Mobile operator Wataniya has confirmed the appointment of former head of the Maldives National Broadcasting Corporation (MNBC), Ibrahim Khaleel, as the company’s new CEO in the Maldives.
“The Board of Directors have welcomed iconic Maldivian figure, [Ibrahim] Khaleel to take the helm as we push forward in our voyage,” Watanyia said in a statement.
Khaleel, the company said, had “years of experience in the media industry, most recently as the charismatic Managing Director of MNBC.”
“Mr Khaleel has the strong professional credentials and proven ability to lead performance-driven teams. He brings with him a ‘war chest’ of local experience, especially in terms of rich media content and customer interactive media.”
Khaleeel will succeed outgoing Chief Operations Officer (COO) Abraham Smith, on March 1.
