Atmosphere Core, an international hospitality leader, has appointed two seasoned professionals to strengthen its leadership team. Alain Camille Trefois takes on the role of General Manager at OBLU NATURE Helengeli by SENTIDO, a celebrated 4-star superior resort renowned for its exceptional diving. Meanwhile, Mohammed Belhacen steps into the position of Cluster Director of Revenue for Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts and COLOURS OF OBLU brands, overseeing seven resorts.
Alain Trefois Appointed General Manager of OBLU NATURE Helengeli by SENTIDO
With four decades of international experience, Alain Trefois will lead the team at Helengeli Island. Throughout his distinguished career, Alain has held senior leadership roles in hospitality across Belgium, France, the Maldives, Spain, Switzerland, and the UK, specializing in luxury hotel and resort operations. His expertise spans food and beverage, rooms division, spa and wellness, and transforming properties into award-winning destinations. Alain is known for fostering high-performing teams and is fluent in Dutch, English, French, Spanish, and German, making him a true global citizen and an asset to the multicultural hospitality landscape.
Reflecting on his new role, Alain shared, “Helengeli Island is a paradise rooted in nature, offering an extraordinary house reef and world-class diving. The island’s tranquil charm resonates deeply with me, and I look forward to enhancing the guest experience here. My hands-on leadership style will ensure our team’s creativity and growth, helping us deliver unforgettable moments for travellers from all over the world.”
Mohammed Belhacen Appointed Cluster Director of Revenue
Mohammed Belhacen joins the corporate team as Cluster Director of Revenue for Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts and COLOURS OF OBLU brands, managing revenue strategies across seven resorts. A French national with global expertise, Mohammed has an extensive background in revenue management across Canada, France, Morocco, Switzerland, and the UK. His career includes senior leadership positions with prestigious brands like Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts, where he most recently led revenue management for the Moroccan portfolio.
Mohammed is recognized for his ability to drive profitability through strategic forecasting, market analytics, and pricing optimization. In his new role, he aims to bring innovative revenue strategies to Atmosphere Core’s portfolio, ensuring sustainable growth. “Revenue management is about balancing all elements—optimizing pricing, maximizing occupancy, and creating seamless strategies. I’m excited to collaborate with the team to develop new approaches that will drive success across these incredible resorts,” he said.
Ashwin Handa, Senior Vice President of Operations at Atmosphere Core, commented, “At Atmosphere Core, our focus on the ‘Joy of Giving’ empowers teams to deliver unforgettable guest experiences. Alain’s inspiring leadership and operational excellence, paired with Mohammed’s strategic expertise in revenue management, will be instrumental in elevating both guest experiences and long-term growth across our resorts.”
