Sun Siyam Iru Veli in the Maldives is pleased to announce the appointment of Masdhooq Saeed as the new General Manager, marking a significant milestone in the resort’s pursuit of the ultimate tropical island retreat while curating enchanting yet authentic experiences for its guests.
With an impressive career spanning over 22 years in the hospitality industry, Masdhooq brings a wealth of experience from distinguished brands such as One&Only Resorts, Jumeirah Hotels and Resorts, and Six Senses Hotels, Resorts and Spas. His extensive expertise includes overseeing all aspects of the Rooms Division, leading pre-opening projects in the Maldives and China, and playing a pivotal role in the successful rebranding of Diva Maldives into LUX* South Ari Atoll in 2011.
In Masdhooq’s own words, “Luxury is a feeling, not a product. It is an emotional connection that we create with our guests and the myriad experiences we offer. Our guests seek personalized, unique experiences that align with their ethical values over monetary value. This is what makes our guests tick. And when you get that right, when you are able to make that connection, you win—hearts, minds, and so much more.”
Masdhooq is recognized for his transformative leadership, actively developing others and providing opportunities for growth. Under his resolute guidance and the mantra that “Anything Is Possible,” he has built teams, guided careers, and introduced new services, consistently setting the benchmark year after year. His leadership style exudes both humility and supreme confidence, with unwavering dedication to guests, the team, the company, and the industry.
His exceptional leadership and strategic vision were evident when he achieved the number one spot on TripAdvisor for LUX* North Male’ Atoll within just five months of its opening in 2019. Masdhooq’s commitment to forging emotional connections with guests, providing personalized and unique experiences aligned with ethical values, underscores his belief that luxury is a feeling.
“With Masdhooq at the helm, we are confident in delivering unparalleled enchanting yet truly authentic guest experiences while fostering lasting connections with our valued guests at Sun Siyam Iru Veli. His dedication to identifying talent, building teams, and guiding careers, coupled with a passion for surpassing guest expectations, undoubtedly positions Masdhooq to elevate Sun Siyam Iru Veli to new heights. We eagerly anticipate the continued success and excellence that Masdhooq will bring to our resort,” said Deepak Booneady, CEO at Sun Siyam Resorts.
