Stephanie Gururani assumes role as Director of Sales & Marketing at Grand Hyatt Mumbai

Mumbai (May 02, 2024) – Grand Hyatt Mumbai proudly welcomes Stephanie Gururani as the newly appointed Director of Sales & Marketing. With over two decades of rich experience, Stephanie brings a wealth of expertise and a proven track record of leadership across various renowned brands and industries in the hospitality sector. She has demonstrated her leadership by spearheading revenue and distribution, marketing, sales.

Stephanie’s distinguished career journey includes significant roles at prestigious hospitality establishments such as The Westin Mumbai Garden City under the Starwood umbrella, JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu, Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai, and most recently Taj Mahal Palace where she served as Director of Sales and Marketing. Throughout her tenure, Stephanie has exemplified exceptional leadership and strategic acumen, demonstrating a relentless pursuit of excellence and unwavering dedication to driving revenue growth and market leadership.

Dietmar Kielnhofer, General Manager and Area Vice President, said, “Stephanie brings an unparalleled level of expertise and passion to her role as Director of Sales & Marketing at Grand Hyatt Mumbai. Her exceptional achievements speak volumes, and we are thrilled to welcome her aboard. We eagerly anticipate witnessing her drive and determination propel Grand Hyatt Mumbai to even greater heights of excellence.”

Stephanie Gururani, Director of Sales & Marketing, Grand Hyatt Mumbai, said, “I am deeply honored to become a part of the esteemed team at Grand Hyatt Mumbai. My dedication lies in leading with innovation and passion. It is all with the singular aim of enriching our guests’ experiences and propelling our brand to unparalleled heights of excellence. I will strive to further the hotel’s legacy as an iconic symbol of luxury and hospitality.”

Over her illustrious career, she has achieved many milestones, one of which occurred at Four Seasons, where her strategic initiatives led to AER being listed in Asia’s top 50 bars. She also introduced the culture of pop-ups and visiting chefs through the World Gourmet Series, leaving an indelible mark on Mumbai’s culinary landscape.

Stephanie’s robust educational background includes an MBA in Sales and Marketing, emphasizing her dedication to professional growth and expertise in her field. Her commitment to fostering a vibrant work culture, alongside efficient resource utilization, mirrors her visionary approach to achieving organizational success. Furthermore, she holds a PG Diploma in Business Management & International Sales & Marketing

from St. Xavier’s Institute of Management, Mumbai, in 2004, and a B.Sc. in Chemistry from Mumbai University, in 2000.

Beyond her professional and educational endeavors, Stephanie finds solace in her hobbies of reading fiction, cooking, and traveling, which enrich her life and inspire creativity.

About Grand Hyatt Mumbai Hotel and Residences

Grand Hyatt Mumbai Hotel and Residences is Hyatt International’s flagship contemporary lifestyle complex in South Asia and an area hotel for Mumbai, Pune and Goa. It is located just minutes away from the domestic and international airports; Mumbai’s key business district, Bandra-Kurla Complex and the entertainment districts of the city. Grand in scope and functional in design, this city landmark with 548 luxurious rooms and suites, 110 fully serviced apartments and award-winning dining and entertainment options, has redefined standards of luxury and service in India’s financial and entertainment capital since 2004. With approximately 10 acres of mixed-use development, the complex is truly a world class facility. mumbai.grand.hyatt.com

About Hyatt Hotels Corporation

Hyatt Hotels Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, is a leading global hospitality company guided by its purpose – to care for people so they can be their best. As of September 30, 2022, the Company’s portfolio included more than 1,200 hotels and all-inclusive properties in 72 countries across six continents. The Company’s offering includes brands in the Timeless Collection, including Park Hyatt®, Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Hyatt®, Hyatt Residence Club®, Hyatt Place®, Hyatt House®, and UrCove; the Boundless Collection, including Miraval®, Alila®, Andaz®, Thompson Hotels®, Hyatt Centric®, and Caption by Hyatt; the Independent Collection, including The Unbound Collection by Hyatt®, Destination by Hyatt™, and JdV by Hyatt™; and the Inclusive Collection, including Hyatt Ziva®, Hyatt Zilara®, Zoëtry® Wellness & Spa Resorts, Secrets® Resorts & Spas, Breathless Resorts & Spas®, Dreams® Resorts & Spas, Vivid Hotels & Resorts®, Alua Hotels & Resorts®, and Sunscape® Resorts & Spas. Subsidiaries of the Company operate the World of Hyatt® loyalty program, ALG Vacations®, Unlimited Vacation Club®, Amstar DMC destination management services, and Trisept Solutions® technology services. For more information, please visit www.hyatt.com.

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