Courtyard by Marriott Shillong Announces New General Manager

Courtyard by Marriott Shillong Appoints Sharoni Sharma as General Manager

By SOH Edit Team
Business| 5 March 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Shillong has announced the appointment of Sharoni Sharma as its new General Manager, marking a strategic leadership addition at the only internationally branded hotel in Meghalaya’s capital.

 

With over 15 years of experience across luxury and upscale hospitality brands in India, Sharma brings a strong track record in operational excellence, strategic leadership, and people-first management. Her career spans senior leadership roles at The Leela Palace Jaipur, The Roseate, JW Marriott Hotel Bengaluru, and The Westin Goa.

 

Throughout her professional journey, Sharma has been recognised for driving operational efficiencies, elevating guest satisfaction benchmarks, and building high-performing teams.

Sharoni Sharma, General Manager, Courtyard by Marriott Shillong.

Strategic Focus at Courtyard Shillong

In her new role, Sharma will focus on strengthening the hotel’s positioning as a preferred destination for business, leisure, and social events in Northeast India. Her leadership agenda is anchored around three key pillars:

 

  • Guest-Centric Innovation: Enhancing personalized experiences that reflect the warmth and culture of Meghalaya.
  • Operational Excellence: Driving performance across rooms, food & beverage, and events, with a strong focus on revenue growth and brand compliance.
  • People & Culture: Building an empowered associate environment rooted in engagement, growth, and service passion.

Driving Sustainable Growth

Sharoni Sharma’s diverse operational expertise and people-centric leadership style are expected to further strengthen the hotel’s market positioning, elevate guest experiences, and deliver sustainable growth across all key segments.

 

Commenting on her appointment, Sharma said: “To lead Courtyard by Marriott Shillong is not just a professional opportunity for me, but a deeply meaningful one. This hotel represents pride for the region, and I look forward to working with our passionate team to create experiences that are personal, thoughtful, and truly memorable for every guest.”

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