Marriott International, a global leader in the hospitality industry, announced the appointment of Jan Wagelaar as the Revenue Strategy Director for its esteemed portfolio of resorts in the enchanting Maldives.

Jan Wagelaar brings an impressive track record of over 15 years of industry experience to his new role. His journey with Marriott International commenced in 2007 when he joined as an Inventory Manager for Marriott’s London hotels. Demonstrating unwavering dedication and delivering exceptional performance, Jan swiftly ascended the corporate ladder through multiple internal promotions. In 2014, his journey led him to Dubai, where he assumed the pivotal role of spearheading revenue strategy and analysis for nine hotels, showcasing his remarkable versatility and expertise.

Jan’s most recent position was Director of Revenue Strategy for The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore. During his tenure, his strategic acumen consistently delivered outstanding business results across all key performance indicators (KPIs). His remarkable achievements were further acknowledged with the prestigious APEC Revenue Strategy Leader of the Year for Luxury Hotels award, which he claimed twice in 2018 and 2022.

Jan Wagelaar’s appointment as Market Director of Revenue Strategy for the Maldives comes following the successful tenure of Frank Ehret, who served in this capacity for four years before embarking on a well-deserved internal promotion. Speaking about his new role, Jan expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “I’m thrilled to begin my new role working alongside the talented sales, marketing, and revenue teams in the Maldives. With seven stunning resorts in the island nation, each offering its unique charm, I am excited to collaborate with the resort teams on revenue strategies to continue driving exceptional results in the Maldives.”

Beyond his professional achievements, Jan has a profound passion for travel and delights in exploring new culinary experiences at restaurants and bars. Additionally, he is an avid cyclist and shares an interest in collecting sneakers.

Marriott Bonvoy’s illustrious portfolio of resorts in the Maldives includes The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands; The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort; JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa; W Maldives; Le Meridien Maldives Resort & Spa; Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa; and The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort. Each of these extraordinary properties is situated on its private island, offering guests the epitome of a dream getaway. For further information, visit www.MarriottBonvoy.com/Maldives.