Ibrahim Nahid to Lead Paradise Island Resort& Spa through a Transformational Journey
Thursday 1st of July 2021
The idyllic island of Paradise Island Resort set in the name-sake paradisiacal ocean oasis of Maldives, boasts 282 luxurious villas opening space for a relaxed, sociable retreat in the destination. The resort has recently announced the appointment of seasoned hospitality expert, Ibrahim Nahid as their new General Manager.
The announcement has come at a strategically critical time for the island, as the brand Villa Hotels & Resorts are currently undertaking new rebranding for a transformational journey throughout their establishments. Nahid will be contributing in his new post by leading the overall operation and strategic development of the award-winning resort in alignment with the company’s new chic and contemporary vison.
The Paradise Team will also be working under Nahid’s instructions to create unrivalled guest experiences to ensure they have the best vacation ever on the island. Providing invaluable knowledge from his extensive experience, Nahid will lead the activation of the new concept on property, in addition to instigating several sustainable initiatives in keeping with Villa Hotels & Resorts mission to preserve and protect the natural environment.
Nahid has collected a wealth of experience working with the brand, most recently as the General Manager at Holiday Island Resort & Spa, part of Villa Hotels & Resorts Maldives collection. His knowledge is vast and his impressive record of success in contributing to the operational management of luxury resorts is looked up to by his colleagues. Nahid focuses on building exceptional guest relations and developing market performance in competitive and quality focused environments.
He has previously held roles at global luxury hotel brands including Cheval Blanc Randheli Maldives and Six Senses Resorts in Oman and Koh Yao Noi, Thailand. Nahid holds an MBA from Anglia Ruskin University in England.
Sharing a few words on his appointment, Nahid said, “The DNA of Maldivian hospitality and our beautiful but very fragile environment are the most precious things we have inherited from our ancestors. I feel it’s our responsibility and duty to pass it onto the future generations.”
Nahid outlined his vision by stating, “The most important thing we shall do is to educate the younger generations about how to take care of and preserve the natural environment. Currently we coordinate with local entities and schools to deliver educational programs to the youths and students of today. We are planning to introduce further programs and involve the younger generations in regular sustainability and conservation activities.”