Per Aquum has announced the appointment of Nick Downing as its new vice president.

Downing was part of the launch team for Per Aquum between 2003 to 2006 when he served as pre-opening director of operations, followed by general manager of Huvafen Fushi, Maldives.

In his new role as vice president, Downing will be responsible for overall leadership, direction and vision of the Aquum brand.

Downing will also be in charge of ensuring that the core Per Aquum values of making a difference through signature guest experiences, service and design remain central to the portfolio of retreats, resorts and residences.

“Over the last ten years, it has been clear that the teams involved have worked exceptionally hard to stay true to our identity and the Per Aquum brand DNA is still deeply embedded across the collection,” said Downing. “As joint venture partners in Per Aquum, both Minor Hotel Group and Universal Enterprises have expressed their commitment to keep Per Aquum strong, unique and independent, and with the added resources behind us I am confident that our brand will continue to be known as an innovative leader in the luxury sector.”

Prior to rejoining Per Aquum, Downing previously spent two years with Starwood Hotels as general manager of W Retreat Koh Samui and prior to that he spent four-and-a-half years at Ativa Hospitality Corporation.