Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2023: Fireside chat explores challenges, opportunities for tourism industry

The Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2023, held at Bandos Maldives on October 19, 2023, was a platform for resort managers, industry experts, and government officials to exchange insights and ideas on the current trends, challenges, and opportunities in the Maldives’ tourism and hospitality industry. One of the highlights of the event was a fireside chat […]

Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2023: Panellists explore leveraging tech for tourism business operations

Technology is a key driver of business success in the hospitality industry, as it can enhance operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and competitive advantage. However, adopting and managing new technologies also poses significant challenges and opportunities for hoteliers and travel agents. How can they navigate the digital transformation and disruption in their sector? What are some […]

Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2023: Industry leaders discuss how sustainable practices can drive tourism business success

On October 19, the Hotelier Maldives General Managers (GM) Forum 2023 hosted a panel discussion on the topic of ‘How Sustainable Practices Drive Business Success in the Tourism Industry’ at the Bandos Maldives resort. The panel discussion was moderated by Ibrahim Nasreen, Chief Commercial Officer at Public Service Media (PSM), and featured three panellists from […]

Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2023: Experts discuss strategies to respond to changing economic, tourism dynamics

The Hotelier Maldives General Managers (GM) Forum 2023, held at Bandos Maldives resort on October 19, 2023, brought together leading experts and practitioners from the tourism industry. The forum featured a panel discussion titled, “Streamlining Business to Respond to the Changing Economic and Tourism Landscape”, moderated by Hassan Saeed, Resort Manager of Dhigali Maldives, and […]

Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2023: Dr Simad Saeed highlights tourism net zero transformation

Dr Simad Saeed, Managing Director of CDE Consulting, delivered a presentation at the Hotelier Maldives General Managers (GM) Forum 2023, which was held at Bandos Maldives resort on October 19. The presentation was titled, ‘Tourism Net Zero Emissions Transformation’, and it highlighted the current situation, challenges and opportunities for Maldives to reduce its greenhouse gas […]

Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2023: Swimsol highlights energy transition in Maldives’ tourism industry

On October 19, Martin Putschek, the Managing Director of Swimsol, delivered a presentation at the Hotelier Maldives General Managers (GM) Forum 2023, which was held at Bandos Maldives resort. The presentation focused on how Swimsol’s innovative solar solutions can help the Maldivian resorts reduce their dependence on diesel and lower their carbon footprint, while saving […]

Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2023: Grundfos, Far Horizon showcase energy optimisation solutions for ‘Energising Tomorrow’

The Hotelier Maldives General Managers (GM) Forum 2023, held at Bandos Maldives resort on October 19, 2023, was a platform for the hospitality industry leaders and experts to share their insights and experiences on the latest trends and challenges in the sector. Among the speakers at the event were Eedham Rasheed, Executive Director at Islanders […]

Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2023: Ooredoo showcases vision of ‘Powering the Future’

Ooredoo Maldives, the leading telecommunications service provider in the country, participated in the Hotelier Maldives General Managers (GM) Forum 2023, which was held at Bandos Maldives resort on October 19. The GM Forum is an annual gathering of the top executives and decision-makers of the hospitality industry in the Maldives, where they discuss the latest […]

Hotelier Maldives Awards: Celebrating excellence in hospitality

Hotelier Maldives, the leading publication for hospitality professionals in the country, has launched a new initiative to honour the best of the best in the Maldives’ tourism industry: the Hotelier Maldives Awards. The awards were unveiled at the Hotelier Maldives General Managers (GM) Forum 2023, which took place at Bandos Maldives on October 19. The […]

Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2023: Atmosphere Core shares sustainability success story

Atmosphere Core, a leading hospitality group in the Indian Ocean, showcased its sustainability achievements and initiatives at the Hotelier Maldives General Managers (GM) Forum, which was held at Bandos Maldives resort on October 19. Ashwin Handa, Senior Vice President of Operations at Atmosphere Core, delivered a keynote speech titled, ‘Why sustainability can go hand in […]

Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2023: Lessons from Soneva Namoona on making CSR meaningful, strategic, sustainable

Katarzyna ‘Kash’ Izydorczyk, Director of Operations and Community Engagement at Soneva Namoona, shared her insights and experiences on how to create meaningful corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives that go beyond token gestures and address the real needs of communities. She was speaking at the Hotelier Maldives General Managers (GM) Forum 2023, which took place at […]

Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2023: President-elect assures full support for tourism diversification

President-elect Dr Mohammed Muizzu on Thursday pledged government support and cooperation for the growth and diversification of the tourism industry. Muizzu made these commitments at the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2023, which took place at Bandos Maldives on Thursday. Notably, this marked his first participation in a tourism event following his victory in the presidential […]

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