JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar has announced the appointment of Moize Rocque as its new Director of Sales & Marketing. With over 18 years of experience in luxury hospitality, Rocque brings a wealth of expertise in unit sales, pre-opening strategies, global sales, and the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) segment.

Before joining JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar, Rocque was the Director of Sales & Marketing at The Westin Mumbai Garden City. His strategic leadership played a crucial role in the successful launch of The Ritz-Carlton, Pune, positioning it as a leading luxury destination.

Rocque began his career as a management trainee in sales with Novotel Hyderabad & HICC and later held key positions at Ibis and Novotel Bangalore. His rise through the ranks saw him leading the opening of Aloft Cessna Business Park as Accounts Director. His career spans notable hospitality brands, including Leela Palaces Hotels and Resorts, Accor, and Marriott International.

In his new role at JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar, Rocque will be responsible for:

• Driving hotel revenue and business growth
  

• Developing sales and marketing strategies
  

• Enhancing brand positioning in the luxury segment
  

• Overseeing global sales and pre-opening strategies
  

• Strengthening MICE business initiatives
  

  

With his leadership and expertise, Rocque is set to play a pivotal role in shaping the hotel’s marketing direction and sales excellence.

Rajesh Rana has been appointed as the Director (Commercial & Marketing) of India Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC), a public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India. He took charge on March 17 and will serve as a member of the board of directors. With over 26 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Rana brings a wealth of expertise in catering, tourism, marketing, and business operations.

Beginning his career as a management trainee with the Jaypee Group of Hotels, he later moved to THDC India Limited, a Public Sector Undertaking (PSU). In 2005, he joined IRCTC, where he played a key role in shaping its hospitality and tourism initiatives.

Over a span of 19 years, he held leadership positions across regional, zonal, and corporate offices, rising through the ranks as Deputy General Manager, Joint General Manager, Additional General Manager, and General Manager. His expertise covers catering, tourism, operations, administration, marketing, product development, and risk management.

Before joining ITDC, Rana served as General Manager at IRCTC’s Corporate Office in New Delhi, where he was also Chief Risk Officer (CRO). A distinguished alumnus of the Institute of Hotel Management (IHM), Lucknow, he also holds an MBA in Marketing. Recognized for his strategic leadership and risk management capabilities, he has contributed significantly to business growth in the hospitality, tourism, and railway catering sectors.

MAYFAIR Hotels & Resorts has appointed Varun Mehrotra as Assistant Vice President – Sales & Marketing at its Corporate Office, further strengthening its leadership team. With over 23 years of experience in sales leadership, strategic marketing, revenue optimization, and brand positioning, Varun’s expertise will be instrumental in expanding MAYFAIR’s market presence and driving business growth.

His career in hospitality began with Oberoi Hotels & Resorts, a globally recognized luxury brand, and he has since contributed to shaping sales and marketing strategies for prestigious hotel chains, including The Leela, Zuri Hotels & Resorts Ltd, Ista Hotels, Accor Group Fairmont Jaipur, and Khyathi Solutions. His deep understanding of market trends, revenue management, and brand positioning has consistently delivered sustained growth and competitive advantages.

In his new role at MAYFAIR, Varun will lead performance-driven sales and marketing strategies focused on expanding market reach, optimizing sales channels, leveraging data-driven insights, and strengthening high-revenue segments such as MICE and destination weddings. He will also foster strategic alliances, enhance brand positioning, and drive digital transformation through innovative marketing campaigns. Recognized for his strategic thinking and results-oriented approach, his leadership will play a key role in scaling MAYFAIR’s commercial success.

With a strong emphasis on revenue growth, digital marketing, and customer-centric strategies, Varun’s appointment marks an exciting phase of expansion and competitive excellence for MAYFAIR Hotels & Resorts. His expertise will reinforce MAYFAIR’s position as a premier luxury hospitality brand, ensuring sustained growth and market leadership in the industry.