Sana brings nearly two decades of experience in the hospitality industry to her role as Director of PR & Marketing at Villa Resorts. She has played a pivotal role in the rebranding of the company from Villa Hotels & Resorts.

Sana advocates for responsible tourism and sustainability, ensuring that these values resonate throughout her campaigns to connect with today’s conscientious (kon shee en shuhs) travelers.

Sana's unwavering commitment to excellence has been instrumental in positioning Villa Resorts as a premier choice for luxury experiences in the Maldives.

Commonly known as Aana, she is the Founder of Rouf Singapore, a co-living company and ambassador of co-living in Singapore. Also a Tech Start-up Mentor at Antler France: an incubator for startups. Aana is an MBA Graduate with over 20 years of experience in marketing & branding at luxury brands LVMH and 25 years of working experience in SEA & Europe.

She is a Mentor at Plastic Ocean, EU, at Compassion for a better world, SEA and at microfinancing at Habitat for Humanity, SEA. She is an advocate for UN He for She program and also an advocate in climate act & sustainability. Aana is also a speaker at various summits.

Nina has dedicated over 25 years to a successful career in the tourism industry.

Her journey has seen her in diverse roles, beginning as a Receptionist at Bandos Maldives and later transitioning to Dubai where she served as a Guest Relations Officer at the Le Meridien Mina Seyahi. She currently holds the esteemed position of Director of Sales & Marketing at Sun Siyam Travels.

A core objective motivating her work is in reducing disparities within the tourism industry.

Commonly known as Aala, she is the Director of Development, Environment & Monitoring Section at Ministry of Tourism. Aala holds a Master's Degree in Tourism Management and started working in the travel & tourism sector in 2009.

Previously she has been a Quality Auditor for Ministry of Tourism and she is recognized for leading key initiatives, including the COVID-19 vaccination campaign and the Reimagining Tourism project by UNDP. A university topper and recipient of the President’s Special Award, she also dedicates her off hours to teaching travel and tourism modules in the Maldives.

Shifana is currently a Project Manager and Civil Engineer engaged in freelance consultancy work.

She has expertise in resort construction, renovation projects, and sustainable climate-resilient island development. Among her notable achievements is the reassembly of the 300-year-old Kalhuvakaru Mosque, a site of significant national heritage.

Shifana holds a Master of Science in Civil Engineering. Her experience of working in a male dominant industry and the experience of working on site during her projects adds value to the conference’s dialogue.

Fathimath Nathasha Latheef, is a dedicated professional in the aviation industry with 20 years of experience. Currently, she works as a Flight Operations Inspector with the Civil Aviation Authority of Maldives, where she is responsible for ensuring the highest standards of safety and excellence of the Maldivian aviation industry are met.

Natha made history as the first female to fly a jet aircraft from Maldives and currently flying the Airbus A320, breaking barriers in a traditionally male-dominated industry. She is deeply committed to inspiring the next generation of youth, encouraging them to reach new heights and reduce gender disparity in the industries.

Zuley holds a Master’s Degree in Law and works as a Senior Attorney in AG office since 2017.

She is the only female in a leading position in the guesthouse market in AA. Thoddoo, where she developed and is currently managing her own guesthouse Shoreline Grand. She is also an Executive Board Member and Legal Counsel in the National Hotels and Guesthouse Association of Maldives and a Board Director of AA. Thoddoo Local Authority Company.

Zuley also provides voluntary legal counsel for those in need through Public Interest Law Centre.