Radisson Hotel Kandy is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Mangala Hemananda as its General Manager. A seasoned hospitality professional with over two decades of experience in luxury and upscale hotel operations, Mr. Hemananda brings strong leadership, operational expertise, and a proven track record of driving service excellence and performance improvement.

In his current role at Radisson Hotel Kandy, Mr. Hemananda has been instrumental in strengthening operational standards, enhancing guest satisfaction, and driving measurable quality improvements. Under his leadership, the hotel achieved a significant milestone by securing the Quality Accelerator Award for Q1 2025, recognized for the highest quality improvement in the MEA and SEAP region with an impressive improvement.

Prior to his current appointment, Mr. Hemananda held progressive leadership roles within Radisson Hotel Group, including Hotel Manager, Executive Assistant Manager, and Rooms Division Manager at Radisson Hotel Colombo. His career also reflects strong exposure to international hospitality standards through assignments at Jebel Ali Beach Hotel in Dubai and Komandoo Island Resort & Spa in the Maldives.

He has built a solid foundation in Sri Lanka’s hospitality sector through key operational leadership roles at The Kingsbury Colombo, where he progressed to Director of Facilities and Head of the Butler Department, as well as earlier experience at Hilton Colombo in housekeeping operations. These experiences have shaped his expertise across Rooms Division, Housekeeping, and Food & Beverage operations, enabling a well-rounded operational leadership style.

Academically, Mr. Hemananda holds a specialization in Hospitality Management from the Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism & Hotel Management (SLITHM) and a Diploma in Accommodation Management from Hilton University & Hotel School The Hague.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, he has contributed to the industry as the First President of the Sri Lanka Housekeepers’ Association and was recognized with the Hayleys Group Chairman’s Award for Leadership for his outstanding contribution during The Kingsbury Colombo refurbishment project.

Commenting on the appointment, Kristofer Quadros, Cluster General Manager - Trio of Radisson Hotels, stated:

"Mangala's appointment as General Manager of Radisson Hotel Kandy is a well-deserved recognition of his dedication, passion, and remarkable growth within Radisson Hotel Group. Over the years, he has consistently demonstrated strong leadership, operational excellence, and an unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences. We are delighted to see him take on this new role and are confident that, under his leadership, Radisson Hotel Kandy will continue to strengthen its market position, inspire its team, and achieve even greater success."

Commenting on his appointment, Mr. Hemananda stated:

"It is an honor to take on the role of General Manager at Radisson Hotel Kandy. I look forward to building on the strong foundation already in place and working closely with the team to elevate guest experiences, strengthen operational excellence, and further position the hotel as a leading destination in Sri Lanka’s hill capital. My focus will be on consistency, innovation, and creating memorable stays for every guest."

Looking ahead, under Mr. Hemananda’s leadership, Radisson Hotel Kandy aims to further strengthen its position as a leading hospitality destination in Sri Lanka’s hill capital, with a continued focus on elevating guest experiences, operational excellence, and sustainable business growth.