Negotiating a franchise agreement: a 5-point checklist
At a time when the region’s FMCG firms face a challenging economic environment, it makes sense to increase the focus on international sales. Sam A. Jaoude, consultant and CEO of Madenlebanon LLC, shares a checklist of essential steps to getting export ready.
Navigating multi-property leadership with multi-property GM Saurav Puri
Saurav Puri, multi-property GM of The St. Regis Downtown Dubai, Delta Hotels by Marriott, Dubai Investments Park and Marriott Residences Al Barsha South, Dubai, reveals what it takes to lead diverse hotel brands while driving innovation, excellence and synergy.
Rising to the challenge with Bassam Zakaria of Dusit International
An award-winning hospitality professional with over two decades of experience at prestigious hotels across Europe and the Middle East, Bassam Zakaria is passionate about fostering teamwork, particularly in his current role as area general manager of Dusit International. We caught up with him to learn more about his responsibilities, how he handles challenges and the trends shaping decision making at Dusit.
5 franchising trends to watch in 2025
The hospitality franchising landscape is in the midst of change, with 2025 shaping up to be a transformative year for both franchisors and franchisees. Jad Shamseddin, COO of Aleph Hospitality, has the lowdown on five trends that are expected to be key drivers of success in the ever-evolving world of hotel franchising.
Three fire safety misconceptions that could put commercial kitchens at risk
Jan Waldow, business development manager vertical market hospitality EMEA, and Stanislava Garkova, EMEA product manager for restaurant fire suppression systems at Johnson Controls, are experts when it comes to fire safety. Here, they discuss the importance of a proper fire protection system design, its installation and maintenance.
A look at Kuwait’s hospitality sector with Rabih Al Atrash
In an exclusive interview, Rabih Al Atrash, GM of Arabella Beach Hotel, discusses the unique aspects of Kuwait’s hospitality sector. Furthermore, he reveals the key factors in managing a hotel in this dynamic environment.
Women in the lead with Odile De Groot, GM of Park Inn by Radisson Hotel Kuwait
Belgian adventurer and seasoned hotelier Odile De Groot is making a mark as GM of Park Inn by Radisson Hotel & Apartments Mahboula, Kuwait. Here, she tells us about her work, the importance of women empowerment and what she hopes to accomplish.
Exploring the role of F&B in hotels with Luis Vizcainon, GM of W Dubai – The Palm
Passionate hotelier Luis Vizcaino is fueled by his love for mixology, F&B concept, and hospitality. In this interview, he outlines why F&B in hotels is more important than ever before.
Destination Bahrain with Thomas Flindt, GM of Sheraton Bahrain
From heading great restaurants and kitchens to meeting royals, presidents and celebrities, Thomas Flindt, GM of Sheraton Bahrain, has had some remarkable experiences over the course of his career. As the chair of Marriott Business Council Bahrain – KSA East, he discusses the country’s cherished hotel, which is undergoing extensive renovation and is poised to reopen soon.
GCC trends and opportunities with Bassam Bou Sleiman
With the GCC excelling in the hospitality landscape, the newly appointed GM of Millennium Plaza Doha, Bassam Bou Sleiman, walks us through the market trends, opportunities and challenges.
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