The future of luxury hospitality with Sherief Abouelmagd, cluster GM of Steigenberger Doha
Sherief Abouelmajd, a seasoned hotelier with over 30 years of experience spanning the USA, North Africa, the Middle East and GCC countries, has a wealth of operational expertise. As general manager of the Steigenberger Hotel Doha, he reveals the latest hospitality trends and the strategies he has implemented to ensure the hotel delivers exceptional guest experiences.
Getting to know Imad Akil, GM of Centro Mada Amman by Rotana
With over two decades of experience in the hospitality industry, Imad Akil, GM of Centro Mada Amman by Rotana, has successfully led the opening of multiple hotels in the region. In addition, he has played a pivotal role in supporting Rotana’s head office through various field visits and corporate initiatives. We sat down with the accomplished hotelier to discuss the hotel’s sustainability pledge and how the Jordan’s hospitality sector is evolving.
Looking into the future of luxury hospitality with David Wilson
HN spoke with David Wilson, an industry veteran and GM of Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah, to find out what the future holds for the luxury property.
Embarking on a new adventure in Doha with Amjad Audat
As the newly appointed general manager of Le Méridien City Center Doha, Amjad Audat is an expert in strategic planning for hospitality organizations. Here, he tells us more about his career and plans for the property.
60 seconds with Charles Fisher, GM of Four Seasons Cairo at First Residence
An intrepid globetrotter, tenacious problem solver and luxury hospitality aficionado, Charles Fisher wears the various hats of a hotelier with ease. He brings more than two decades of experience to his current role as general manager of Four Seasons Cairo at First Residence, where we caught up with him for an exclusive interview.
Crafting exceptional guest experiences with Mehdi Zaanoun
Mehdi Zaanoun, a seasoned hospitality expert and the GM of Four Seasons Resort and Residences at The Pearl-Qatar, talks about his two decades of expertise in crafting extraordinary guest experiences through authentic and intuitive service.
Park Hyatt Dubai names Luis Cobo as its general manager
Park Hyatt Dubai has promoted hotel manager Luis Cobo to general manager. With a remarkable career spanning more than 18 years, paired with a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences, Cobo brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership to his new role at the 223-room property.
Karolina Paliszewska appointed new multi-property GM of Delta Hotels
Delta Hotels by Marriott Jumeirah Beach has appointed Karolina Paliszewska as its multi-property general manager. In her new role, Paliszewska will oversee all operations and facilities at three key Marriott properties, including Delta Hotels by Marriott Jumeriah Beach, Four Points by Sheraton Sheikh Zayed Road and Four Points by Sheraton Downtown Dubai.
Fredrik Blomqvist named new GM of Six Senses Southern Dunes KSA
Six Senses Southern Dunes, the first property that’s set to open in Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Project in late 2023, will have general manager Fredrik Blomqvist at its helm.
