Paul Stevens named new COO, Middle East, Turkey and Africa of Accor

Paul Stevens named new COO, Middle East, Turkey and Africa of Accor

Managing a fast-growing regional portfolio of strategic significance for Accor, Paul Stevens has been appointed chief operating officer of the Middle East, Turkey and Africa. He will overlook the brand’s premium, midscale and economy division.

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A new hospitality landscape with Federico J. González, CEO of Radisson Hotel Group 

A new hospitality landscape with Federico J. González, CEO of Radisson Hotel Group 

With extensive chief executive leadership experience in global hospitality, leisure and fast-moving consumer goods, Federico J. González CEO of Radisson Hotel Group believes that a true leader is one who serves. We took time out with the hotelier to discuss the market and some of the key trends shaping it. 

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An elevated restaurant experience with Marvin Alballi

An elevated restaurant experience with Marvin Alballi

Marvin Alballi is an award-winning food and beverage executive. With over two decades of international experience managing franchise chains, celebrity chef restaurants, independent establishments and global hotel F&B operations, he tells us more about his book “Restaurant Excellence” and the secrets of the trade.

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The unfathomed luxury of a tourism destination with John Pagano, CEO of Red Sea Global

The unfathomed luxury of a tourism destination with John Pagano, CEO of Red Sea Global

In an exclusive interview, John Pagano, the CEO of Red Sea Global, gives us a sneak peek into the ground-breaking regenerative tourism destination The Red Sea and discusses a bold plan to forge a new relationship between luxury tourism and the natural world.

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5 questions to Firas Mando, chairman of Almond & Beyond, Iraq 

5 questions to Firas Mando, chairman of Almond & Beyond, Iraq 

 In an interview for Hospitality News ME, Hodema consulting services caught up with Firas Mando, chairman of Almond & Beyond Iraq, to find out more about his pastry concept and how it is leaving a mark on the Iraqi pastry scene. 

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A passion for hospitality with Krystel Irani hotel manager Four Seasons Hotel DIFC

A passion for hospitality with Krystel Irani hotel manager Four Seasons Hotel DIFC

Krystel Irani, the passionate, people-driven hospitality leader at the helm of the Four Seasons Hotel DIFC, believes that people are capable of anything once they believe in themselves. In this interview, the talented hotel manager discusses her journey to the top and what she has planned for the property.

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A compelling encounter with the maverick of hospitality Naim Maadad

A compelling encounter with the maverick of hospitality Naim Maadad

With over 32 years of experience in the hospitality world across Australia, Asia and the Middle East in various senior management roles, Naim Maadad has launched and operated some of the world’s best hotels, resorts, spas and F&B venues. Here, he discusses the hospitality scene and why sustainability matters more than ever.

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Fauchon forward with Bani Haddad, founder and managing director of Aleph Hospitality

Fauchon forward with Bani Haddad, founder and managing director of Aleph Hospitality

In a candid chat with Hospitality News ME, Bani Haddad, founder and managing director of Aleph Hospitality, discusses his latest partnership with France-based Fauchon Hospitality and what he has in store for the future.  

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The language of luxury with Timothy Kelly

The language of luxury with Timothy Kelly

Nestled on the vibrant shores of Dubai, Atlantis The Royal reigns supreme as a luxurious escape. Spearheaded by the executive vice president and managing director, Timothy Kelly, whose unwavering commitment to delivering on promises and exceeding guest expectations has cemented Atlantis The Royal’s status as a premier destination, we hear what he has to say regarding the resort’s offerings.

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Neom in the spotlight with Peter Fitzhardinge

Neom in the spotlight with Peter Fitzhardinge

Built around cognitive cities, NEOM is unlike anything the world has ever seen. We find out what’s planned, with Peter Fitzhardinge, NEOM’s acting head of tourism.

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