Bengaluru, March 8, 2025 – In honor of International Women’s Day, Hilton and Hilton Garden Inn Bengaluru Embassy Manyata Business Park, along with Hilton Bangalore Embassy GolfLinks, hosted ‘Trishul: Power of Three’—a compelling fireside chat celebrating women in leadership. Held on March 5th, the event also marked the hotel’s third anniversary, bringing together trailblazing women from hospitality and beyond for an afternoon of powerful conversations.
Under Hilton’s Shakti initiative, which champions women’s empowerment in hospitality, ‘Trishul: Power of Three’ focused on the three key leadership pillars: Strength, Growth, and Legacy. The event featured a stellar lineup of women leaders, each driving impact in their respective fields. Sahar Mansoor, CEO of Bare Necessities, a sustainability advocate and social entrepreneur, shared insights on sustainable living and leadership. The hospitality industry was well represented by Bavani Srinu, Cluster Director of Marketing, Hilton & Hilton Garden Inn Manyata & Hilton Embassy Golf Links, an expert in branding and marketing; Payal Joshi, Rooms Division Manager, DoubleTree by Hilton Whitefield, who provided valuable perspectives on operations and guest experience; and Misbah Nisar, Executive Housekeeper, Conrad Bengaluru, known for her expertise in hospitality leadership and service excellence. The conversation also included Wanita Ashok, Fit India Ambassador, promoting health and wellness; Prachi Mahapatro, Marketing & Communication Head at Logic and Online Instruments, offering a technology-driven outlook on leadership; and Nidhi Nahata, Founder of Justbe by Nidhi Nahata and a lifestyle coach, who emphasized plant-based living and holistic well-being. Moderated by Ruth D’Souza, Independent Journalist, Author, and Content Developer, the fireside chat moved beyond traditional Q&A formats, adopting a TED Talk-style discussion focused on breaking barriers, fostering empowerment, and redefining leadership.
The event held on March 5th, was a tribute to International Women’s Day, recognizing and celebrating the contributions of women in hospitality and beyond. Hilton Garden Inn Bengaluru also honored its women workforce, reaffirming its commitment to creating inclusive workplaces where women can lead, innovate, and thrive.
“‘Trishul: Power of Three’ is a reflection of our dedication to empowering women in leadership. As we celebrate our third anniversary, we also recognize the invaluable contributions of women in
shaping the future of hospitality. Through initiatives like Shakti, we continue to drive positive change, fostering a culture of inclusion, innovation, and progress.” said Manish Garg, General Manager, Hilton & Hilton Garden Inn Bengaluru Embassy Manyata Business Park.
The event concluded with an interactive Q&A session and networking opportunity, allowing media, influencers, and attendees to engage with the panelists and foster meaningful connections.
