Novotel Goa Resort & Spa and Novotel Goa Candolim Appoints Tanya Viegas as Director of Sales & Marketing

5th May 2025, National: Novotel Goa Resort & Spa and Novotel Goa Candolim, two iconic properties nestled in the heart of Goa, are pleased to announce the appointment of Tanya Viegas as the Director of Sales & Marketing.

In her new role, Tanya will be responsible for driving commercial strategy for the Novotel Candolim Complex, further strengthening their presence in the leisure and MICE segment. Her deep understanding of market dynamics, combined with a passion for delivering memorable guest experiences, makes her a valuable addition to the leadership team.

With a strong focus on sales strategy, brand positioning, digital outreach, and customer engagement, Tanya brings with her over 17 years of rich experience in the hospitality industry. . Prior to joining Novotel, she held the position of Multi-Property Director of Sales & Marketing for Le Meridien Goa, Calangute and Courtyard by Marriott Goa Colva where she played a pivotal role in opening and positioning of both properties. Throughout her career, she has been known not only for her strategic thinking and performance-driven approach but also for her ability to lead and build strong, motivated teams.

Tanya holds a BA (Hons) degree in Hotel Management from the Institute of Hotel Management (IHM), Aurangabad as well as a Bachelor of Business Administration degree. Her strong footing in hospitality education, paired with extensive on-ground experience and her specific understanding of the dynamic and ever evolving leisure market, brings a unique blend of insight and execution to her work.

"Tanya brings with her a remarkable blend of strategic insight, industry expertise, and people-first leadership. Her understanding of both the market and the nuances of hospitality makes her an invaluable addition to our leadership team. We are confident that her vision will further elevate the position of both our properties, and lead us into an exciting new chapter of growth."

Sachin Maheshwary, General Manager, Novotel Goa Resorts & Spa and Novotel Goa Candolim,

“I’m truly excited to join the Novotel family. I look forward to building stronger stakeholder relationships, growing and strengthening our MICE and leisure positioning, and enhancing brand visibility through innovative and collaborative partnerships.”

Tanya Viegas 

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