Marriott International has appointed Ankita Bhawsinka as the Cluster Director of Marketing for Hyderabad Marriott Hotel & Convention Centre, Courtyard by Marriott Hyderabad, Marriott Executive Apartments Hyderabad, and Courtyard by Marriott Tirupati. The appointment comes at an important time as the portfolio prepares for major brand milestones, including the relaunch of Courtyard by Marriott Hyderabad and the opening of Courtyard by Marriott Tirupati.

With more than 14 years of experience in hospitality marketing, Bhawsinka brings extensive expertise in brand strategy, digital marketing, public relations, business development and guest engagement. Throughout her career, she has worked with some of the hospitality industry’s leading luxury and lifestyle brands, delivering successful campaigns that strengthen brand visibility, build strategic partnerships and support business growth.

In her new role, Bhawsinka will lead the overall marketing strategy across the four Marriott properties. Her responsibilities include overseeing brand positioning, integrated communications, public relations, digital marketing, content strategy, partnerships and guest engagement initiatives across the portfolio.

She will play a key role in the relaunch of Courtyard by Marriott Hyderabad, support the opening of Courtyard by Marriott Tirupati, and further strengthen the market positioning of Marriott Executive Apartments Hyderabad and Hyderabad Marriott Hotel & Convention Centre.

Working closely with Marriott’s South Asia and global marketing teams, she will also lead major brand campaigns, launch initiatives and content productions while enhancing each property’s visibility across digital platforms, social media, public relations and guest engagement channels.

Bhawsinka has built an impressive career working with several of India’s leading luxury hotels. Before joining her new role, she held senior marketing positions at JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu, The Ritz-Carlton Pune, Hyatt Regency Pune and Sheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel at Brigade Gateway.

Her experience spans marketing strategy, digital campaigns, public relations, luxury brand collaborations, strategic partnerships, guest engagement and revenue-focused marketing initiatives, making her well equipped to lead marketing efforts across Marriott’s growing portfolio in Hyderabad and Tirupati.

Speaking on her appointment, Bhawsinka said, “The cluster with the diverse brands across business segment offers unique product portfolio. While Hyderabad Marriott Hotel and Convention Centre has long been a landmark in the city’s hospitality landscape, Courtyard by Marriott Tirupati is all set to make an impact in its market. As the properties in my portfolio continue to build & strengthen their positioning, I look forward to shaping impactful campaigns that elevate brand visibility and reinforce their presence across every touchpoint.”

Her appointment reflects Marriott’s continued focus on strengthening its marketing leadership while enhancing brand presence, guest engagement and commercial growth across its portfolio in South India.

As Marriott continues to expand its presence in key Indian markets, Bhawsinka’s leadership is expected to play an important role in building stronger brand recognition, driving innovative marketing campaigns and creating meaningful guest experiences across the cluster.

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