Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport has appointed Sunanda Sathish as Director of Human Resources, strengthening its people leadership team at the Mumbai property.
Sunanda Sathish brings over 25 years of experience within Marriott International, with expertise in human resources leadership, talent development, hiring strategy, workplace culture, and associate engagement. In her new role, Sunanda Sathish will lead the hotel’s human resources function, with responsibility for talent management, workplace culture, and people development.
The addition contributes to Marriott’s organisational growth, aligning with hotel appointments.Sunanda Sathish Takes on Human Resources Leadership at Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport
The Director of Human Resources role remains central to hotel leadership, with responsibility for workforce planning, associate engagement, talent development, hiring, organisational culture, and employee retention. At Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport, Sunanda Sathish will oversee the people function as the hotel continues to focus on talent development and workplace culture.
Sunanda Sathish Brings Over 25 Years of Marriott Experience
Sunanda Sathish has spent more than 25 years with Marriott International, building her career across multiple human resources leadership roles.
Her hospitality journey began as Human Resources Manager at the erstwhile Renaissance Mumbai Convention Centre Hotel and JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar. Over the years, she progressed into leadership roles across Marriott properties including The Westin Hyderabad and Pune.
Her professional background includes people leadership, talent management, recruitment strategy, and associate engagement, with long-standing experience within the Marriott ecosystem.
Speaking on her appointment, Sunanda Sathish said,
“I am delighted to join the Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport team. Having spent my career within Marriott International, I deeply understand the values and culture that define the brand. I look forward to working closely with the team to foster a workplace where every associate feels valued, empowered and inspired to deliver their best.”
Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport Strengthens People Leadership
The appointment strengthens the hotel’s leadership across people and culture functions, an area that remains important in hospitality operations where workforce capability directly shapes guest experience and operational consistency.
Outlook
The appointment of Sunanda Sathish strengthens Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport’s leadership team as the hotel continues to focus on talent development and associate engagement.

