MRG Group has announced the appointment of Sujata Gowda as its new Group General Manager of Marketing & Communications. This strategic hire comes as the Bengaluru-headquartered hospitality and real estate major prepares for a significant year of expansion and dynamic growth.

A Veteran with Cross-Industry Expertise

Sujata Gowda brings over 19 years of distinguished experience to the role, with a career that spans several competitive sectors, including:

Hospitality: Previous roles with global giants such as Taj Hotels, InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), and Marriott International.
Aviation: Experience with Sahara Airlines and Kingfisher Airlines.
Media & Digital: Most recently served as the Regional Head of Brand & Partnership at Times Internet Limited, where she managed high-impact collaborations, including the Times Group’s co-branded card with ICICI Bank.

Core Focus and Strategic Role

In her new capacity at MRG Group, Gowda will be responsible for driving brand growth, strategic communication, and market reach. Her expertise covers a broad spectrum, including:

Brand building and innovative marketing strategies.
Media planning and corporate communications.
Digital presence and website management.
Fostering collaborations across the group's diverse portfolio.

Leadership Perspective

Upon her appointment, Sujata Gowda expressed her enthusiasm for the group's trajectory:

"Marketing and communication in today’s day and age is a pivotal role. I couldn’t have joined MRG Group at a better time, as this is going to be the year of expansion, dynamic changes, and accelerated growth. I am extremely excited to collate my 19 years of expertise with fostering collaborations with existing teams."

The appointment is seen as a key move for MRG Group as it looks to strengthen its brand presence in major hubs like Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru, where Gowda has previously led successful pre-opening hotel projects.