Hospitality Icons: Visionary Corporate Communication Leaders Shaping India’s Premier Hotels

India’s hospitality industry is powered not only by exceptional service and iconic properties but also by the strategic voices that shape how these brands are perceived globally. Behind every successful hotel brand is a corporate communication professional crafting narratives, managing reputation, and building meaningful connections with media, stakeholders, and guests.

Hospitality Icons: Celebrating 25 Visionary Corporate Communication Managers recognises professionals who have played a defining role in elevating India’s premier hotel brands through impactful storytelling, strategic public relations, and integrated marketing communications.

The Growing Importance of Corporate Communications in Hospitality

In today’s experience-driven hospitality landscape, communication has become a strategic business function. From brand positioning and crisis management to digital storytelling and thought leadership, corporate communication managers ensure that hotel brands remain relevant, trusted, and aspirational.

These leaders bridge operations and perception transforming brand values, guest experiences, and business milestones into compelling stories that resonate across platforms and audiences.

The Visionaries Shaping India’s Premier Hotel Brands

This curated list highlights communication professionals representing luxury, upscale, and lifestyle hotel brands across India. Their work reflects creativity, strategic clarity, and a deep understanding of evolving traveller expectations.

Corporate Communication Leaders Driving Excellence

Natasha (Rawat) Arora

Manager – Corporate Communications, The Oberoi Group
Natasha Arora contributes to the legacy storytelling of one of India’s most iconic hospitality brands, reinforcing Oberoi’s global reputation for service excellence.

Aashima Verma

Manager – Communications, South Asia, Hilton
Aashima Verma supports Hilton’s communications strategy across South Asia, amplifying brand visibility and regional market engagement.

Purnima Jha

Manager – Communications, South Asia, Hilton
Purnima Jha focuses on strengthening Hilton’s corporate communications through integrated messaging and strategic media outreach.

Yasmin Poonegar Pouzet

Director of Corporate Communications, Hyatt International – South West Asia
Yasmin leads Hyatt’s communications strategy across South West Asia, driving brand consistency and market leadership.

Tanya S Dhar

Marketing and Communications Manager – Corporate Communications, Lemon Tree Hotels
Tanya Dhar supports Lemon Tree Hotels’ strong brand voice across India’s midscale and upscale hospitality segments.

Vandana Varma

Manager – Corporate Communications, The Leela Palaces, Hotels & Resorts
Vandana Varma plays a key role in strengthening the brand narrative of The Leela, a name synonymous with Indian luxury, heritage, and refined hospitality.

Sonal Ram

Marketing & Communications Manager, Courtyard by Marriott, Mumbai
Sonal Ram enhances brand storytelling and guest engagement at one of Mumbai’s leading business hotels.

Shriya Garg

Head of Marketing Communications & PR, Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas
Shriya Garg leads communications for Six Senses, reinforcing its positioning around sustainability, wellness, and conscious luxury.

Divya Joshi

Corporate Communications, Taj Hotels
Divya Joshi contributes to the communications strategy of Taj Hotels, one of India’s most respected hospitality brands.

Ritiza Trivedi

Corporate Communication PR Manager, ITC Hotels
Ritiza Trivedi plays a vital role in promoting ITC Hotels’ commitment to sustainability, luxury, and responsible hospitality.

Regional and Area Communication Leaders

Manvi Chopra

Area Director – PR & Marketing Communications, South India, IHCL
Manvi Chopra leads communications across IHCL’s South India portfolio, strengthening regional brand narratives.

Mrinaliny (Mini) Mitra

Director of Marketing and Communications, Accor
Mini Mitra brings strategic leadership to Accor’s communications and marketing initiatives in India.

Akshata Sawant

Marketing Communications Manager, Novotel Goa Panjim
Akshata Sawant supports brand visibility and guest engagement at Novotel Goa Panjim.

Poojaa N.

MarCom & Public Relations, Marriott International
Poojaa contributes to Marriott International’s communications efforts across its diverse brand portfolio.

Rachita Sehgal

Social Media Marketing & Corporate Communications, Radisson Blu Faridabad
Rachita Sehgal blends storytelling and digital strategy to bring hospitality brands to life online.

Driving Brand Stories Through Marketing and PR

Chitrangada Gupta

Marketing & Communications Manager, JW Marriott New Delhi
Chitrangada Gupta leads integrated marketing communications at one of Delhi’s flagship luxury hotels.

Roopa Lakra

Marketing and Communications Manager, Hyatt Regency
Roopa Lakra supports Hyatt Regency’s brand positioning through strategic communications initiatives.

Ritika Paffett

Director of Marketing and Communications, Accor
Ritika Paffett drives marketing and communications excellence across Accor’s premium portfolio.

Saba Dhanani

Corporate Head – Marketing and Communications, Sayaji Hotels Ltd
Saba Dhanani leads brand strategy and communications for Sayaji Hotels across India.

Nitika Khanna

Director of Marketing & Communications, Sarovar Hotels
Nitika Khanna strengthens Sarovar Hotels’ presence through impactful marketing and communication strategies.

Digital-First and Purpose-Driven Communicators

Aastha Mehta

MARCOM, Crowne Plaza Rohini by IHG
Aastha Mehta focuses on digital storytelling and social media strategy for the IHG brand.

Purvi Gaikwad

Marketing Communications, Fairmont Mumbai – Accor
Purvi Gaikwad crafts emotionally driven brand stories, bringing purpose-led communication to luxury hospitality.

Astuti Singh

Digital Marketing & Communications Leader, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
Astuti Singh blends creativity, culture, and data to build human-centric luxury brand narratives.

Gayatri Dravid

Group Head – Corporate Communications and Marketing, Rosetta Hospitality
Gayatri Dravid leads corporate communications and marketing for Rosetta Hospitality’s premium portfolio.

Rhythm K Gandhi

Marketing & Communications Manager, Novotel Goa Candolim & Novotel Goa Resort & Spa
Rhythm Gandhi drives integrated communications across Novotel’s Goa resorts.

Celebrating the Voices Behind Hospitality Excellence

These corporate communication leaders exemplify how strategic storytelling, media relations, and digital engagement can elevate hotel brands beyond physical spaces into emotional experiences. Their work continues to shape how India’s hospitality sector is perceived locally and globally.

As the industry evolves, these Hospitality Icons remain at the forefront, ensuring that every brand story is authentic, impactful, and future-ready.