Minor Hotels Appoints Judd Rabbidge as General Manager of Avani Singapore Hotel

Minor Hotels, a global hospitality group, has appointed Judd Rabbidge as General Manager of Avani Singapore Hotel, the group’s first property in Singapore, scheduled to open in Q2 2027.

Appointment Highlights
- Judd Rabbidge has been named General Manager of Avani Singapore Hotel, the brand’s first property in Singapore, opening in Q2 2027.
- He transitions from Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort, where he successfully led operations since July 2024.

Professional Background
- Nationality: Australian.
- Experience: 20+ years across Australia, Maldives, Indonesia, Fiji, and Europe.
- Key roles:
- Hotel Manager at W Sydney (pre-opening and launch of the world’s largest W Hotel).
- Director of Sales & Marketing at W Bali – Seminyak (2018–2022).
- Senior management positions with Marriott and Mantra Group.
- Education: Bachelor’s in Applied Hospitality, Tourism & Business Management from Pacific International Hotel Management School, New Zealand.

Role in Singapore
- Oversees pre-opening and launch of Avani Singapore Hotel.
- Responsibilities include team recruitment, operational readiness, commercial strategy, and guest experience.
- Goal: Position Avani in Singapore’s competitive hospitality market with smart design, upbeat service, and good value.

📌 Takeaway: Rabbidge’s appointment signals Minor Hotels’ intent to enter Singapore with strong leadership and a lifestyle-driven brand identity, leveraging his proven expertise in both resort operations and urban hotel launches.