Sharon Raj joins Kochi Marriott as Cluster Director

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Sharon Raj Joins Kochi Marriott as Cluster Director of Sales & Marketing

By Nishang Narayan

Published on April 24, 2025

Kochi Marriott has welcomed Sharon Raj as the new Cluster Director of Sales & Marketing, overseeing three of Marriott’s key properties in Kerala—Kochi Marriott Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott Kochi Airport, and Port Muziris, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel.

With a strong career spanning over two decades, Sharon brings rich experience in sales leadership, brand strategy, and multi-property commercial operations. Her professional journey includes working with reputed global hospitality names such as Accor, IHG, and The Executive Centre. Most recently, she was the Cluster Director of Sales & Operations for ibis Chennai City Centre and ibis Chennai Sipcot, where she drove revenue and operational improvements, even stepping in for a strategic taskforce role at ibis Navi Mumbai.

An alumna of S.C.S. Kothari Academy, Sharon holds a Bachelor's degree in Management Science, specializing in Marketing and Human Resources. Her academic foundation, combined with her hands-on experience, makes her a dynamic addition to Marriott’s leadership team in South India.

Sharon joins the Marriott Kerala cluster at a pivotal time when Kochi’s tourism and MICE potential is rapidly growing. “I look forward to spearheading the commercial strategy for these three exceptional properties,” said Sharon. “There’s incredible potential in Kochi, especially as a MICE destination, and I’m excited to explore new opportunities to showcase this vibrant city on the global stage.”

Sachin Malhotra, General Manager at Kochi Marriott, shared his excitement about the new leadership, stating,

“We’re happy to have Sharon on board. Her diverse background and proven expertise make her a valuable addition to our leadership team as we continue to elevate the Marriott experience in Kochi.”

With her strategic mindset, cross-brand exposure, and people-first leadership approach, Sharon Raj is set to lead a transformative phase for Marriott’s presence in Kerala, particularly as the region eyes significant growth in corporate travel and destination events.

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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.