Michael Lestourgeon Joins Park Hyatt Chennai as Ops Director

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Michael Lestourgeon Elevated to Director of Operations at Park Hyatt Chennai

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on February 8, 2025

Park Hyatt Chennai has announced the promotion of Michael Lestourgeon to Director of Operations. With an extensive career spanning nearly two decades in luxury hospitality, Michael has consistently demonstrated a strong operational focus and a deep commitment to service excellence.

Since joining the hotel in 2023 as Director of Sales and Marketing, he has played a key role in strengthening the hotel’s market presence and driving commercial success. In his new role, Michael will oversee hotel operations, working closely with teams to enhance efficiency, elevate service standards, and ensure a seamless guest experience.

Expressing his enthusiasm for the role, Michael said, “I am honored to take on this role and continue contributing to Park Hyatt Chennai’s legacy. This hotel holds a unique place in the city, and I look forward to working alongside our talented teams to further elevate the guest experience and operational excellence.”

About Park Hyatt Chennai

Park Hyatt Chennai is the 44th hotel in the global Park Hyatt collection, offering 200 luxurious guestrooms, including 20 suites, designed for sophisticated comfort. The hotel’s serene lily pond, elegant interiors, and proximity to Guindy National Park create a tranquil yet opulent ambiance.

Culinary experiences at the hotel include The Flying Elephant, a bold, multi-sensory dining destination, Park Brasserie, an all-day eatery, and Mr. Ong, Chennai’s first authentic Singaporean restaurant. Guests can also indulge in The Apartment, an experiential meeting and event space, and Antahpura Spa, known for its luxurious treatments. The rooftop infinity pool offers spectacular views of Guindy National Park, providing an unparalleled retreat within the city.

With Michael Lestourgeon at the helm of operations, Park Hyatt Chennai continues its commitment to refined luxury, personalized hospitality, and exceptional guest experiences.

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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.