Dusit Thani Maldives announces the promotion of Jean-Louis Ripoche to the role of Area General Manager – Maldives. Jean-Louis will continue to serve as General Manager of Dusit Thani Maldives, and in his new capacity as Area General Manager, will report directly to Prateek Kumar, the Senior Vice President of Operations at Dusit International.
Jean-Louis’s prior experience with Marriott in the Maldives will be instrumental in creating synergies across Dusit properties in the region, as the opening of dusitD2 Feydhoo Maldives approaches. This marks a new chapter in Dusit’s expansion, and Jean-Louis will be integral to enhancing cross-selling opportunities, ensuring seamless operations across all properties, and driving growth in this dynamic market.
Prateek Kumar, Senior Vice President of Operations, commented, “Jean-Louis’s leadership and in-depth understanding of the Maldivian market make him the ideal person to oversee our strategic growth in this region. His promotion reflects Dusit’s commitment to providing exceptional guest experiences while expanding our brand presence in key destinations.”
Jean-Louis Ripoche also shared his thoughts on this new appointment, “I am honored to take on this exciting new role as Area General Manager for Maldives, especially during such a pivotal time for Dusit. As we continue to grow and welcome new properties into the fold, I look forward to working closely with our teams to deliver exceptional experiences to our guests and further elevate Dusit’s presence in this beautiful region.”