Mumbai, July 2026: The JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu is pleased to announce the appointment of Ankita Thakur as Director of Marketing. A seasoned luxury hospitality marketing leader with more than a decade of experience, Ankita joins the hotel’s leadership team with a strong background in brand strategy, integrated marketing, communications, digital transformation, partnerships, and destination-led storytelling across some of the world’s most prestigious hospitality brands.
In her new role, Ankita will lead the strategic direction of marketing for JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu, overseeing brand positioning, integrated communications, public relations, digital marketing, content strategy, partnerships, and guest engagement initiatives. She will play an integral role in strengthening the hotel’s market presence, driving commercial growth, enhancing brand visibility, and creating thoughtful campaigns that reflect the spirit of JW Marriott while reinforcing the hotel’s position as one of India’s most iconic luxury hospitality destinations.
Ankita’s most recent role was with JW Marriott Maldives Kaafu Atoll Island Resort, where she served as Director of Marketing & Communications and was part of the pre-opening leadership team. In this capacity, she led the resort’s global launch strategy, brand positioning, digital marketing, strategic partnerships, and integrated communications, shaping a distinctive market presence for the brand. Her career spans an impressive portfolio of luxury hospitality and lifestyle brands, including Raffles Maldives, Huvafen Fushi Maldives, Hyatt Regency Dharamshala, FashionTV, and Hidesign India. Across these roles, Ankita has built and delivered thoughtful, brand-led strategies that elevated brand equity, deepened guest engagement, and improved business performance.
Widely recognized for her ability to shape compelling brand narratives and deliver high-impact marketing campaigns, Ankita has been named among the Top 25 Stars in Marketing & Communications across Asia, the Middle East, and Africa in both 2021 and 2024. Her expertise spans luxury brand marketing, integrated communications, digital strategy, media and influencer engagement, destination positioning, and meaningful storytelling that brings brands closer to their audiences.
With her appointment, JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu continues to build on its legacy of warm hospitality, mindful experiences, and meaningful guest connections, further strengthening its place as a leading destination for luxury stays, dining, celebrations, and memorable experiences in Mumbai.
About JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts
JW Marriott is part of Marriott International’s luxury portfolio of brands and consists of beautiful properties and distinctive resort locations around the world. Inspired by the principles of mindfulness, JW Marriott is a haven designed to allow guests to focus on feeling whole—present in mind, nourished in body, and revitalized in spirit—through programs and offerings that encourage them to come together and experience every moment to the fullest. Today there are more than 100 JW Marriott hotels in over 30 countries and territories worldwide that cater to sophisticated, mindful travelers who come seeking experiences that help them be fully present, foster meaningful connections, and feed the soul. Visit JW Marriott online and on Instagram and Facebook. JW Marriott is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy, the global travel program from Marriott International. The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments, and unparalleled benefits, including free nights and Elite status recognition. To enroll for free or for more information about the program, visit MarriottBonvoy.marriott.com.
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