Cygnett Hotels Enhances Leadership Team for Growth

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Cygnett Hotels Enhances Leadership Team for Growth

By Nithyakala Neelakandan

Published on May 11, 2024

Cygnett Hotels & Resorts is gearing up for expansion with the addition of three key leaders to its team.

Deba Prasad Joins as Director of Operations

Bringing a wealth of experience, Deba Prasad, an alumnus of IHM Pusa with a Bachelor of Commerce (Hons) and an MBA from UBI, Belgium, steps into the role of Director of Operations. With 27 years in hospitality management across global hotel groups like Oberoi, Taj, and Wyndham, Prasad's leadership promises operational excellence.

Founder of Cygnett Hotels & Resorts, Sarbendra Sarkar, expresses excitement about Prasad's arrival, citing his vision for exceptional service and operational efficiency.

Rajeev Sharma Takes on General Manager of Operations & Pre-Opening Support

Rajeev Sharma, armed with a Postgraduate Degree in Hotel & Hospitality Management, assumes the position of General Manager of Operations & Pre-Opening Support. His two decades of experience, including training at the Welcome Management Institute (WMI, ITC-India), position him as a vital asset in Cygnett's portfolio expansion.

Sarkar emphasizes Sharma's dynamic approach to hospitality management and the crucial role he'll play in upcoming hotel openings.

Shyam Bhethanabotla Appointed Chief Technology Officer

In a bid to bolster its technological capabilities, Cygnett appoints Shyam Bhethanabotla as Chief Technology Officer. Bhethanabotla's extensive background in large-scale system design and deployment, coupled with leadership roles in global organizations like Reliance and Verizon, makes him a strategic addition.

Sarkar highlights Bhethanabotla's role in advancing technology to enhance guest experience and operational efficiency, underscoring his commitment to innovation.

With these seasoned professionals on board, Cygnett Hotels & Resorts is poised for growth and innovation in the hospitality industry.

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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.