Leading by example with Panos Panagis, GM and district director of Radisson Hotel Group Oman
Panos Panagis, general manager and district director of Radisson Hotel Group Oman, is a detail-oriented leader who always strives to bring out the best in people. In an exclusive interview with Hospitality News ME, Panagis discusses his empowering management style and the secret behind his success.
60 seconds with Jean Zakka CEO of Zakka Multitec
In an exclusive interview with Hospitality News ME, Jean Zakka, CEO of Zakka Multitec, talks about his firm’s activities and what’s in the pipeline.
Summer vibes with Daniel Khairallah, CEO of Rival Management Services LLC
A law school graduate, Daniel Khairallah, CEO of Rival Management Services LLC, found his calling in the world of hospitality.
Five minutes with Khaled Al Jamal
In an exclusive interview for Hospitality News ME, Hodema consulting services caught up with Khaled Al Jamal, GM of JW Marriott Riyadh, to find out more about the iconic hotel and what it is bringing to the Saudi hospitality scene.
Food stories with Mandarin Oriental Muscat’s executive chef Raymond Rjaily
In an exclusive interview, Raymond Rjaily, executive chef of the soon-to-open Mandarin Oriental, Muscat, reveals his passion for food through storytelling, local sourcing, sustainability and community engagement.
Aiming for the extraordinary with Jad Aboujaoude
Jad Aboujaoude, a passionate Lebanese F&B entrepreneur and the founder of Elements Hospitality, is known for his expertise in bringing innovative concepts to life. With ambition and dedication, he firmly believes that life is too short for ordinary pursuits. In an interview with Hospitality News ME, Aboujaoude shares the story behind his latest venture: Salmon Guru.
Five minutes with Andreas Wissdorf, multi-property GM of Marriott International in Kuwait
With over three decades of experience in international hotel operations and leadership in the hospitality industry, Andreas Wissdorf, multi-property general manager for Marriott International in Kuwait, is a seasoned professional. We discover more about Wissdorf and how he plans to navigate the future of The Marriott Executive Apartments Kuwait City.
St. Regis Gardens Dubai’s latest world-class dining destination
The St. Regis Gardens, situated atop Nakheel Mall and managed by The St. Regis Dubai, The Palm, is an exciting new project that is set to redefine the dining experience. The luxury destination will showcase a collection of five restaurants, each offering a distinct culinary experience.
Chef Tarek Alameddine forges new collaboration with Biomass Lebanon
Visionary chef Tarek Alameddine, known for his innovative culinary creations, is embarking on an exciting collaboration with Biomass.
The First Group launches a new hotel management division
The First Group expanded its presence in the GCC with the launch of a new dedicated hotel management division, which will provide third-party management services to owners and investors seeking to maximize the commercial potential of their hotel and hospitality assets. With a proven track record of launching and operating some of the UAE’s most successful upscale hotels and homegrown F&B brands, The First Group will leverage its expertise to offer best-in-class services and solutions to maximize the revenue-generating potential of clients’ assets.
