Navigating the hospitality landscape in KSA with Anees Shinnara

Navigating the hospitality landscape in KSA with Anees Shinnara

As cluster GM of Vivid Jeddah Hotel, Annes Shinnara is recognized for his exceptional leadership skills and dedication to excellence. Here, we explore his views regarding the hospitality industry in KSA and the role of Vivid Jeddah Hotel.

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Hospitality on the agenda with Paul Stevens, COO of Accor’s premium

Hospitality on the agenda with Paul Stevens, COO of Accor’s premium

Based in Riyadh, Jadwa Investment KSA has successfully secured full ownership of Black Spoon via its food and beverage opportunities fund.

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60 seconds with Adrian Messerli, president of hotel operations, EMEA, at Four Seasons

60 seconds with Adrian Messerli, president of hotel operations, EMEA, at Four Seasons

Adrian Messerli, president of hotel operations, EMEA, at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, has had a remarkable career across borders. We learn more about his hospitality journey and where he believes the industry is heading.

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Catering to tomorrow’s hospitality with Paul Dunphy

Catering to tomorrow’s hospitality with Paul Dunphy

Paul Dunphy, general manager of Millennium Plaza Downtown Hotel Dubai, gives us a glimpse into how he and his team are preparing for the future of hospitality.

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Destination Bahrain with Thomas Flindt, GM of Sheraton Bahrain

Destination Bahrain with Thomas Flindt, GM of Sheraton Bahrain

From heading great restaurants and kitchens to meeting royals, presidents and celebrities, Thomas Flindt, GM of Sheraton Bahrain, has had some remarkable experiences over the course of his career. As the chair of Marriott Business Council Bahrain – KSA East, he discusses the country’s cherished hotel, which is undergoing extensive renovation and is poised to reopen soon.

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Hitting the airport with Pratibha Bankar

Hitting the airport with Pratibha Bankar

Pratibha Bankar was promoted to cluster GM of Premier Inn Abu Dhabi International Airport and Abu Dhabi Capital Centre in 2023. Here, she explains the unique features of an airport hotel.

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Elevating Cheval Maison The Palm Dubai’s Hospitality Experience with GM John Raffoul

Elevating Cheval Maison The Palm Dubai’s Hospitality Experience with GM John Raffoul

John Raffoul, GM at Cheval Maison The Palm Dubai, brings two decades of diverse hospitality expertise, from sales to F&B. He has demonstrated success in team leadership, team development, customer satisfaction, revenue generation, and enhancing profitability. Here, he shares his plans for the upcoming chapter with Cheval Maison The Palm Dubai.

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GCC trends and opportunities with Bassam Bou Sleiman

GCC trends and opportunities with Bassam Bou Sleiman

With the GCC excelling in the hospitality landscape, the newly appointed GM of Millennium Plaza Doha, Bassam Bou Sleiman, walks us through the market trends, opportunities and challenges.

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Beyond ‘Alya’ with Rabih Daher, CEO of Global Catering Services

Beyond ‘Alya’ with Rabih Daher, CEO of Global Catering Services

Rabih Daher, CEO of Global Catering Services, recently inaugurated Alya Restaurant, an upscale venue situated in Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi. Here, he shares details about the company behind it.

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Blending culinary traditions with Marwan Sardouk, corporate chef and culinary director of Amai gourmet restaurants

Blending culinary traditions with Marwan Sardouk, corporate chef and culinary director of Amai gourmet restaurants

Marwan Sardouk, the corporate chef and culinary director of Amai gourmet restaurants, is a master at blending French, Lebanese and Japanese influences.

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