How Sharjah is planning to position itself as a tourism destination
HN sat with Elie Armaly, director of business development at Sharjah Development and Investment Authority (Shurooq), to answer that question.
AHIC 2021: 16 mega announcements during the show’s 17th edition
AHIC provided the launchpad for a number of hospitality startups and was the venue for several new hotel signings and industry announcements.
Discover a new glamping innovative experience: ENVI Lodges
ENVI Lodges is co-founded by Chris Nader and Noelle Homsy, both avid travelers and experts in the hospitality industry.
Aleph Hospitality appoints Jad Shamseddin as its COO for the Middle East
Jad Shamseddin will be responsible for developing Aleph Hospitality’s operations, leading the implementation of operational strategies.
Introducing Eighty6, a newly released B2B application set to revolutionize the food procurement industry in the GCC
Eighty6, an industry-leading online procurement tool, has been launched in the UAE with plans to expand to Saudi Arabia in the next three months.
Five minutes with Emma Banks, Hilton’s visionary hospitality executive
Emma Banks, VP F&B strategy and development EMEA of Hilton, is a multi-award winner, guest writer and seasoned hospitality professional. We spoke to her about the challenges and opportunities the industry is current witnessing and her own experiences.
Steering your career: Continuous learning
It is often said that personal and professional growth come from learning new skills. Abdul Kader Saadi, managing director of Glee Hospitality, discusses continuing education and its impact on employee retention.
Return of the vending machine
Coronavirus is revolutionizing the retail environment, changing consumer behavior and expectations. Consultant Chirine Salha investigates how vending machines are making a comeback in a new world of contactless interactions.
Rethinking your approach to budgeting
The Covid-19 pandemic broke out when most hotels had just begun implementing their 2020 budget, and very quickly things spiraled out of control. Consultant Chirine Salha tackles the topic of budgeting in uncertain times and provides tips on financial planning in a crisis.