Al Hokair Group announced the appointment of Omar Sami Samara as its chief executive officer for tourism and development. Founded in 1975, under the leadership of Sheikh Abdulmohsin Al Hokair, the group has an outstanding portfolio of 40+ hotels comprising more than 5,500 rooms across the Middle East.

Samara’s appointment is testament to Al Hokair’s commitment to ensuring the highest level of professional excellence to its associates and partners.

He has a proven track record in the industry and holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting, decision science and management information systems from George Mason University, Virginia, USA. During his exceptional career he has held senior executive roles in finance, investment and leadership with some leading companies in Saudi Arabia.