By CROSSROADS Maldives, a multi-island getaway known for its comprehensive amenities at The Marina and three world-class Resorts, has announced significant leadership upgrades for its Management Committee, starting from September 1, 2024.
CROSSROADS Maldives values cultivating and enhancing local expertise through internal promotions and reassignments, promoting personal and professional growth. The adjustments are additionally related to a larger goal to reinforce its managerial framework and assure sustained profitability at its most prominent hotels, SAii Lagoon Maldives, Curio Collection by Hilton, and Hard Rock Hotel Maldives. CROSSROADS Maldives is a cluster of several prestigious resorts, recognized for their unique offers and great encounters for guests and stands to gain from qualified executives taking on fresh positions.
CROSSROADS Maldives values cultivating and enhancing local expertise through internal promotions and reassignments, promoting personal and professional growth. The adjustments are additionally related to a larger goal to reinforce its managerial framework and assure sustained profitability at its most prominent hotels, SAii Lagoon Maldives, Curio Collection by Hilton, and Hard Rock Hotel Maldives. CROSSROADS Maldives is a cluster of several prestigious resorts, recognized for their unique offers and great encounters for guests and stands to gain from qualified executives taking on fresh positions.
Abdulla Mufeed, an experienced hospitality businesses executive. Mufeed is now serving as Assistant General Manager at SAii Lagoon Maldives, Curio Collection by Hilton, following an outstanding tenure at Hard Rock Hotel Maldives.
Mufeed’s latest position at SAii Lagoon Maldives, Curio Collection by Hilton adds to his 25-year experience in the industry of hospitality. His inspirational rise to professional achievement is a story of tremendous work and persistence. He began his journey as a receptionist in 1999 and steadily pushing to rise through the ranks, gaining managerial positions at well-known Maldives resorts such as Four Seasons, One&Only, and Coco Collection. During his 6-year career at Hard Rock Hotel Maldives, he has helped shape the resort’s operations and ensured client pleasure. His move to SAii Lagoon Maldives demonstrates his ongoing support to the establishment of CROSSROADS Maldives’ finest resorts.
Frederic Lebegue, General Manager of Hard Rock Hotel Maldives, commended Mufeed’s contributions: “Mufeed has been an integral part of our Band (Team). His leadership, coupled with his dedication to guest service has significantly shaped Hard Rock Hotel Maldives’ success. His passion for hospitality will undoubtedly shine at SAii Lagoon Maldives, Curio Collection by Hilton. We are also excited to welcome Mohamed Adil and see how his leadership will infuse new energy and innovation into Hard Rock Hotel Maldives.”
Additionally, Mohamed Adil is now taking up the post of Resort Manager at Hard Rock Hotel Maldives, following having previously served as Assistant General Manager at The Marina at CROSSROADS Maldives, in which he excelled in coordinating operational functions behind the curtain. His new position at Hard Rock Hotel Maldives enables him to further develop his responsibilities in resort executives, introducing fundamental operational expertise to the spotlight.
Adil has nearly twenty years of experience in the tourism sector, having served in significant roles at renowned global hotel chains including at Four Seasons, Hilton, and Minor, as well as renowned regional resort labels in the Maldives. His knowledge reaches beyond the scope of the Maldives, experiencing extensive encounters with Qatar and Malaysia. Adil’s diversified expertise will surely benefit him in the present position. His leadership will be critical in sustaining and improving the dynamic, music-infused ambiance which Hard Rock Hotel Maldives has become renowned for.
Alexander Traeger, General Manager of SAii Lagoon Maldives, Curio Collection by Hilton, and CROSSROADS Marina, commented on the leadership changes, saying,“We are delighted to welcome Mufeed to the SAiiLanders family. With his wealth of experience and deep understanding of resort operations, I am confident that he will play a key role in driving the continued success and growth of SAii Lagoon Maldives, Curio Collection by Hilton. Likewise, we are equally proud to see Adil take on an expanded role at Hard Rock Hotel Maldives. Having been an integral part of our Team, we know Adil will shine in this new role and lead with distinction.”
Mufeed and Adil, both patriotic Maldivians, have established themselves as pioneering individuals in the island’s hotel business. Their accomplishments stories inspire those around them by showcasing the effect of CROSSROADS Maldives’ people-first strategy, which provides opportunities for native professionals to embark on positions of leadership throughout its properties.