Shweta Jain appointed as Chief Marketing and Sales Officer at The Leela Hotels and Resorts

The Leela Palaces, Hotels, and Resorts has announced the appointment of Shweta Jain as the new Chief Marketing and Sales Officer.

A seasoned professional and dynamic brand visionary, Shweta brings with her a wealth of experience, having spearheaded South Asia’s luxury lifestyle evolution across various industries, including Spirits, Consumer Packaged Goods, Wellness, Media, and Communications.

Shweta Jain, in her last role as Chief Business Development Officer at Diageo India, crafted transformative strategies that drove long-term double-digit premiumization growth. A seasoned commercial and marketing leader, she has a proven track record of driving bold initiatives, fostering innovative experiential platforms, and enhancing value growth. Her notable achievements include leading omnichannel experiences for Johnnie Walker, forging strategic partnerships for Singleton and Nicobar, launching Don Julio in India, and introducing sustainability-focused luxury brands like Godawan.

Prestigious honors like “The Whisky Magazine Scotch Whisky Icon of the Year,” “Keeper of the Quaich 2022” for her exceptional contribution to the global growth of Scotch Whisky, and inclusion in Black Book’s “Top Luxury Leaders in India” further highlight Shweta’s widespread recognition.

“We are thrilled to welcome Shweta Jain to The Leela family,” stated Anuraag Bhatnagar, Chief Executive Officer of The Leela Palaces, Hotels, and Resorts. Her vast knowledge of managing luxury brands and her outstanding leadership qualities will be crucial in guiding The Leela’s marketing and sales plans. Her knowledge will improve the brand’s perception among all of our interested parties. With Shweta’s outstanding strategic contribution, we are excited for The Leela’s extraordinary growth and journey.”

“I am really thrilled to be a part of The Leela Palaces, Hotels, and Resorts,” said Shweta Jain, Chief Marketing and Sales Officer of The Leela Palaces, Hotels, and Resorts. Working with a team that is passionate about innovating and pushing the boundaries of luxury, premiumization, and inclusivity in all categories excites me. I want to use my intense enthusiasm for creativity, business acumen, and embracing technological breakthroughs to mold the culture at The Leela. With this new position, I hope to improve the brand experience for all of our stakeholders, which excites me.”

Shweta studied luxury strategy for emerging markets at HEC Paris and holds an MBA with a major in marketing from IMS-DAVV University, Indore. She is actively involved in mentoring startup founders, management students, and various platforms and institutions by sharing her insights. In the fast-paced Indian market, she has also written papers on DEI and growth strategies for the super-premium luxury category.

In addition to her accomplishments in the workplace and in school, Shweta likes to travel and cook for her family.