The Residency Hotels Appoints Prakash Jayadevan as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Chennai, October 2025 - The Residency Hotels is proud to announce the appointment of Prakash Jayadevan as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). In this strategic leadership role, Mr. Jayadevan will be responsible for spearheading operational strategy, enhancing performance across all properties, and ensuring consistently exceptional guest experiences.

Commenting on his appointment, B Gopinath – CEO, The Residency Hotels said, "We are thrilled to welcome Mr. Prakash Jayadevan as our new Chief Operating Officer. His deep operational expertise, strategic mindset, and proven leadership make him the ideal partner as we continue to scale and drive long-term growth. I am confident that he will play a critical role in advancing our mission and delivering greater value to our customers, employees, and stakeholders. His leadership will be instrumental as we scale, innovate and build a company that leads for decades to come."

Bringing with him a wealth of experience in hospitality management and hotel operations, Mr. Jayadevan is known for his strong track record in driving service excellence and business optimization. His appointment comes at a crucial time as The Residency Hotels embarks on a new phase of growth and brand elevation.

Excited at this opportunity, Mr. Jayadevan commented, “It is an honour and privilege to step into this role at this interesting juncture of brand expansion at The Residency Hotels and I am dedicated to fostering a culture of excellence for both our internal and external stakeholders. With brand ethos as “Hospitality with Heart” propelled by an exceptional team, we will continue to provide unparalleled experiences to our distinguished guests and further solidify our position in the hospitality industry.”

Mr. Jayadevan brings with himself extensive expertise in hospitality management, having held senior leadership roles across prestigious hotel brands viz., Pioneer Holiday Resorts Limited, Oberoi Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International India and Nepal and The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts.