Goa, 12 November 2026: JW Marriott Goa is pleased to announce the appointment of Akhilesh Kumar Singh as the Director of Services. With over 19 years of industry experience, Akhilesh is a seasoned veteran in hotel housekeeping operations, bringing a wealth of expertise and a proven track record of excellence to his new role.
His tenure includes extensive experience with renowned hospitality brands, including The Oberoi Group, Marriott International and Accor, with associations across The Oberoi, Trident Hotels, Marriott Hotels, Resorts & Suites, Renaissance Hotels, The Westin and Novotel. His leadership is marked by a commitment to high standards of cleanliness and guest satisfaction, with a focus on developing talent within the department. Akhilesh’s operational expertise includes resource management, team development and maintaining high standards of guest care.
At JW Marriott Goa, Akhilesh will lead the Housekeeping department while driving service excellence across touchpoints that shape the guest journey. He will be responsible for enhancing operational efficiencies, strengthening quality assurance practices, championing sustainability initiatives and fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation within the team. His collaborative leadership approach and attention to detail will play a key role in delivering the exceptional standards of luxury hospitality synonymous with the JW Marriott brand.
Throughout his career, Akhilesh has demonstrated an ability to elevate operational performance while creating memorable guest experiences. He has successfully led large-scale teams and implemented impactful guest service enhancement initiatives for the hotel. Recognized for his commitment to excellence, he was honored with the Manager of the Year Award in 2022, reflecting his dedication to operational leadership, team engagement and guest satisfaction.
In his leisure time, Akhilesh enjoys watching cricket, cooking for his family and exploring new dining experiences.
