Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts Welcomes Mohammed Shihab as New Commercial Director

Tuesday 24th of September 2024

Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts has appointed Mohammed Shihab as the new Commercial Director for its Maldives Resorts. In this important role, Shihab will focus on increasing revenue, improving brand visibility, and refining sales strategies across all of the company’s properties in the Maldives.

Shihab joins Cinnamon with over two decades of experience in the hospitality industry. Previously, he served as the Group Director of Sales & Marketing at Sun Siyam Resorts, where he played a key role in launching the largest resort in the Maldives and managing significant buyouts in the region. His deep industry knowledge will be crucial for meeting Cinnamon Maldives Resorts’ strategic commercial goals.

Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts is confident that Shihab’s background in driving growth and understanding of the Maldives market will strengthen their position in the region. His leadership is expected to enhance both guest experiences and the overall commercial success of the resorts.

Based in the Maldives, Shihab will oversee the commercial teams for several properties, including Cinnamon Dhonveli, Cinnamon Velifushi, Cinnamon Hakuraa Huraa, and Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon. His role will involve fostering strong partnerships and ensuring ongoing commercial success for these resorts.

With his appointment, Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts aims to enhance its offerings in the Maldives, focusing on both revenue growth and guest satisfaction. Shihab’s extensive experience positions him well to contribute to the brand’s ambitions in this vibrant market.