Sun Siyam Iru Veli nurtures homegrown talent with Mohamed Najah’s promotion to Director of Operations
Sun Siyam Iru Veli, renowned for being the ultimate tropical retreat with its barefoot idyll and laid-back but chic vibe, has announced the promotion of Mohamed Najah, from Director of F&B to Director of Operations. In his new role, Najah will bring his extensive expertise in the hospitality industry to oversee the seamless operations of […]
Le Méridien Maldives Resort appoints Mariun Van Rooyen as F&B Director
Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa ushers in a new era of culinary excellence with the appointment of Mariun Van Rooyen as the dynamic Director of Food and Beverage. With over two decades of trailblazing experience, Mariun brings a fusion of passion, innovation, and forward-looking leadership to this pivotal role. A maestro in the art […]
Niyama Private Islands Maldives welcomes new Executive Chef Thierry Vergnault
Executive Chef Thierry Vergnault takes the helm of F&B at Nature’s Playground, overseeing the resort’s 10 restaurants and bars, as well as regular creative pop-ups and Michelin-starred collaborations. Born and bred in France, Chef Thierry Vergnault has trained in the classics of French culinary art. He fuses traditional cooking techniques and a relentless dedication to […]
Niyama Private Islands Maldives appoints Laurent Dreyer as Resort Manager
Niyama Private Islands Maldives is proud to announce the appointment of Mr. Laurent Dreyer as Resort Manager, a Swiss national with two decades of experience in luxury hospitality. An economist by training, Laurent’s journey into hospitality began quite by chance. While working for Swiss brands Cartier then Evian, Laurent visited the Maldives in 2004 to […]
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island appoints Thomas Hoeborn as General Manager
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island has announced the appointment of Thomas Hoeborn as General Manager. A hospitality veteran with close to 40 years in the industry, Hoeborn’s new role will see him further drive Conrad Maldives Rangali Island’s ongoing commitment to luxury and innovative guest experiences. Jamie Mead, senior director, operations, South East Asia, said, “Thomas’ […]
Minor Hotels appoints Stuart De San Nicolas as Cluster General Manager for 3 Maldives resorts
Stuart De San Nicolas has been appointed as the new Cluster General Manager for Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas, Avani+ Fares Resort and NH Collection Maldives Havodda, effective from 23rd December 2023. With over 30 years of hands-on industry experience, gained from an impressive career that has taken him to locations as diverse as Europe, South […]
Aishath Nurain Janah named chair of MMPRC
Aishath Nurain Janah, daughter of Mohamed Ali Janah, Principal Advisor to the President on Trade and Investment, has assumed the role of Chairman at the Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC). The appointment of Nurain to this position took place on Wednesday, with MMPRC’s official ‘X’ account extending a warm welcome to their new […]
Crossroads Maldives promotes local talent to key leadership roles
CROSSROADS Maldives, the premier integrated leisure destination of the Maldives, has announced the well-deserved promotions of three local talents to the roles of Assistant General Managers. Among the key appointments is Mohamed Adil’s promotion to Assistant General Manager of the CROSSROADS Marina. Since joining in 2018, Adil has exhibited exceptional leadership, playing a crucial role […]
Lily Beach Resort appoints Laurent Driole as Resort Manager
In an exciting and strategic move, Lily Beach Resort & Spa has announced the appointment of seasoned hotelier Laurent Driole as its new Resort Manager. With an illustrious career spanning over twenty-five years in the hospitality industry, Driole brings a wealth of expertise and a passion for delivering unparalleled guest experiences to the pristine shores […]
JA Resorts & Hotels appoints Khumar Askerova as Director of Sales and Marketing for the Indian Ocean
JA Resorts & Hotels has announced the appointment of Khumar Askerova as the new Director of Sales and Marketing for the Indian Ocean region. Khumar brings with her an impressive 25 years of experience in sales and marketing within the hospitality industry, and a key appointment to the regional team. The appointment will see Khumar […]
JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa announces Mohit Dembla’s promotion to General Manager
JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa, renowned as a haven for families and multigenerational travel, has announced the promotion of Mohit Dembla to the position of General Manager. Mohit Dembla, a seasoned hotelier with extensive experience in the hospitality industry, began his career with The Oberoi Group and later contributed his expertise to prestigious brands […]
Francesco Pompilio appointed as General Manager of Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives
Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, has announced the appointment of Francesco Pompilio as the new General Manager of Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives, a vibrant adults-only playground renowned for its intimate private villas, adventurous water activities, and exquisite dining offerings. Pompilio brings a wealth of international hotelier experience to his […]
