In a world of brilliant turquoise views, sophisticated service and effortless perfection, two women are at the forefront who bring this ethos of „refined elegance” to life.
The management dynamics in the hotel industry have changed with more women in management positions. And always at the forefront of equal opportunity and gender diversity, the Ozen Collection has placed the reins of its two resorts in the hands of female managers.
Salil Panigrahi, CEO and General Manager of The Ozen Collection, an industry thought leader, said, “Hospitality is a people-centric industry and I believe it can go a long way towards promoting equal opportunities in the workplace. At Ozen, we want to initiate a new culture of leadership – one in which equal opportunities are valued. Diversity is not only the order of nature, it also brings new perspectives into our work culture. Surveys show that a diverse workforce is more productive and that advising women of key leadership positions that they truly qualify should be a norm rather than an exception. „
The general managers are responsible for all major operational and commercial aspects of the resort and oversee day-to-day operations. At the same time, they increase the resort’s performance with a long-term vision and business strategy.
Ozen Reserve Bolifushi, the brand’s newly launched luxury private island resort, is managed by Maria Luisa Lalli. Luisa is no stranger to the Maldives. She is a seasoned hotelier from Italy with over eleven years of destination experience as well as experience working and living in the UK and Sri Lanka. Her naturally empathetic approach puts each guest at ease and builds real connections that often lead to repeat visits. She sets a good example and inspires every colleague to create authentic experiences for guests with an impeccable service culture and a warm-hearted spirit.
Henar Gil Rios, recently named General Manager at Ozen Life Maadhoo, also brings a wealth of luxurious hospitality experiences to Ozen. Henar is from Spain and is a world citizen in spirit. She has lived and worked in the USA, France, Asia and Mexico. Henar is motivated and motivated and works best under high pressure. She uses initiative, in-depth knowledge and creativity to lead her team to success.
The work of the two managers adds a touch of feminine grace to the leadership and resort management with the common goal of delivering elegance in its rawest form through authentic, sophisticated experiences that are both tangible and intangible and complement the immaculate, pristine beauty of the hotel’s destination .
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