appointment, Prasad Prabhu said,

“I am delighted to join Grand Hyatt Mumbai and continue my Hyatt journey. I believe that when colleagues feel respected, supported, and motivated to grow, they naturally deliver better guest experiences. My vision is to build a workplace where learning is not just a function, but a culture.”

As one of Hyatt’s flagship hotels in India, Grand Hyatt Mumbai continues to strengthen its reputation for excellence in service and colleague care. With Prasad’s leadership, the hotel aims to further its vision of fostering empowered teams and delivering exceptional guest experiences through a culture of continuous learning and growth.