Meenakshi Prabhakar Assumes Role as Director of Human Resources at The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences

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Meenakshi Prabhakar Assumes Role as Director of Human Resources at The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences

By Author

Published on January 10, 2024

The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences proudly welcomes Ms. Meenakshi Prabhakar as its new Director of Human Resources. Boasting an impressive 31-year career in HR, Ms. Prabhakar brings a wealth of experience, having been associated with esteemed brands such as ITC Welcome Group, The Oberoi New Delhi, Radisson Hotel Worldwide, Grand Hyatt Delhi, Sita World Travel, and Kuoni before joining The Leela Family.

Armed with an MSc in Psychology and a Diploma in Personnel Management and Industrial Relations, Ms. Prabhakar has actively contributed to the HR domain, sharing her expertise with prestigious brands throughout her journey.

In her capacity as Human Resources Director, Ms. Meenakshi Prabhakar will play a crucial role in reorganizing companies, overseeing HR processes, proposing innovative solutions, and strengthening The Leela Family. She has been a driving force in implementing HR policy formulations throughout her career, with notable achievements, including working with IHG Hotels at Crown Plaza Today Gurgaon and six years with Accor Hotels.

The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences anticipates that Ms. Prabhakar will be instrumental in leading the human resources function strategically. Her comprehensive HR approach is expected to consistently support and enhance the broader business strategy of the hotel by fostering the growth and well-being of its workforce.

Expressing her enthusiasm, Ms. Prabhakar stated, "I believe that a robust HR function is key to attracting and retaining top talent. I look forward to collaborating with The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences team to shape the future and positively impact the business and lives of our valued employees and stakeholders."

Ms. Prabhakar’s appointment is effective immediately, and she is well-prepared to guide the hotel’s HR department in alignment with the organization’s ambitious trajectory of rapid expansion, reinforcing efficiency, and promoting a culture of professionalism.

About The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences

Situated on Ambience Island, at the Delhi-Gurugram border, The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences is a part of a lifestyle complex, offering 412 rooms, suites, and apartments. Conveniently located just 15 minutes’ drive from the Indira Gandhi International Airport, the hotel features three restaurants and a bar, including Spectra – a 24-hour, multi-cuisine restaurant, Diya – a Pan-Indian Specialty Restaurant, Zanotta – an authentic Italian Specialty Restaurant, and Rubicon Bar & Cigar Lounge. Boasting 35,000 sq ft of banqueting space, including pillar-less ballrooms, boardrooms, and meeting rooms, the hotel also offers a 20,000 sq ft space at The Leela Spa and Salon and a state-of-the-art gymnasium.

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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.