By BW Hotelier
MANISH TOLANI has been appointed as Area Director of Sales & Marketing ’ South Asia at Marriott International Inc. With the Marriott since 2003, Tolani brings to the table a decade of experience within the hospitality sector having served at multiple designations. In his new role, he will be leading and overseeing the Sales and Marketing portfolio for the existing 29 Marriott Hotels across India, along with developing core strategies for the upcoming properties across Asia Pacific. He will be part of the core team working on achieving marketing and sales operational objectives, recommendations to strategic plans & reviews and completing action plans, all the while ensuring productivity, quality and customer-service standards.
In his last stint, Tolani was the General Manager of the Courtyard by Marriott Pune, Hinjewadi. Graduating from IIHM Aurangabad in 2001, Tolani began his career with the Oberoi Hotels & Resorts. Moving on to the Marriott, his first assignment was with the JW Marriott Mumbai in April 2003 as Assistant Sales Manager. A resolute goal driver backed with a reputation of consistent performance, Manish has been appreciated and recognized for his Special Achievements as leader Sales & Marketing across Asia Pac in 2010, 2011 and 2012.
When not at work, Tolani unwinds with family and friends. An extrovert by nature, he enjoys the outdoors, and is a great adventure travel buff. Tolani will henceforth be operating from the Marriott Area Office, Headquartered in Mumbai.
