Mumbai, India: Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Avani Dedhia as Marketing Communications Manager. Bringing more than 17 years of experience across marketing, communications, public relations, hospitality, and lifestyle media, Avani is set to play a key role in shaping the hotel’s brand narrative and strengthening its engagement with guests and the wider Mumbai market.
Avani Dedhia Brings 17 Years of Marketing and Communications Experience
Avani Dedhia joins Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport with an extensive background spanning luxury hospitality, lifestyle brands, and media. Over the course of her career, she has worked across several prominent organisations, including ICONIQA Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott Navi Mumbai, Absolute Hotel Services India, Tropicana Resort & Spa Alibaug, and Time Out Mumbai Magazine.
Her diverse experience across hospitality and media gives her a strong understanding of brand storytelling, public relations, and the evolving expectations of today’s travellers. Her appointment comes at a time when hotels are increasingly looking beyond traditional marketing to create stronger, more authentic connections with their audiences.
Leading Integrated Marketing and Brand Communications
In her new role at Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport, Avani will oversee the hotel’s integrated marketing and communications initiatives. Her responsibilities will include media relations, digital communications, brand strategy, and storytelling, along with strengthening the property’s overall visibility in the competitive Mumbai hospitality landscape.
She will also work closely with the hotel’s sales, food and beverage, and culinary teams to develop campaigns and communication initiatives that highlight the property’s offerings and create greater engagement among both local and visiting audiences.
A Focus on Meaningful Storytelling
Sharing her thoughts on the new role, Avani Dedhia said that Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport already has a strong brand identity and that she looks forward to taking it further.
Her approach will centre on meaningful storytelling and creating stronger relationships with guests, media, and the local community. This focus reflects the growing importance of authentic communication in hospitality, where travellers increasingly value experiences and stories that feel relevant and personal.
Leadership Welcomes Avani to the Team
Commenting on the appointment, Abhishek Sachdev, General Manager of Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport, highlighted Avani’s creative perspective and extensive communications expertise.
According to Sachdev, her experience will be valuable in strengthening the hotel’s brand presence while helping it connect with new and diverse audiences. Her expertise across marketing and public relations is expected to support the property’s broader commercial and guest-engagement objectives.
Strengthening Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport’s Market Presence
The appointment comes as Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport continues to focus on strategic talent and stronger market positioning. Located in Mumbai’s airport district, the hotel caters to a mix of corporate and leisure travellers, making effective communication and a distinctive brand presence particularly important.
With Avani Dedhia taking charge of marketing communications, the property aims to further enhance its visibility, build stronger connections with its target audiences, and showcase its hospitality offerings to travellers visiting Mumbai.
The latest leadership addition highlights the hotel’s continued investment in people and brand development as it works to reinforce its position as a preferred choice for business and leisure travellers in Mumbai’s airport district.
