A Maldivian national has been appointed as the Director of Human Resources at the prestigious Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah.
According to Hotelier Maldives, a publication specializing in the Maldivian hospitality industry, Ali Shamin, a native of Gaaf Alif Kolamaafushi, was appointed to the role. He officially assumed his new responsibilities on August 3.
Hotelier Maldives highlighted that Shamin brings over 25 years of extensive experience in human resource development within the tourism sectors of both the Maldives and the Gulf region.
Shamin holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Hotel and Tourism Management from IMI University in Lucerne, Switzerland. Additionally, he earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the London School of Commerce.
Prior to his appointment as HR Director at Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah, Shamin served as the Director of People and Culture for the SLS project task force under the Red Sea Project in Saudi Arabia.
His previous experience also includes serving as the Director of Talent and Culture for the Rixos Qetaifan Island project in Qatar, where he managed human resources for a major development featuring the country’s largest waterpark, a beach club, and a luxury hotel. This appointment marks Shamin’s second tenure with the Hilton Group, having previously worked at Hilton properties in both Qatar and the Maldives.
