Sun Siyam Resorts announces the promotion of Abdulla Thamheed to the position of Vice President of Operations, effective immediately. In this pivotal role, Thamheed will lead operational excellence across all Sun Siyam properties, applying his expertise and leadership to streamline processes, elevate guest experiences, and support the brand’s growth strategy.
Thamheed’s career spans over 27 years, with him beginning his journey in hospitality as a waiter at the age of 15 in 1996. He joined Sun Siyam Resorts in 2003 as a Food and Beverage Coordinator, advancing through the ranks over the past two decades. After overseeing operations as General Manager of Siyam World and Sun Siyam Iru Fushi, he was appointed Group General Manager in 2013, overseeing all six Sun Siyam resorts in the Maldives and Sri Lanka.
He played a key role in the opening of Siyam World in 2021. Deepak Booneady, the Chief Executive Officer of Sun Siyam Resorts, praised Thamheed’s long-standing commitment, stating, “Thamheed has been an integral part of our family at Sun Siyam for many years, and his unwavering dedication to excellence has been a cornerstone of our success. His leadership, passion, and deep understanding of our brand’s ethos makes him the ideal fit for this expanded role. I am confident he will continue to inspire our teams and raise the standards of hospitality across our resorts. This promotion is well-deserved, and we look forward to the achievements his vision and expertise will bring to Sun Siyam Resorts.”