Ojas A. Vagal, a seasoned professional with over 19 years of experience in human resources management, learning and development, and hotel operations, has been appointed as the Multi-Property Director of Human Resources at Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Center, Marriott Executive Apartments Bengaluru UB City, and The Artiste Kochi – A Tribute Portfolio Hotel. In his new role, Ojas will leverage his strategic insight and people-centric leadership to oversee the full spectrum of HR and talent development functions across these three prestigious properties.
Prior to this appointment, Ojas served as the Director of Human Resources at The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore. He also held the position of Assistant Director of People & Culture at Four Seasons Hotel Bengaluru at Embassy ONE. During his tenure at these luxury hospitality brands, Ojas led significant initiatives in recruitment, performance management, succession planning, employee engagement, training, and policy development.
His strong interpersonal skills, creative thinking, and ability to nurture high-performing teams have earned him a reputation as a transformative leader in the sector. In his new capacity, Ojas will provide strategic leadership in key areas such as compensation management, training and development, staff relations, and retention strategies across Marriott’s multi-property cluster.
Sanjay Gupta, the Multi-property General Manager, expressed his enthusiasm about Ojas joining the team, stating, “We are delighted to welcome Ojas to this multi-property leadership role. His extensive background in luxury hospitality, deep-rooted understanding of people practices, and unwavering commitment to associate development make him a valuable asset to our team. I am confident that under his stewardship, our HR function will continue to evolve and empower our people to deliver exceptional guest experiences.”
Marriott International, Inc., based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, operates and franchises a portfolio of nearly 8,900 properties across more than 30 leading brands in 141 countries and territories. The company is renowned for its Marriott Bonvoy®, a highly awarded travel program that enriches the travel experience for its members.
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