Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives has appointed Gaurav Makhijani as the Director of Sales and Marketing.
The announcement comes at an exciting time for the resort as they just completed one year of operations.
Gaurav’s appointment is an important step toward strengthening the resort’s presence in India and the
The Middle East and fostering its position at the forefront of creating the most beautifully composed
experiences.

Gaurav brings a wealth of experience in the hospitality arena, having worked with international brands for
over a decade, including The Claridges, Taj, IHG, Jumeirah Group, and Atmosphere Hotels and Resorts.
Most recently, Gaurav worked as the Associate Director of Sales for Atmosphere group, where he was in
charge of sourcing business from India.

As a Director of Sales and Marketing, Gaurav will develop and implement strategic sales and marketing
plans to achieve short and long-term objectives for Kuda Villingili. He is a highly effective sales leader and
gifted professional in building successful campaigns to increase market share. He is a focused,
performance-oriented manager with proven skills in the industry.

Gaurav’s passion for luxury hospitality will ensure a successful leap to elevate Kuda Villingili’s brand and
service proposition.