Courtyard by Marriott Mahabaleshwar has announced the appointment of Hiten Chaurasiya as Sales Manager. Bringing a strong background in hotel sales and a career across leading hospitality brands, Hiten adds valuable experience, market insight, and passion for driving results to the team.

Prior to joining Courtyard by Marriott Mahabaleshwar, Hiten served as Assistant Sales Manager at Sofitel Mumbai BKC, where he played a key role in managing major accounts and boosting revenue growth. His earlier career includes progressive sales roles at Trident Bandra Kurla, where he advanced from Sales Assistant to Sales Supervisor, and a leadership role in reactive sales at Radisson Mumbai Goregaon. Hiten began his hospitality journey with JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar, building a solid reputation for strategic thinking, relationship management, and deep market understanding, particularly within Mumbai and Maharashtra.

In his new role, Hiten will be based out of Mumbai, leading the hotel's remote sales office operations and contributing to the continued success and market expansion of Courtyard by Marriott Mahabaleshwar.

The team extends a warm welcome to Hiten Chaurasiya and looks forward to his contributions in strengthening the brand’s presence and driving new growth.

Phygital Retail Convention (PRC) 2025, India's premier retail intelligence event, is all set to make a grand return on May 7-8, 2025, at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai. Presented by Inorbit Malls and powered by Mufti, the 6th edition of PRC will revolve around the theme, “Infinite India - The World’s Fastest Growing Retail Market.”

Positioned as the largest gathering of retail minds, PRC 2025 promises a two-day deep dive into innovation, ideation, and growth opportunities with over 1000 participating brands and companies. Year after year, the convention draws over 3000 top retail professionals, making it the ultimate hub for knowledge exchange, networking, and business development, spread across a spectacular 1-lakh-plus sq.ft venue.

Bhavesh Pitroda, Group CEO & Director, IMAGES Group, emphasized the event’s significance, saying, “India today stands at the cusp of a bold new chapter in its economic growth. PRC 2025 reflects the power of this new ‘Infinite India’, through not just its theme, but also via the vast and versatile line-up of speakers, exhibitors and attendees from across the country.”

This year, hundreds of top brands from sectors like fashion, food, lifestyle, real estate, and tech will take center stage, both from India and abroad. PRC 2025 will also see 300+ influential Retail, Business, and Management Leaders sharing their insights, including names like BS Nagesh (Chairman, Shoppers Stop Ltd.), Damodar Mall (CEO, Grocery, Reliance Retail), Harish Bhat (Former Brand Custodian, Tata Sons), Mukesh Bansal (Founder, Myntra, Cure.fit), and many others.

Adding a touch of excitement, India’s quiz legend Siddhartha Basu will return with the much-loved India Retail Brain Game, ensuring a vibrant and interactive experience for all attendees.

Alongside PRC, the concurrent show Retail TechNXT 2025 will present cutting-edge innovations in retail technology, featuring global majors like Salesforce and Diebold Nixdorf among the exhibitors.

Important Links for PRC 2025:

• PRC Showreel 2024

• Speakers at PRC 2025

• Conference Agenda

About IMAGES Group:

IMAGES Group is South Asia and the Middle East's leading retail intelligence organisation. Through its various knowledge platforms—print, online reportage, research, and major business events—IMAGES acts as a catalyst for the sustainable growth of modern retail.

For more information, contact:
Namrata Aswani - 9920710261 / Viraj Kalati - 9820065432

We are thrilled to announce that Mr. Akshat Arya has joined Four Points by Sheraton Nashik as the new Director of Sales and Marketing (DOSM). With an impressive career in the hospitality industry, Mr. Arya is poised to bring his vast experience and dynamic leadership to take the hotel's sales and marketing efforts to greater heights.

Known for his mantra, “The only thing standing between you and success is you,” Akshat Arya's rise in the hospitality world has been fueled by passion, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Starting as an eager trainee, he has swiftly ascended to become a dynamic sales leader with a proven track record of success across various facets of hospitality.

Akshat Arya’s appointment marks a significant milestone for Four Points by Sheraton Nashik, as his visionary leadership is expected to drive the hotel’s strategic sales initiatives and further strengthen its market presence.

About Four Points by Sheraton Nashik

Four Points by Sheraton Nashik is renowned for its exceptional hospitality services and commitment to guest satisfaction. With a focus on providing comfort and convenience, the hotel promises a memorable stay for all visitors.