Maldives Inflight Catering Group has announced the appointment of Mr. Ibrahim Inad as the new Commercial Director. With over two decades of extensive experience in the tourism and hospitality industry, Mr. Inad brings a wealth of expertise in luxury travel, strategic sales management, and global market expansion.

Mr. Inad began his hospitality journey in 2004 in the Food and Beverage department at Huvafenfushi Maldives by Per Aquum, where he laid the foundation for his future success. In 2013, he ventured into the sales domain at Velaa Private Island as a Reservations and Sales Coordinator. Demonstrating exceptional dedication and leadership, he swiftly rose through the ranks, becoming Sales and Marketing Executive and later, Director of Sales for the APAC and Middle East markets. His strategic insight and tenacity ensured continued market dominance across regions under his supervision.

Mr. Inad’s career further includes key leadership roles at Milaidhoo Maldives, The Nautilus Maldives, and InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort. At Milaidhoo, he expanded the resort's presence in Russia, China, and the Middle East. At The Nautilus Maldives, he played a pivotal role in developing the resort’s post-opening market strategy. While at InterContinental Maldives, he handled major markets including Saudi Arabia, Germany, Austria, and Australia, forging successful partnerships with top-tier tour operators.

Mr. Inad has served in the IHG Group Maldives as Cluster Director of Sales, enhancing the resort's visibility across Europe and the GCC. Most recently, he served as Director of Sales and Marketing at Oaga Art Resort, where he crafted targeted marketing strategies and significantly boosted the brand's recognition in key international markets.

In his new role at the MIC Group, Mr. Inad will lead the commercial strategy with a focus on repositioning of the brand, expanding brand reach, strengthening partnerships, and maximizing revenue opportunities across new and existing markets.

Commenting on his new appointment, Mr. Inad stated, “I am truly excited to be part of Maldives Inflight Catering. With my experience, expertise, and commitment, I believe there is significant potential to achieve extraordinary milestones together, as well as remarkable growth, elevating the group to new heights.”

Group General Manager of the MIC Group, Mr. Ali Shakir shared, “We are thrilled to welcome Mr. Inad to our leadership team. His vast experience in luxury hospitality and his strategic foresight will be instrumental in driving our sales and marketing efforts forward. We are confident that under his direction, our properties and services will reach new levels of excellence and recognition on the global stage.”