The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands has introduced new
Director of Sales & Marketing for the resort, Mafalda Costa Tavares.
With over 13 years experience with The Ritz-Carlton,
Mafaldas first assignment in the company was at The Ritz-Carlton Penha Longa
Hotel & Golf Resort in Portugal. Started as guest service officer with the
opening of the Club Lounge and soon moved to Sales & Marketing.
During the 7 years journey at Penha Longa, she was
responsible for weddings & social events, developed the travel industry
department, launched the Outside Catering department as Director of Catering
and lastly progressed as Director of Group Sales.
In 2014, Mafalda pre-opening team of Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton
Reserve in Ubud, Bali as Director of Sales, and contributed to its successful
launch and positioning. In 2017, Mafalda once again embraced a new opportunity,
as Director of Sales & Marketing at Phulay Bay, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve in
Krabi, Thailand.
Prior to her commitment to the company, Mafalda has also at
Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon, The Conrad Brussels Hotel and Hyatt Regency,
Dubai.
Mafaldas career achievements include, Employee of the Year
2009 at Penha Longa Resort, The Ritz-Carlton EMEA Catering Achievement Award
2012, Leader of the Quarter 2016 at Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve and Marriott
International Presidents Circle Award 2018 at Phulay Bay, Thailand.
She is known for deeply engaging with both colleagues and
customers, passionate about her job and very committed to exceeding results.
Mafalda graduated with B.B.A. Honors degree in Hospitality
Management at Les Roches Hotel Management School and is a Portuguese native. In
her leisure time, she enjoys playing piano, cooking and keeping a healthy
lifestyle.
Mafalda and her husband Bruno are beyond excited about their move to Maldives, says the resort.
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