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Helen Leighton, Vice President, Luxury Brands, EMEA. “W Hotels has always been rooted in creativity and culture, and W Riyadh – KAFD is an expression of the brand’s design ethos, anticipatory service evolution, and immersive programming.”

As of July 2026, the Leading Hoteliers Network has completed a comprehensive verification of every significant General Manager and C-Suite opening across the Middle East and Africa. For our members who lead the world's most distinguished five-star and ultra-luxury hotels and resorts, this report is your strategic briefing. The following analysis focuses exclusively on the luxury and ultra-luxury tiers. Complete posting details, including ownership backgrounds, compensation pa

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Chedi Hospitality has appointed Milos Nedovic as Chief Asset & Investment Officer, further strengthening its leadership team as the company accelerates its growth while expanding its investment and asset management capabilities.

Amir Golbarg, Chief Operating Officer – Middle East & Africa, Minor Hotels: Our confidence in the Middle East has never wavered. Travellers are eager to resume both business and leisure travel across the region, and we're seeing strong momentum heading into Q3 2026. What's particularly encouraging is that this demand is returning while we continue to maintain pricing discipline and focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences. At the same time, we continue to invest in t

As of July 5, 2026, the Leading Hoteliers Network has completed a comprehensive verification of every significant General Manager and C-Suite opening across the Middle East and Africa. For our members who lead the world's most distinguished five-star and ultra-luxury hotels and resorts, this report is your strategic briefing. The following analysis focuses exclusively on the luxury and ultra-luxury tiers. Complete posting details, including ownership backgrounds, compensation

As of July 4, 2026, the Middle East hotel sector continues to navigate the bifurcated reality that has defined 2026: severe short-term operational pressure from the regional conflict that erupted on February 28, 2026, coexisting with extraordinary long-term confidence reflected in an all-time record construction pipeline of 717 projects and 177,110 rooms . The ceasefire announced on April 7, 2026, following five weeks of hostilities, has provided a foundation for gradual dema

Maher Abou Nasr, Managing Director - Saudi Arabia, IHG Hotels & Resorts, added: “Our growth in Saudi Arabia is intentional, ambitious, and closely aligned with the Kingdom’s future. Luxury & Lifestyle is becoming a defining part of that journey, as guests increasingly seek design-led, culturally connected, and memorable experiences. With 48 open hotels and 62 in the pipeline, we are proud to build on our 50-year legacy while creating lasting value for owners, guests, colleagu

Jerome Briet, Chief Development Officer, Europe, Middle East & Africa, Marriott International added, “This landmark deal with Blacksand reflects Marriott’s continued focus on diversifying our portfolio across Saudi Arabia to deliver meaningful hospitality experiences in line with the country's tourism priorities. From immersive resort escapes and design-led stays to vibrant social hubs and extended-stay living, we look forward to introducing a range of experiences tailored to

Haitham Mattar, Managing Director, India, Middle East & Africa, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said: “Being recognized as a top employer across multiple Middle Eastern markets is something we are incredibly proud of because it reflects the culture our colleagues have helped create every day. At IHG, taking care of people is at the heart of what we do. As we continue to grow across the region, this recognition reinforces the importance of fostering inclusive, high-performing environmen

As the Bürgenstock peace process unfolds in Switzerland, the Middle East hotel industry is navigating a pivotal moment—transitioning from the depths of crisis-driven disruption to a cautious, multi-billion-dollar recovery that is already redefining competitive dynamics across the region.

As of June 19, 2026, the Leading Hoteliers Network has completed a comprehensive verification of every significant General Manager and C-Suite opening across the Middle East and Africa. For our members who lead the world's most distinguished five-star and ultra-luxury hotels and resorts, this report is your strategic briefing. The following analysis focuses exclusively on the luxury and ultra-luxury tiers. Complete posting details, including ownership backgrounds, compensatio

Discover the top General Manager job openings available this week in Europe, United States, Canada, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Australia, Latin America, and North America. Links (for paying members only) take you directly to the official job postings and application forms. All in one place. It's so much easier. This week's list includes more than 200 General Manager positions worldwide:

With more than two decades of experience in luxury hospitality, Manish has built an impressive international career across some of the industry's most respected brands, much of it with Minor Hotels. He joined Anantara in 2006 as Director of F&B for Anantara Dhigu, Anantara Veli, and Naladhu Maldives, before progressing into senior leadership roles at renowned properties including Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort, Avani Seychelles Barbarons Resort & Spa, Anantara Hua Hin Resor

The Middle East hotel industry is navigating a complex transitional year in 2026. The region's construction pipeline has reached an all-time high of 717 active projects representing more than 177,000 rooms, driven by government-led tourism initiatives and economic diversification. Saudi Arabia dominates as the primary growth engine with 320 projects and nearly 80,000 rooms, anchored by a transformative national vision agenda. Egypt follows with a record 157 projects and more

Cluster Multi-Property General Manager | Luxury & Premium Hotel Portfolio | Philippines A senior cluster leadership opportunity overseeing multiple internationally branded hospitality assets across key Philippine destinations. The role requires exceptional multi-property operational expertise, strong commercial leadership, and the ability to align different teams, brands, and guest experience standards across a complex portfolio.... Go directly to job details- & application

Here is this week's list with the top 225+ General Manager job openings globally: Managing Director – Ultra-luxury destination resort development – Saudi Arabia Pre-Opening General Manager – Ultra-luxury city hotel development – Cairo, Egypt General Manager – Ultra-luxury island resort & spa – Labuan Bajo, Indonesia General Manager – 5* Lifestyle luxury city hotel – West Hollywood, United States General Manager – 5* Luxury city hotel – Hong Kong General Manager – 5* Historic

Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts continues to stand at the very pinnacle of the ultra-luxury hospitality sector, and the period from late 2025 into early 2026 has proven to be one of the most transformative in the brand's illustrious history. The portfolio now encompasses 29 operational properties across the globe, a number that reflects both organic growth and strategic acquisitions, with an ambitious roadmap in place to double the size of the portfolio by the year 2030 . This expa

As of May 29, 2026, the Middle East hotel sector stands at a critical juncture defined by the most severe exogenous shock since the COVID-19 pandemic, with the regional conflict that erupted on February 28, 2026, having fundamentally reshaped the operating landscape across the Gulf Cooperation Council. However, new data published just two days ago on May 18, 2026, by Lodging Econometrics reveals a striking divergence between short-term operational performance and long-term st

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As of May 25, 2026, the Leading Hoteliers Network has completed a comprehensive verification of every significant General Manager and C-Suite opening across the Middle East and Africa. For our members who lead the world's most distinguished five-star and ultra-luxury hotels and resorts, this report is your strategic briefing. The following analysis focuses exclusively on the luxury tier, incorporating both verified current openings and anticipated roles driven by the region's

As of 24 May 2026, the Middle East luxury hospitality sector presents an exceptional and rapidly expanding landscape of leadership opportunities for General Managers and C-suite executives. Despite ongoing geopolitical disruptions following the February 2026 conflict, the region’s hotel construction pipeline has reached an all-time record high of 717 projects and 177,110 rooms in Q1 2026, representing a 13 percent year-over-year increase. Saudi Arabia leads this expansion wit

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