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MINOR HOTELS APPOINTS JUDD RABBIDGE AS NEW GENERAL MANAGER OF AVANI+ FARES MALDIVES RESORT

Minor Hotels is pleased to announce the appointment of Judd Rabbidge as the new General Manager of Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort.

MINOR HOTELS APPOINTS JUDD RABBIDGE AS NEW GENERAL MANAGER OF AVANI+ FARES MALDIVES RESORT

Minor Hotels is pleased to announce the appointment of Judd Rabbidge as the new General Manager of Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort.

Category: Asia Pacific - Maldives - Careers - Appointments
This is a press release selected by our editorial committee and published online for free on 2024-07-25


Judd Rabbidge, General Manager of Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort

Judd Rabbidge, General Manager of Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort
Photo credit © Minor Hotels

Effective July 2024, Rabbidge will lead the upscale lifestyle resort in the Baa Atoll, applying his passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences, as well as strategic acumen, to drive results.

An Australian national, Rabbidge brings a wealth of experience to his first General Manager posting.

Most recently, he served as the Hotel Manager at W Sydney, overseeing the pre-opening phase of the world’s largest W Hotel and an emblematic landmark in Sydney’s cityscape.

From 2018 to 2022, Rabbidge held the position of Director of Sales and Marketing at W Bali – Seminyak, establishing the resort as a sought-after destination for luxury travellers. His tenure also included managing operations at two other Marriott properties in the region, where he achieved remarkable guest satisfaction scores and drove profitability. Earlier in his career, Rabbidge held various senior management roles with Mantra Group, a leading Australian accommodation operator.

Stuart De San Nicolas, Cluster General Manager for Minor Hotels in the Maldives, expressed his confidence in Judd’s leadership:We are thrilled to welcome Judd Rabbidge to the Avani+ Fares Maldives team. His track record of success and deep understanding of the industry make him an excellent fit for this role, and his background in sales and marketing will be instrumental in driving revenue growth and enhancing brand visibility in this highly competitive market.”

Commenting on his new position, Judd Rabbidge said, “An upscale resort catering to families with an eye for aesthetics, Avani+ Fares Maldives occupies a distinctive niche. This unique positioning offers a very appealing combination, giving my team and I plenty of opportunities to firmly put the resort on the map.”

Rabbidge holds a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Hospitality, Tourism and Business Management from the Pacific International Hotel Management School in New Plymouth, New Zealand.

About Avani Hotels & Resorts

Avani Hotels & Resorts, part of Minor Hotels, was launched in 2011 and designed for the millennial-minded traveller whose priorities are style, value and comfort. The brand is an upbeat and contemporary hotel concept that delivers the perfect balance, with a focus on good sleep, designed social spaces, locally inspired sustenance and friendly service. Avani welcomes guests to over 35 hotels located in Asia, Australia, the Indian Ocean, the Middle East, Africa and Europe, with an exciting pipeline of properties to come.

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