Sanjeeva Perera appointed as Area General Manager for Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts Maldives

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka - July 15, 2025 - PRLog -- Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of Sanjeeva Perera as the new Area General Manager for its Maldives resorts. In this exclusive conversation, he shares his thoughts on the journey ahead.

1. How do you feel about this new chapter in your journey?
Having spent over 25 years in resort management, I've come to believe that hospitality is not just about service, it's about storytelling. What excites me most is the opportunity to shape these stories, not just for our guests, but also for the people who bring our resorts to life each day.

2. You will now be overseeing four very distinct properties. What excites you the most about managing such a diverse portfolio?
What excites me most is the challenge and reward of harmonising diversity taking four distinct resort identities and creating a shared vision without diluting what makes each one special. Managing this portfolio means constantly shifting gears from diving logistics to wellness programming to culinary innovation and that dynamism is something I truly thrive on.

3. With your previous leadership experience, what key strategies do you intend to implement to further enhance guest satisfaction and operational excellence across the resorts?
One area I'll be focusing on is data-driven service enhancement using guest feedback and behavioural insights to refine our offerings in real time. At the same time, I intend to place greater emphasis on people, empowering our associates through cross-training, recognising cultural intelligence, and encouraging idea-sharing across properties.

4. The Maldives continues to be a dream destination for travellers around the world. In your view, what makes Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts' offering here uniquely positioned in the market?
What makes Cinnamon's offering distinctive is how we balance that luxury with sincerity, authenticity, and emotional warmth. Our roots in Sri Lankan hospitality give us a unique cultural lens and we understand the importance of storytelling, connection, and care.

5. Sustainability and marine conservation are core elements of Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts Maldives. How do you plan to support or evolve these initiatives during your tenure?
Across some of our resorts, we've introduced organic farming to support fresh, local produce, reduced reliance on single-use plastics by switching to alternative materials where feasible, and we're actively repurposing damaged items, giving them a second life.

6. What message would you like to share with returning guests, partners, and new travellers considering a stay at Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts Maldives?
Whether you're chasing marine adventures, a romantic hideaway, or simply a moment of stillness, there is a Cinnamon island that will feel like it was made just for you.

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