Pavan Desai

Pavan Desai is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the hospitality and business development sectors. Serving as Zonal Manager at MakeMyTrip since October 2014, Pavan drives business growth and profitability in the Rest of Karnataka region while assisting hotel partners to optimize revenue. Previously, Pavan held roles such as Training Manager and Business Development Manager, focusing on functional training for hotel supply teams and expanding brand awareness in Tier 3 cities, respectively. Prior experience includes a Sales Consultant position at eZeeCloud Info Services, where Pavan successfully established new markets and increased bookings significantly. Pavan's career began with a Market Research Intern role at Business Development Bureau (India) Private Limited, conducting analyses on brand perception in the pumps industry. Educational qualifications include an MBA in Marketing from ICFAI Business School and a BCA in Computer Science from Karnataka University.