Shining a bright light on Cynthia Choueiri Bahout co-founder of Good Brands FzLLC
Shamaa, a UAE-based brand offering unique handmade candle boards, is the brainchild of Cynthia Choueiri Bahout. Here, she tells us more about the concept.
Francesco Pompilio at the helm Staybridge Suites Dubai Financial Centre & Staybridge Suites Dubai Internet City
Francesco Pompilio, cluster hotel manager of Staybridge Suites Dubai Financial Centre & Staybridge Suites Dubai Internet City, is a dedicated hotelier who is looking to create a positive impact on the new generation of hotels and hoteliers through his latest endeavor.
Tamer Farouk appointed general manager at Hilton Bahrain
Farouk will lead the team in all aspects of hotel operations, from marketing and hotel administration to guest services and satisfaction.
InterContinental Cairo Citystars welcomes new hotel manager
Zaki brings an experience that spans over 20 years in the hospitality sector at some of the world’s leading hotel groups
Lebanese industry on the rise despite obstacles
On National Industry Day, Eng. Mounir Bissat, secretary of foreign relations of the Association of Lebanese Industrialists (ALI), a body which deals with both economic and social issues concerning business and advocates a policy of balanced industrial development for all Lebanese regions, highlighted Lebanon’s potential and the achievements of the Lebanese industry for the past two years.
Andy Nicholson appointed as GM and director of experience at Inside Burj Al Arab
Nicholson will help bring Inside Burj Al Arab to life as a premium experience at the “original home of luxury.”
A world of soaps with Senteurs d’Orient
Sarah Akkari, CEO of Senteurs d’Orient USA, has an unwavering passion for the world of beauty, product innovation and development, fragrances and design. Since joining Senteurs d’Orient in 2015, she has been on her greatest adventure. We learn more about Akkari’s journey.
Barbar restaurants expands in the Middle East
The famous Lebanese restaurant Barbar is expanding its operations in the Middle East. Having recently announced a partnership with Kitch, a cloud kitchen operator, we sat with Ali Ghaziri, Barbar’s COO, to learn more about the brand’s upcoming plans.
KSA through the eyes of hotelier Hans Schiller
Hans Schiller, GM of Hilton Riyadh and Residences, believes that passion and attitude are core factors to success. Here, the accomplished hotelier discusses the Saudi market.
Ilili restaurant, the Lebanese food reference, expands beyond New York
The culinary journey of Philippe Massoud, executive chef, CEO and owner of ilili, is embedded in the rich heritage of Lebanese cuisine and hospitality. Inspired to bring Lebanese food to the forefront, Massoud opened ilili in 2007 in New York City’s Flatiron District. We learn more about the brand and its recent expansion.
