Club Mahindra Leads with Inclusion: Acacia Palms in Goa Now Run Entirely by Women

In a bold move redefining leadership in the hospitality industry, Club Mahindra has turned its Acacia Palms resort in Goa into an all-women-run property, a first across its entire portfolio. This landmark shift isn't just a headline, it's a meaningful push toward gender equality and true inclusion at the workplace.

From the front desk to security, from engineering to food production, every department is led by women. Many of these roles, especially in technical and operational areas which were once male-dominated, are now being filled by women. Women are not only stepping into these spaces, they’re owning them.

More Than Jobs—It’s a Movement

This initiative is more than a staffing decision. It’s an opportunity for women to build skills, grow confidence, and pursue careers they may never have imagined possible. For many on the Acacia Palms team, this marks their first role in fields like maintenance, security, or engineering—proof that capability isn't about gender, it's about opportunity.

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Club Mahindra is also collaborating with local women entrepreneurs and artisans, bringing their crafts and services into the resort experience. This not only boosts the local economy, but also roots the resort more deeply in the Goan community. It’s a win-win: guests enjoy rich, local experiences while supporting sustainable and inclusive growth.

Leading by Example

“We are thrilled to announce that our Acacia Palms Resort is now an all-women-staff property,” said Manoj Bhat, MD & CEO of Mahindra Holidays. “It’s a true reflection of our commitment to gender diversity and empowerment.”

“True inclusion goes beyond intent,” added Tanvi Choksi, CHRO. “We’re building an ecosystem where women can thrive—even in roles where they’ve been underrepresented for years.”

A New Standard for the Industry

The Acacia Palms transformation isn't just a milestone for Mahindra Holidays, it’s a blueprint for the future of hospitality. In an industry that often relies on tradition, Club Mahindra is showing how breaking stereotypes can create better teams, better service, and a more inclusive world.

This isn’t just a resort, it’s a movement. One that says women belong everywhere, especially at the top.