Grand Hyatt Mumbai Appoints Namrata Sharma as Area Director of Human Resources

Mumbai, 5^th January 2026 - Grand Hyatt Mumbai, one of India’s leading luxury hospitality landmarks, is pleased to announce the appointment of Namrata Sharma as Area Director of Human Resources.

Namrata brings with her over two decades of extensive experience across luxury hospitality and corporate organizations, with a strong focus on people's strategy, leadership development, organizational culture, and HR excellence. Her professional journey spans prestigious hospitality brands including The Leela, Marriott, Westin, Taj Hotels, and Green Park Hotels & Resorts, along with early-career experience in the corporate sector with 24/7 Customer and Wipro.

Since joining the hospitality industry, Namrata has played a pivotal role in building high-performing teams, strengthening talent pipelines, and fostering inclusive, people-centric workplace cultures.

In her new role as Area Director of Human Resources, Namrata will oversee the people and culture strategy for Grand Hyatt Mumbai and designated Hyatt hotels in the region. Her responsibilities will include talent acquisition and development, succession planning, employee engagement, performance management, and strengthening HR governance frameworks, while championing Hyatt’s values and service culture across all teams.

“I strongly believe that people are at the heart of every great organization. Leading with integrity, empathy, and purpose enables teams to thrive, innovate, and consistently deliver exceptional experiences for our guests. I’m excited and looking forward to building on Grand Hyatt Mumbai’s legacy of excellence, world-class hospitality, and innovation, while nurturing a culture that continues to set benchmarks for guest experiences in the city and beyond.”

Namrata Sharma

Namrata’s contributions to the HR profession have been widely recognized with several prestigious accolades, including the Talent Development Award from Marriott Hotels, Most Influential HR Leaders in India by IPE & Times Ascent, and the HR Leadership Award (Hospitality Sector) from the Asia Pacific HRM Congress.

As one of Hyatt’s flagship properties in India, Grand Hyatt Mumbai continues to prioritize leadership development, talent growth, and operational excellence. Namrata’s appointment reflects Hyatt’s continued commitment to nurturing strong leaders who embody its values and play a critical role in delivering extraordinary guest experiences.