## 📈 Cinnamon Hotels Drives Gender Inclusion in Hospitality

Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts reports a significant push toward gender parity, outperforming the national industry average in a bid to reshape Sri Lanka's workforce dynamics. • Workforce Representation: Female participation has reached 19.5%, nearly double the national hospitality average of roughly 10%. The group is on track for its 2030 target of 30% representation. • Leadership Benchmarks: Women now hold 22% of leadership positions across the group, aiming to dismantle social stigmas and misconceptions surrounding careers in tourism for women. • Strategic Appointments: The group appointed its second female Resort Manager, Thanuja Mudiyanselage, at Trinco Blu by Cinnamon. This move emphasizes leadership pathways for local talent and focuses on mentoring female staff and single mothers. • Institutional Impact: Through the EmpowerHER Network and specialized workshops, the group is transitioning the hospitality sector into a safe, secure, and empowering environment, fostering essential skill development and community engagement. _Data based on latest corporate disclosures as of January 2026._