Judge’s Profile
Melissa Sandhu
Deputy General Manager, Marketing & Communications
Desaru Coast
Melissa has over 17 years of experience in leading communications and marketing from across diverse industries ranging from hospitality to property, IT, transportation, advertising and banking. A brand builder and natural communicator, Melissa is constantly inspired by people, innovation and new ideas. Her true passion lies however in moulding these very pillars into success stories that drive business results.
As Deputy General Manager of Marketing & Communications, Melissa oversees all aspects of branding, marketing and communications at Desaru Coast, an integrated destination resort with a portfolio of globally renowned hotels and resorts namely Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast, The Westin Desaru Coast Resort, Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas and One&Only Desaru Coast.
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