Pune, May 2025: The Ritz-Carlton, Pune is delighted to announce the appointment of Dimple Bhatt as Director of Spa, overseeing all wellness, spa, and athletic club operations at the iconic luxury property. With a decade of progressive experience in wellness hospitality and an unwavering commitment to guest satisfaction, Dimple brings with her a wealth of industry knowledge and a strong track record in luxury spa management.

Dimple joins The Ritz-Carlton, Pune from The St. Regis Mumbai, where she served as Spa Manager and was instrumental in driving spa profitability, curating bespoke wellness journeys, and delivering a consistently exceptional guest experience. Under her leadership, the spa at The St. Regis Mumbai achieved significant revenue growth through innovative wellness programming, strategic marketing initiatives, and operational excellence.

Her career has spanned some of the most esteemed hospitality brands including JW Marriott Mussoorie, Holiday Inn Mumbai, and Radisson Blu Pune, where she held key roles across spa operations, training, and team development. Notably, she has been credited with increasing spa revenue by over 50% in prior roles by leveraging personalised guest engagement and targeted upselling strategies.

In her new role at The Ritz-Carlton, Pune, Dimple will lead the Spa and The Athletic Club, focusing on elevating wellness experiences through innovation, sustainability, and exceptional service standards. She will be responsible for developing holistic wellness journeys that reflect The Ritz-Carlton brand’s commitment to luxury, mindfulness, and transformative hospitality.

A graduate of the Management Development Institute of Singapore, Dimple holds a BSc (Hons) in International Tourism, Hospitality and Events Management. Her strengths lie in strategic thinking, team leadership, stakeholder engagement, and curating wellness initiatives that resonate with modern luxury travellers.

Passionate about exploring the world and its diverse cultures through global cuisine and insightful reading, Dimple brings both a worldly perspective and a deeply personal touch to her work. Known for her hands-on leadership style and people-first mindset, she believes that true wellness stems from meaningful connections, personalised care, and purposeful hospitality.

Her appointment marks an inspiring new chapter for wellness at The Ritz-Carlton, Pune — one defined by passion, innovation, and a vision for nurturing the mind, body, and spirit.

Bengaluru, Nov — JW Marriott Bengaluru Prestige Golfshire Resort & Spa announces the appointment of Ary Kusumaningrum as the Director of Spa and Recreation. Kusumaningrum's addition to the resort's team brings a new dimension of wellness and recreation to this luxurious establishment, as she brings with her a wealth of expertise and a distinguished career in the spa and wellness industry.

Kusumaningrum's journey in the wellness field has been marked by her founding of the Qi Wellness Naturopathic Program, where she championed ancient and traditional treatments that complement modern medical practices. She boasts a diverse skill set, encompassing specialized modalities like Acupuncture, Cupping, Acupressure, Aura Purification, Massotherapy, and Forgiveness Therapy, to name a few.

These therapies have garnered acclaim for their holistic approach to well-being, embodying the essence of rejuvenation.

In her most recent role as the Director of Spa & Recreation at Spa by L’Occitane at the Westin Surabaya, Kusumaningrum showcased her remarkable capabilities by overseeing revenues, ensuring unparalleled guest satisfaction, and maintaining the highest standards of spa service. Her dedication to excellence and her ability to create a haven of relaxation for guests have earned her prestigious accolades.

Mr. Ronan Fearon, General Manager of JW Marriott Bengaluru Prestige Golfshire Resort, extended a warm and heartfelt welcome, stating, "We are delighted to welcome Ms. Ary Kusumaningrum to our distinguished team. Her remarkable achievements in the wellness domain and her unwavering commitment to enhancing the spa experience resonate perfectly with the pillars of JW Marriott Bengaluru Prestige Golfshire Resort, including mindfulness and rejuvenation. With Ary leading our spa and recreation offerings, we are confident that our guests will experience an unparalleled sense of relaxation and revitalization.

As Ary Kusumaningrum takes the reins of Spa and Recreation at JW Marriott Bengaluru Prestige Golfshire Resort, her expertise promises to elevate the well-being of the resort's valued guests to new heights.