Maldives & Sri Lanka – Sun Siyam Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of Pasan Wijewardana as the new Cluster Director of Sales and Marketing for Sun Siyam Pasikudah and Sun Siyam Iru Fushi.
Wijewardana brings over a decade of rich experience in the hospitality industry, having held key leadership roles across luxury, lifestyle, and full-service hotels in Sri Lanka, the Maldives, and Oman. Most recently, he served as Director of Sales and Business Development at Shangri-La Muscat, where he played a pivotal role in driving business growth and strategic development. Before that, Wijewardana was Cluster Director of Sales for Shangri-La in Sri Lanka.
Beginning his career with Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts in Sri Lanka, Wijewardana was instrumental in establishing the Cinnamon city hotels in a competitive market. This is not his first tenure with Sun Siyam Resorts; he previously held the position of Sales and Marketing Manager at Sun Siyam Iru Veli in the Maldives, where he significantly contributed to the resort’s growth and market presence. His return to Sun Siyam Resorts is a testament to his expertise and the strong relationship he has maintained with the brand.
In his new role, Wijewardana will be responsible for developing and executing sales and marketing strategies to drive revenue growth, enhance brand visibility, and optimize market presence for both Sun Siyam Iru Fushi and Sun Siyam Pasikudah. He will lead the sales and marketing teams, foster strong partnerships with key stakeholders, and ensure that the resorts continue to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
“We are thrilled to welcome Pasan back to the Sun Siyam family. His extensive experience and leadership in the hospitality industry will be a tremendous asset to our team,” said Ahmed Naufal, Group Director of Sales and Marketing at Sun Siyam Resorts. “We are confident that under his guidance, Sun Siyam Iru Fushi and Sun Siyam Pasikudah will continue to thrive and deliver exceptional experiences for our guests.”
