Unlocking the power of total rewards with Karim El Berkch

Unlocking the power of total rewards with Karim El Berkch

Karim El Berkchi, manager of Kempinski Hotel Muscat, draws on two decades of global luxury experience to illustrate how total rewards elevate team performance.

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Saudi Arabia’s luxury hospitality evolution with Fredrik Blomqvist

Saudi Arabia’s luxury hospitality evolution with Fredrik Blomqvist

Fredrik Blomqvist, general manager of Raffles Jeddah, discusses the city’s evolving luxury hospitality scene, emerging guest trends and how Raffles will blend legendary service with Jeddah’s unique character to create unforgettable, meaningful experiences.

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The craft of high-end dining in Dubai with Damiano Ruggiero, general manager of Signor Sassi

The craft of high-end dining in Dubai with Damiano Ruggiero, general manager of Signor Sassi

We sit down with Damiano Ruggiero, general manager of Signor Sassi, to explore how leadership, creativity and attention to detail shape Dubai’s Italian fine-dining experience.

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A tribute to heritage with Mahmoud Sakr, GM of The Chedi Muscat

A tribute to heritage with Mahmoud Sakr, GM of The Chedi Muscat

Muscat’s heritage deeply influences how general manager Mahmoud Sakr leads The Chedi Muscat. Here, he reveals the secret behind shaping unforgettable, culturally rich guest experiences.

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Shaping the future of the Middle East Industrial baking sector with Sachin Patil, industrial key account manager at Lesaffre Gulf FZE

Shaping the future of the Middle East Industrial baking sector with Sachin Patil, industrial key account manager at Lesaffre Gulf FZE

The Middle East’s industrial bakery sector is evolving fast, driven by changing consumer tastes, digitalization and sustainability. To unpack these trends, we spoke with Sachin Patil, industrial key account manager at Lesaffre Gulf FZE, who brings over 20 years of experience in FMCG and food industries. 

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Expansion plans on the menu with Karl Atallah, CEO and founder of Amar restaurants

Expansion plans on the menu with Karl Atallah, CEO and founder of Amar restaurants

By blending Lebanese tradition, modern innovation, immersive design and genuine, memorable guest connections, Amar restaurant group has successfully expanded its operations across Lebanon. We caught up with Karl Atallah, CEO and founder, to learn about the story behind the brand and its newest branches in KSA. 

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Exploring Signature Cave Cappadocia hotel with Cengiz Deveci, owner of HONEST GLOBAL

Exploring Signature Cave Cappadocia hotel with Cengiz Deveci, owner of HONEST GLOBAL

Cengiz Deveci, owner and chairman of the board of HONEST GLOBAL gives us a sneak peek into the first of its kind cave hotel in Türkiye: Signature Cave Cappadocia.

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Soulful hospitality in AlUla with Bhavesh Rawal, area GM of Ashar Valley

Soulful hospitality in AlUla with Bhavesh Rawal, area GM of Ashar Valley

In an exclusive interview, Bhavesh Rawal reveals how AlUla’s unique blend of heritage, nature and luxury creates transformative, authentic guest experiences in Ashar Valley.

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Catalyzing change through green investments with Sylvia MateI

Catalyzing change through green investments with Sylvia MateI

 Sylvia Matei, cluster general manager of Holiday Inn & Staybridge Al Maktoum, drives environmental change across two Dubai hotels. Here, she tells us more about her work and the sustainable investments that unite environmental responsibility, operational efficiency and purposeful guest experiences.

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Dubai hotels unpacked with Alain Khalife, general manager of JW Marriott Hotel Marina

Dubai hotels unpacked with Alain Khalife, general manager of JW Marriott Hotel Marina

Alain Khalife, general manager of JW Marriott Hotel Marina, sheds light on Dubai’s hospitality scene and the latest trends.

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