Kochi, India [15^th June 2026] – Courtyard by Marriott Kochi Infopark is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Vivek Sudanthirapandian as its new General Manager.

A seasoned hospitality professional with nearly two decades of industry experience, Vivek brings a unique blend of commercial acumen and operational leadership to the role. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a proven ability to drive business performance, elevate guest experiences and build high-performing teams across diverse hotel environments.

Prior to joining Courtyard by Marriott Kochi Infopark, Vivek served as General Manager at Mercure Chennai Sriperumbudur and before this, he held several senior leadership positions within Accor, including Complex Director of Operations and Cluster Director of Sales & Marketing, overseeing multi-property portfolios across Chennai. Prior to Accor, his formative years were with The Park Hotels, ITC and Marriott International across the Aloft and Le Méridien brands.

Recognized for his strategic mindset and collaborative leadership style, Vivek has extensive expertise spanning hotel operations, sales, revenue management, commercial strategy, stakeholder engagement and operational excellence.

“I am delighted to join the team at Courtyard by Marriott Kochi Infopark during such an exciting phase of its journey. The hotel has established a strong presence in one of Kerala’s most dynamic business destinations and I look forward to working alongside our talented associates to create memorable guest experiences, strengthen our relationships with the local community and build on the hotel’s continued success.”

Vivek Sudanthirapandia

Courtyard by Marriott Kochi Infopark features 218 contemporary guestrooms and suites, versatile meeting and event spaces, thoughtfully curated dining experiences, and signature wellness facilities, serving both business and leisure travelers in the heart of Kochi’s thriving IT corridor.