Hi, I’m Lumanti Shakya, a hospitality, travel and brand experience professional currently based in Paris. I craft compelling brand identities and sustainable experiences for luxury hospitality and travel clients, blending design, storytelling and digital marketing with a hands-on, collaborative approach. With roots as founder of a Nepal-based jewelry brand and leadership roles across agencies, I lead creative direction, content strategy and client relationships, delivering measurable growth and memorable experiences across Nepal, France, and beyond. I am passionate about people, cultures, and personalized experiences.

Lumanti Shakya

Hi, I’m Lumanti Shakya, a hospitality, travel and brand experience professional currently based in Paris. I craft compelling brand identities and sustainable experiences for luxury hospitality and travel clients, blending design, storytelling and digital marketing with a hands-on, collaborative approach. With roots as founder of a Nepal-based jewelry brand and leadership roles across agencies, I lead creative direction, content strategy and client relationships, delivering measurable growth and memorable experiences across Nepal, France, and beyond. I am passionate about people, cultures, and personalized experiences.

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Hi, I’m Lumanti Shakya, a hospitality, travel and brand experience professional currently based in Paris. I craft compelling brand identities and sustainable experiences for luxury hospitality and travel clients, blending design, storytelling and digital marketing with a hands-on, collaborative approach.

With roots as founder of a Nepal-based jewelry brand and leadership roles across agencies, I lead creative direction, content strategy and client relationships, delivering measurable growth and memorable experiences across Nepal, France, and beyond. I am passionate about people, cultures, and personalized experiences.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Nepali
Fluent
Dutch
Beginner

Work Experience

Head of Digital Marketing at Presence (Nepal)
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2023
Led the digital marketing team and defined the creative vision for all brands and campaigns, including Nepal Tourism Board, Aloft Hotel, and Miss Universe Nepal, and managed broader PR and social media initiatives across Nepal’s tourism and hospitality sector.
Founder/ Partner at Maison Arteiler
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2025
Provided strategic creative direction for the development and oversight of the brand’s visual identity and branding strategy across all digital platforms, especially Instagram and the website. Also the Creative Lead for the design and execution of the Terrace Resort Coffee Table Book.
Event Marketing Lead at Himalayan Travel Mart
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Drove client acquisition and brand awareness through tailored digital marketing solutions for hospitality-focused clients during the Himalayan Travel Mart 2017, a B2B international travel & tourism event.
Head of Marketing at Himalayan Travel Mart
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017
Oversaw planning, promotion, public relations, event organization, distribution, sponsorship, and research for Himalayan Travel Mart 2017, Nepal’s first ever B2B International Travel & Tourism Event.
Marketing Professional at Luxury Hotels & International Companies
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2014
Marketing roles across luxury hotel brands and international companies, focusing on brand growth, guest experience, and cross-cultural market development.
Founder/ Curator at Maison Arteiler
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2012
Maison Arteiler is a collection of centrally located boutique accommodations blending handcrafted luxury with a Nepalese lifestyle. Built with creativity and artistry, each accommodation is carefully curated with style and soul to showcase local Nepali art and crafts, providing a platform for emerging artists and uplifting the local community. As founder and curator, I lead the project from concept and design to execution, while cultivating meaningful immersive guest experiences.

Education

Bachelor of Management in Hospitality and Tourism at Vatel Hotel & Tourism Business School
March 31, 2009 - January 6, 2012
Bachelor of Management in Hospitality and Tourism at VATEL Hotel & Tourism Business School, Kathmandu, Nepal
January 11, 2030 - January 6, 2026

Qualifications

Authorized to work in France
January 11, 2030 - January 6, 2026

Industry Experience

Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Education, Other