Sun Siyam Iru Fushi appoints Annie Lama as Sales and Marketing Manager
Sun Siyam Iru Fushi has announced the appointment of Annie Lama as Sales and Marketing Manager, bringing with her a wealth of experience in luxury hospitality, strategic sales, and international marketing to the acclaimed Maldivian resort. A graduate of Manipal University in India, Annie began her career with Marriott International Inc. in Pune, where she […]
Emirates appoints Jaber Mohamed as Country Manager for Sri Lanka and Maldives
Emirates has announced the appointment of Jaber Mohamed as the airline’s new Country Manager for Sri Lanka and the Maldives, effective from 1 August 2025. In this role, Jaber will be tasked with supporting Emirates’ commercial objectives and overseeing operations across the two island nations. He will also be responsible for maintaining key relationships with […]
RAH GILI MALDIVES appoints Chunky Mathew as Resort Manager
At RAH GILI MALDIVES, the energy is as crucial as the architecture. As the inaugural island in the SIX & SIX PRIVATE ISLANDS collection, RAH GILI is redefining the private island experience, focusing on rhythm, feeling, and a clear narrative rather than conventional resort templates. The island, set to open in early 2026, is designed as a […]
Angsana Velavaru appoints Jan Lorenzen as Executive Assistant Manager
Angsana Velavaru has announced the appointment of Jan Lorenzen as Executive Assistant Manager. With more than two decades of international experience in the luxury hospitality sector, Jan brings a wealth of knowledge and a distinguished record in leading Food & Beverage operations across Europe and Asia. Throughout his impressive career, Jan has held senior leadership […]
SIX & SIX PRIVATE ISLANDS appoints Jagannath Prasad as Assistant Vice President of Finance
For brands that want to deliver a more considered form of luxury, the challenge is both creative and practical. How do you make bold design choices while ensuring financial sustainability? How do you celebrate the individuality of each destination while maintaining a sense of cohesion and quality? Luxury hospitality is evolving. It’s moving away from […]
Atmosphere Core strengthens leadership with key internal promotions
Following a series of key C-suite appointments, the hospitality group Atmosphere Core has announced several senior executive promotions spanning Learning & Development, Contracting, Revenue, Sales & Marketing, and Finance. These advancements underscore the company’s ongoing dedication to nurturing internal talent and enhancing operational excellence throughout South Asia and the Maldives. Dr Annepaul Vemagiri has been […]
Kandima Maldives appoints Mohamed Iujaz Zuhair as Resort Manager
Kandima Maldives has announced the appointment of Mohamed Iujaz Zuhair as the new Resort Manager. With a career spanning over 14 years in the luxury hospitality industry, Iujaz is set to lead the island resort’s operations and guest experience strategy as the island continues to push the boundaries of active lifestyle holiday experiences in the […]
Lily Hotels appoints Abhinav S. Raghuwanshi as Cluster Head of Revenue Management
Lily Hotels has announced the appointment of Abhinav S. Raghuwanshi as Cluster Head of Revenue Management, responsible for overseeing the commercial strategy and revenue performance of its two award-winning properties: Lily Beach Resort & Spa and Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa in the Maldives. With a proven track record of leading market and regional portfolios, […]
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives appoints Mohamed Riza as Executive Assistant Manager
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives has announced the promotion of Mohamed Riza to the role of Executive Assistant Manager, effective from 1 July 2025. Riza has been a dedicated member of the Kandooma team since December 2009, when he joined as Executive Housekeeper. In July 2013, he was promoted to Rooms Division Manager, a position […]
Rewriting luxury playbook: SIX & SIX PRIVATE ISLANDS appoints Edyta Peszko as Commercial Director
As the Maldives braces for yet another wave of luxury openings, one brand is choosing to go against the wave. SIX & SIX PRIVATE ISLANDS — a new collection of luxury resort concepts is not selling a dream. It’s building a new reality: one that is bold and unapologetically different. As it prepares to launch […]
Soneva Jani promotes Ali Nihreer as LIFE Curator
Soneva Jani has announced the promotion of Ali Nihreer to the position of LIFE Curator (Front Office Manager). In his new role, Nihreer will be responsible for overseeing the front office operations and ensuring an unparalleled guest experience at the award-winning resort. Nihreer is a seasoned hospitality professional with an impressive 19 years of experience […]
Elevating private island lifestyle: Marco Bonini to spearhead residences at SIX & SIX PRIVATE ISLANDS
The Maldivian archipelago, a synonym for unparalleled luxury, is undergoing a quiet but profound transformation. The narrative of thoughtful escapism is evolving, maturing into a quest for something deeper, more personal, and purpose driven. In this shifting landscape of ultra-luxury hospitality, the concept of the private residence is being reimagined. It’s no longer just about […]
