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Mr. Gaurav Shetty is a visionary leader at the helm of MRG Group, one of India’s foremost conglomerates in hospitality and real estate. With over 10 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Gaurav has been instrumental in expanding the group’s portfolio, exploring new markets, and setting new benchmarks for excellence.
An alumnus of the renowned Swiss Hotel Management School, Gaurav seamlessly blends international education with a deep understanding of the ever-evolving Indian hospitality landscape. His career began in prestigious hotels both domestically and internationally, where he gained invaluable hands-on experience in hotel operations and management. Motivated by his father, Dr. K. Prakash Shetty, the founder of MRG Group, Gaurav took the reins as Managing Director, carrying forward his family’s legacy with remarkable success.
Under his stewardship, MRG Group has grown into an industry powerhouse, featuring luxury hotels and an array of fine-dining restaurants. Key properties include the Courtyard by Marriott Hebbal, DoubleTree by Hilton Goa, and the Marriott Navi Mumbai. Gaurav’s vision extends to upcoming high-profile projects, including Goldfinch Goa, Marriott Resort & Spa in Chikkamagaluru, JW Marriott Resort, Spa & Residential in Sakleshpur, Tribute in Mangalore & Goldfinch Retreat in Mangalore and Westin Bangalore – each set to redefine the industry in the years ahead.
Gaurav’s influence also extends into real estate, where he plays a pivotal role under MRG Group. His focus on land banking, residential development, and commercial projects underscores his commitment to shaping India’s skyline. An ambitious initiative under the MRG Group umbrella is Goldfinch City in Mangalore, which will become one of the largest mixed-use developments in the region, encompassing Mall, Hotel, Restaurants, IT Parks, International School, Luxury Residences, Convention Halls, Hospitals, Co-living, Sports Arena, and much more.
Gaurav’s achievements have been widely acknowledged, earning him prestigious accolades, including the Young Indian Entrepreneur Award by Asia One Magazine and the International Service Excellence Award by the Customer Service Institute of Australia—recognitions that affirm his dedication to innovation, quality, and service excellence.
Inspirations and Vision
Gaurav Shetty draws profound inspiration from his father’s commitment to service and strives to create a brand synonymous with luxury, sophistication, and positive community impact. His leadership philosophy is rooted in fostering a supportive organizational culture and nurturing talent within his teams. His vision, mission, and success is the unwavering dedication to quality, social responsibility, employee engagement and most importantly adding more headcounts to MRG family.
This goal aligns with his passion for philanthropy, as evidenced by community initiatives such as Ahara, a program that provides meals from our signature fine dining restaurant “Sanadige” to the underprivileged every Thursday. “Neravu” – a family initiative under the banner of “Asha Prakash Shetty Sahaya Hastha Yojane”. This charitable drive has impacted the lives of people from all walks of life contributing to steadfast dedication to societal upliftment since 2019.
Personal Information
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Gaurav enjoys a well-rounded personal life. A devoted family man, he values quality time with his loved ones and upholds a healthy work-life balance. His interests reflect his refined tastes and dynamic lifestyle. Gaurav is a passionate collector of over 372 pairs of stylish sneakers, formal and sports shoes from global brands, and boasts an impressive collection of luxury watches, including Rolex and Patek Philippe and Jacob & Co and far more brands. His fleet of luxury cars featuring models such as the Rolls-Royce, Lamborghini’s, Bentley’s, BMW’s, Mercedes Benz, Range Rover, and Porsche, Jaguar exemplifies his penchant for excellence and elegance.
In addition to his hobbies, Gaurav maintains a disciplined workout routine three times a week and enjoys exploring new cafes and fine dining restaurants. He also cherishes long drives and “grab-and-go” cafes, while his love for travel takes him to destinations such as London, Dubai, Geneva, Switzerland, Italy, New Zealand, Europe and more such interesting places.
As he continues to elevate MRG Group to new heights, his focus remains on delivering exceptional experiences, and making a meaningful impact on society. With an eye on global collaborations and an unyielding drive for excellence, Gaurav Shetty is undoubtedly one of the most promising leaders in the hospitality and real estate industries today.
