The Residency Hotels Names Prakash Jayadevan as COO

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The Residency Hotels Appoints Prakash Jayadevan as Chief Operating Officer

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on October 23, 2025

The Residency Hotels is proud to announce the appointment of Prakash Jayadevan as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). In this strategic leadership role, Mr. Jayadevan will lead operational strategy, enhance performance across all properties, and ensure consistently exceptional guest experiences.

Commenting on the appointment, B Gopinath – CEO, The Residency Hotels, said, “We are thrilled to welcome Mr. Prakash Jayadevan as our new Chief Operating Officer. His deep operational expertise, strategic mindset, and proven leadership make him the ideal partner as we continue to scale and drive long-term growth. I am confident that he will play a critical role in advancing our mission and delivering greater value to our customers, employees, and stakeholders. His leadership will be instrumental as we scale, innovate, and build a company that leads for decades to come.”

With an impressive background in hospitality management and hotel operations, Mr. Jayadevan has earned recognition for his ability to drive service excellence and operational optimization. His appointment comes at a significant time as The Residency Hotels enters a new phase of growth and brand elevation.

Expressing his enthusiasm for the new role, Mr. Prakash Jayadevan said, “It is an honour and privilege to step into this role at this exciting juncture of brand expansion at The Residency Hotels. I am dedicated to fostering a culture of excellence for both our internal and external stakeholders. With our brand ethos of ‘Hospitality with Heart,’ supported by an exceptional team, we will continue to provide unparalleled guest experiences and further strengthen our position in the hospitality industry.”

Mr. Jayadevan brings with him extensive leadership experience across renowned hospitality brands including Pioneer Holiday Resorts Limited, Oberoi Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International India and Nepal, and The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts. His strategic vision and operational acumen are expected to further elevate The Residency Hotels’ reputation for heartfelt hospitality and service excellence.

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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.