Former president Mohd Iswandi Maaruf was re-elected as the Brunei Association of Hotels (BAH) president for another term, a decision made by the executive members and members.
“We re-elected Mohd Iswandi as BAH president due to his extensive experience in the hospitality industry, his proven leadership in hotel management and his dedication and commitment to advancing Brunei’s tourism sector,” said Director of Sales and Marketing at Radisson Hotel Paula Munoz.His enthusiasm and energy regarding customer service in the hotel industry is at a very high level, said General Manager at The Brunei Hotel Andy Goh.
“Since first assuming the role in 2019, Mohd Iswandi has played a pivotal role in strengthening the hotel industry, advocating for key policies, fostering collaboration among the industry stakeholders and implementing initiatives that enhance guest experiences and operational efficiency,” said Director of Sales and Marketing at The Empire Brunei Maryani Sabtu.
Through Mohd Iswandi’s networking with the ASEAN Hotel and Restaurants Association (AHRA), he has stepped up and taken safety measures by developing a checklist and guidelines for its members and has provided hotels with information, ensuring operations were conducted smoothly during COVID-19.
Meanwhile, Maryani Sabtu and Molly Bong of Mulia Hotel were elected executive committee members during the event at a hotel on Friday.
The other executive members remain and maintain their post with Safawati Salim as Vice President, Paula Munoz as Honorary Secretary, Conrad Boyd Mosidin as Honorary Treasury and Andy Goh as executive member.
BAH represents 27 member hotels in the Sultanate. – Lyna Mohamad
