Radisson Hotel Group has appointed Nipun Bandara as Director of Marketing Communications at Radisson Collection Resort Galle, reinforcing its leadership team at the Group’s flagship Radisson Collection property in the Southeast Asia and Pacific region.

With over a decade of experience in luxury hospitality marketing across Sri Lanka and the Maldives, Nipun brings expertise in brand positioning, digital strategy, and content-led storytelling. He most recently served as Marketing Manager at Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa, where he led a successful brand and digital transformation, contributing to global recognition by featuring the property in Forbes Travel Guide, Luxury Escapes, Vogue Turkey, Travel + Leisure and many more.

Previously, as Head of Marketing and Communications at Galle Face Hotel Colombo, he repositioned the iconic heritage property to achieve the #1 Best Hotel in Rest of Asia by Condé Nast Traveller’s Readers’ Choice Awards 2024.

Commenting on his appointment, Nipun Bandara said:

“What excites me most about joining Radisson Collection Resort Galle is the opportunity to build something truly destination-defining. Galle is already one of Sri Lanka’s most culturally rich and visually compelling destinations, and I see the resort evolving into a lifestyle and culinary hub on the southern coast. Through strong storytelling, meaningful collaborations, and experience-led marketing, my focus will be on creating moments that not only attract global travellers, but also resonate deeply with guests long after they leave.”

Nipun assumed his role on 24 March 2026 and will lead the resort’s marketing and communications strategy, focusing on enhancing global visibility, guest engagement, and brand storytelling in line with the Radisson Collection ethos.