Hotels and Resorts Investment Maldives (HARIM) joins GM Forum 2025 as Associate Sponsor (Copy)
Hotelier Maldives, the leading hospitality media group, has announced Hotels and Resorts Investment Maldives (HARIM) as an Associate Sponsor of the upcoming General Managers (GM) Forum 2025, scheduled to take place on 13 October 2025 at Kurumba Maldives.
The GM Forum, the premier annual gathering for resort general managers and senior executives in the Maldives, will this year focus on the theme, ‘Digitalisation and Expanding Experiences’. The event will explore how technology can be seamlessly integrated with authentic Maldivian hospitality to enhance guest journeys, improve operational efficiency, and expand the boundaries of traditional luxury.
Commenting on HARIM’s sponsorship, Jasim Janah, Group Chief Commercial Officer (GCCO) of HARIM, said: “We are pleased to partner with Hotelier Maldives as an Associate Sponsor of the GM Forum 2025. For decades, our family has been part of the Maldives’ tourism journey, and HARIM’s work today builds on that legacy with a long-term view of growth and sustainability. The GM Forum convenes general managers and industry leaders whose decisions shape the future of our sector, and we are proud to contribute to a platform that encourages open dialogue, practical collaboration, and innovation to support our nation’s critical industry.”
“Our sponsorship reflects HARIM’s belief that through collaboration, we can both honour the traditions that made Maldivian hospitality world-renowned and equip the industry to thrive in a rapidly changing global landscape.”
Ali Naafiz, Editor of Hotelier Maldives, welcomed HARIM on board: “The continued support from organisations such as HARIM underscores the importance of the GM Forum as a platform for high-level dialogue and knowledge sharing. With HARIM’s backing, we look forward to delivering another successful forum that will equip general managers and hospitality executives with insights to navigate an evolving market.”
H. A. R. I. M. – Hotels and Resorts Investment Maldives Pvt Ltd (HARIM) is one of the Maldives’s leading companies in tourism and hospitality investment, development, and management. With decades of as a family business in the sector, HARIM has grown from its Chairman’s founding vision into a diversified enterprise, now led jointly by Group Chairman and a strong second generation of leadership. This progression reflects HARIM’s identity as a true family business: one that honours its roots while embracing the professionalism required to deliver at an international standard.
HARIM is dedicated to excellence through luxury resort and hotel projects that combine innovative design, sustainability, and exceptional guest experiences. Working closely with recognised international partners, HARIM delivers projects that elevate the Maldives’ standing as a premier global destination while leaving a positive, lasting impact on our local communities. Its legacy rests on more than iconic developments, it is defined by a long-standing commitment to nurturing local talent, supporting communities, and safeguarding the unique character of Maldivian hospitality for generations to come.
Since its inception in 2016, the GM Forum has established itself as the most influential gathering for resort general managers and hospitality leaders in the Maldives. Each year, the event brings together key decision-makers for keynote speeches, panel discussions, and networking opportunities centred on pressing issues and future trends in the industry. The ninth edition in 2025 will continue this tradition, building on the success of past forums that have addressed sustainability, market growth, and redefining luxury travel.
Hotelier Maldives invites all general managers and senior hospitality executives to mark their calendars for 13 October 2025. Further details on the agenda, speakers, and other partners will be announced in the coming weeks.
Sponsors and Partners of GM Forum 2025 include:
Dhiraagu – Platinum Partner
Bank of Maldives – Banking Partner
Dhivehi Insurance – Gold Sponsor
Maldives Airports Company Limited – Silver Sponsor
Villa Hakatha – Silver Sponsor
Bestbuy Maldives (BBM) – Silver Sponsor
Manta Air – Aviation Partner
Male’ Aerated Water Company – Beverage Partner
Atmosphere Wellness – Wellness Partner
Alia Investments – Associate Sponsor
Uniforms Unlimited – Associate Sponsor
Hotels and Resorts Investment Maldives (HARIM) – Associate Sponsor
Souvenir Marine – Transport Partner
Storm Events – Organising Partner
Lightsout – Associate Partner
Maldives TV – Media Partner
Maldives Ocean Plastics Alliance (MOPA) – Sustainability Partner
Supporting Partners – Navean Maldives, Maldives Insider and Blue n White