Nadi, Fiji – XX May 2026 – Marriott International has announced the appointment of Regina Kumar as Market Director of Human Resources for the Marriott Fiji portfolio of hotels, effective 1 June 2026. Kumar will be based at Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort on Denarau Island.
With more than 25 years of experience across Marriott Fiji properties, Kumar brings extensive expertise in human resources leadership, workforce development and associate engagement. Her career with Marriott International has spanned operations, sales and people-focused leadership roles, providing a well-rounded understanding of the hospitality industry and the evolving needs of hotel teams across the region.
Kumar began her career in Front Office operations before progressing into Sales and later transitioning into Human Resources as Assistant Director of Human Resources at Sheraton and Westin Resorts Fiji. Most recently, she served as Director of Human Resources at Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay, where she played a key role in leading post-pandemic workforce rebuild initiatives and implementing people strategies that enhanced engagement, retention and operational performance.
In her new role, Kumar will support the Marriott Fiji portfolio across people and culture initiatives, talent development and brand alignment, while continuing to foster Fiji’s renowned spirit of hospitality across the organisation.
Natasha Rasheed, Senior Director, Human Resources, Australia, New Zealand and Pacific Islands, Marriott International, said the appointment highlighted Marriott International’s focus on recognising and advancing experienced local talent.
“Regina’s longstanding contribution to Marriott International in Fiji, combined with her strong people leadership and operational understanding, make her an invaluable addition to our regional leadership team. Her ability to build meaningful workplace culture and empower associates will continue to play an important role across our Fiji portfolio.”
Kumar said she was excited to begin the next chapter of her Marriott International career in a broader regional role.
“Having grown my career within Marriott International in Fiji, it is incredibly rewarding to take on this opportunity and continue working with such talented teams across the portfolio. I am passionate about creating supportive working environments for our associates and helping our people grow and succeed within the business,” she said.
The appointment highlights Marriott International’s continued investment in cultivating local leadership talent and strengthening its people-focused culture across the Pacific Islands region.
