The Ritz-Carlton Pune announces elevation of key leaders across departments

The Ritz-Carlton Pune has announced the elevation of three dynamic professionals into strategic leadership roles across Marketing, Human Resources, and Operations

These appointments underscore the hotel’s commitment to nurturing in-house talent and fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.

Henna Punjabi – Multi-Property Director of Marketing

Henna Punjabi has been elevated to the role of Multi-Property Director of Marketing, overseeing the branding and communications strategies for both The Ritz-Carlton, Pune and Marriott Suites Pune. With close to two years in the Pune cluster and nearly a decade of experience in the hospitality and media industry, Henna’s career has spanned renowned names including InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, The Oberoi Group, Times of India, and Marriott International. Her sharp acumen in storytelling and her ability to harness digital platforms have helped shape compelling brand narratives across multiple touchpoints.

In her new role, Henna will be responsible for building brand equity through strategic marketing, digital innovation, and public relations while driving visibility for the hotels’ acclaimed restaurants, wellness experiences, and luxury offerings. Her focus remains on blending brand legacy with contemporary storytelling, ensuring every campaign resonates with guests and reflects The Ritz-Carlton’s ethos of elegance and excellence.

Holding a Communications degree and an MBA in Media Management, Henna brings a strong academic foundation to her role, which she balances with creativity, leadership, and a hands-on approach to execution. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, city explorations, and curating musical soundscapes.

Asmita Deshpande – Human Resources & Training Manager

Asmita Deshpande has transitioned into the role of Human Resources & Training Manager at The Ritz-Carlton, Pune after a successful tenure of two years as Learning and Development Manager. A veteran in the hospitality learning domain with over 13 years of experience, Asmita has a track record of designing impactful programs that drive employee engagement, retention, and performance.

Prior to joining The Ritz-Carlton, Pune, she held a key leadership role at Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Nashik, where she was instrumental in curating tailored training initiatives that empowered teams and led to operational excellence. At The Ritz-Carlton, Pune, she will now lead the dual portfolio of Human Resources and Training, focusing on developing holistic strategies that not only address talent development but also strengthen the hotel’s people-first culture.

Her role includes conducting organization-wide training needs assessments, developing leadership pipelines, and collaborating closely with departmental heads to align team growth with hotel objectives. She holds a Master’s degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management and is deeply committed to modern learning methodologies, employee wellbeing, and inclusive growth.

Jui Manjre – Front Office Manager

Jui Manjre has been appointed as Front Office Manager at The Ritz-Carlton, Pune, taking charge of one of the most pivotal departments in delivering the signature Ritz-Carlton guest experience. With a deep-rooted passion for guest relations and a career built around operational excellence, Jui steps into this role with a strong foundation in luxury service standards, team leadership, and personalized hospitality.