Fathimath Salah, Founder and Principal Designer of Niru Studio
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Koki’s fascination with design began at an early age, as during her childhood she was exposed to the works of local boat builders and crafts people. She studied Interior Design at the Queensland University of Technology in Brisbane, Australia and completed her Master in Interior and Product Design from Academia Italiana in Florence, Italy in […]
Careers: Ahmed Hussain – Restaurant Supervisor at Makunudu Island
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Ahmed Hussain hails from Fuahmulak and has spent most of his life in hospitality. 2016 marks the 34th year since he joined the industry, yet he seems as eager to carry on as a man half his age. Ahmed’s schooling was completed in the early 80’s on his native island. Tourism was expanding its footprint […]
Careers: Ahmed Rifau, Director of Operations, The Sun Siyam Iru Fushi
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hotelier Maldives sat down with Ahmed Rifau for a chat about his 23 years in the hospitality industry. Starting at the bottom rung, Rifau’s passion for the industry and his thirst for knowledge coupled with hard work has helped him rise to the position of Operations Director at the Sun Siyam Iru Fushi. “Growing up […]
A Passion for Developing People: Helene Ireland of Training Works
Helene is the Managing Director and Lead Facilitator of Training Works, a locally registered training consultancy company that began providing services in the Maldives this January.
Obofili – Ahmed Shuau
Having developed an interest in photography when he was a teenager, Shuau has worked tirelessly for many years to come as far as he has today.
Astrabon: Quality and Convenience
Astrabon is known for providing high quality kitchenware and F&B related products to the resorts throughout the Maldives.
Careers: Ibrahim “Shark” Shakir
Ibrahim Shakir is a surveyor by profession. He was not always interested in the field. In his boyhood, as a student of Majeediyya School, his preferred field was that of football.
MOMENTUM: Speedy, reliable and innovative solutions for every stage
Based in the Maldives, MOMENTUM is an integrated hospitality and tourism development partner and operator.
Careers: Roberto Cuda, Mixologist
At an early age, Roberto Cuda knew the humdrum of an office job was not for him. At the age of 22, he discovered the ideal profession: Mixology.
Dhivehi Viuga: Growth through innovation
In the mid-2000s, two brothers partnered up to start a small business, Dhivehi Viuga, to provide networking solutions.
Christopher Hogan: Offering a taste of creativity for your holidays
Christopher Hogan, one of the world’s leading marine abstract artists, currently works at One&Only Reethi Rah.
Island Hoppers: DJ Vifak
Back in the 90s, it was trendy for teenagers living in Male’ to spend their weekend nights at house parties. Home garages, front yards, sitting rooms and houses under construction were converted to party venues with the help of mini strobe lights, glow in the dark decorations and small sound systems.
