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The Leadership Team

ABOUT MRG GROUP

Founded by Dr. K Prakash Shetty in 1993, MRG Group has become a significant player in India’s real estate and hospitality sectors. The group’s name reflects a personal touch, incorporating the initials of Mr. Shetty’s family members: M for Madhava (his father), R for Rathna (his mother), and G for Gaurav (his son). This symbolizes his deep personal commitment to every endeavour, transcending mere business.

Today, MRG Group is synonymous with leading and reputable builders and developers across South India, boasting substantial land banks under its control. The company has pioneered numerous landmark developments and introduced luxurious lifestyle infrastructure to the region.

Under the leadership of Mr. Shetty and his son, Gaurav Shetty, who serves as the Managing Director, MRG Group has grown into a diversified conglomerate spanning real estate, hospitality, construction, infrastructure, and more. In addition to its flagship brand, Goldfinch Hotels & Resorts, MRG Group owns The DoubleTree by Hilton Goa Panaji, Courtyard by Marriott Hebbal Bengaluru, and Navi Mumbai Marriott. The group also operates Sana-di-ge, a fine dining chain specializing in coastal cuisine. MRG Group aims to expand its hospitality portfolio to 20 hotels by 2030.

THE LEADERSHIP TEAM

DR-K-PRAKASH-SHETTY
Dr. K Prakash Shetty

Founder & Chairman

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MR. GAURAV SHETTY

Managing Director

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MR. NARAHARI RAO

Chief Finance Officer

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MR. VIJAY BHAT

Executive Director

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MR. MUNIRAJ

VP- Projects & Procurements

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MR. AKSHAY SHETTY

Group General Manager-Hospitality

Sowmya
Ms. Sowmyashree Thonse

Group General Manager-HR

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MR. SHASHI KUMAR

Group General Manager-Finance

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Mr. Vinay Bidappa

Corporate–Chief Security Officer

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Ms. Sandhya Nair

Deputy General Manager - Marketing & Communications

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Mr. Prasanna Gowda

General Manager - Finance