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Syyaha
07-07-2025
- Business
- Syyaha
Shadi Suleman appointed Regional Vice President and General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 7th July 2025 – Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre announces the appointment of Shadi Suleman as Regional Vice President and General Manager, effective July 2025. This new chapter marks a meaningful return to Riyadh for Suleman, where his remarkable 23 years journey with Four Seasons first began in 2002. With a distinguished career spanning Syria, Turkey, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar, Suleman brings unparalleled operational expertise, deep regional knowledge, and a strong passion for exceptional service. Throughout his journey, he has played an instrumental role in shaping the guest experience at properties including Four Seasons Hotel Doha, Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano, Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus, Four Seasons Hotel Damascus and Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Tower. Under his leadership, Four Seasons Hotel Doha received major industry recognition including #1 Hotel in the Middle East and #5 in the World in the 2022 Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards. The hotel earned consecutive Forbes Five-Star ratings (2024–2025), a Five-Star award for its Spa in 2025, and Michelin Guide recognition for Nobu and Curiosa by Jean Georges. In his expanded role, Suleman will be pivotal in advancing Four Seasons strategic growth across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Alongside leading Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Tower, he will maintain oversight of operations at both Four Seasons Hotels in Qatar. A graduate of Damascus University with a bachelor's degree in business administration and hospitality management, Suleman is recognized for his people-first leadership style and comprehensive understanding of the hospitality landscape in the GCC and the wider Middle East. 'What matters most to me is building genuine connections with our guests and fostering a team culture that inspires the same level of care and engagement.' Suleman said. 'It's a true privilege to return to Riyadh in this new capacity. I'm honored to lead such an iconic property and contribute to Four Seasons continued expansion in Saudi Arabia. The Kingdom's hospitality landscape is evolving at an incredible pace, and I look forward to working with our outstanding teams to deliver the legendary Four Seasons experience'. Suleman added. Strategically located in the iconic Kingdom Tower, Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh offers an ideal setting for today's bleisure travelers—professionals who combine business with leisure. With direct access to Kingdom Mall and proximity to Riyadh's commercial hubs, the hotel offers a perfect setting for guests to balance meetings and downtime. Under Suleman's leadership, the property will further elevate this experience with tailored services and amenities. Guests can unwind in luxurious accommodations and enjoy world-class wellness facilities, including an outdoor pool, modern gym, and tranquil spa with signature treatments. Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre also offers a dynamic culinary scene that complements its luxury accommodations and wellness experiences. Guests can enjoy refined French cuisine at Café Boulud, exquisite pastries by Pierre Hermé, and signature cocktails in the elegant Tonic Bar. Under Suleman's leadership, these venues will continue to embody the Hotel's commitment to culinary excellence, appealing to both local gourmets and international travelers.
Time of India
09-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
The next chapter in Indian Luxury unfolded at the Condé Nast India Luxury Conclave 2025
If the future of Indian luxury needed a playbook, the Condé Nast India Luxury Conclave 2025 has just published the first few chapters. Held on May 6, 2025, at the Trident, Nariman Point, Mumbai, the Conclave brought together over 500 influential voices from fashion, beauty, design, travel, and more under one roof for a compelling evening of conversations, creativity and connections. The evening began with a rousing opening address by Sandeep Lodha, Managing Director, Condé Nast India , who set the tone with an introspective look at the new Indian luxury market and the role Condé Nast has been playing in shaping it. 'It's about shaping desires, elevating experiences, and telling stories that inspire. As luxury marketers, that's our core mission: to create aspirations, regardless of business cycles. At Condé Nast, we use culture as our lens and platform to spark aspirations.' The conversation started strong with Rochelle Pinto, Head of Editorial Content, Vogue India, moderating the opening panel titled 'Courting the Indian Luxury Consumer.' Joining her on stage were Farah Khan, Founder, Farah Khan Fine Jewellery; Rohan Vaziralli, Country Manager, Estée Lauder Companies India; Siddhartha Sacheti, CEO and Creative Director, Jaipur Gems and Shreshta Jana, General Manager, L'Oreal Luxe India. Together, they unpacked shifts in aspiration, brand storytelling and the rise of authenticity in luxury. The tempo picked up with a power-packed fireside chat between Salil Deshpande, Head of Editorial Content, Condé Nast Traveller India, and Kapil Chopra, Founder & CEO, The Postcard Hotel, as they explored the future of Indian hospitality and the role of storytelling and other insights in bringing out the India story. Next, the conversation turned homeward in 'Reinventing Luxury at Home,' a robust panel led by Komal Sharma, Head of Editorial Content, Architectural Digest India. The panel featured Sushant Pathak, Group Chief Marketing Officer, Stonex India; Priya Rustogi, Country Leader & CEO, Grohé; Yogesh Chaudhary, Director, Jaipur Rugs; Krupa Zubin, Principal Architect and Partner, ZZ Architects; Sukriti Sharma, Partner, Plusch Living and Frank Schloeder, Managing Director, Häfele South Asia. Together, they explored how Indian homes are becoming the new frontier of design-led luxury. One of the evening's most anticipated moments was the fireside chat between Che Kurrien, Head of Editorial Content, GQ India, and entrepreneur Anand S Ahuja, Co-founder & CEO, Bhaane, who had a compelling conversation on the evolution of menswear, the rise of streetwear and the redefinition of masculinity in fashion. The final knowledge drop came courtesy of Anurag Mathur, Partner, Bain & Company, who delivered a razor-sharp analysis of 'Trends Shaping the Indian Luxury Market,' an essential lens for any brand navigating this dynamic space. The night closed with cocktails, music, and what many called ''the best room in the business,'' a buzzing space where conversations flowed as easily as the champagne. Throughout the evening, Condé Nast India's Luxe Takes captured short, sharp video insights from over 50 industry leaders across beauty, fashion, design, hospitality, alcobev, and automotive, adding depth and insights to the conversations. From powerful keynotes to meaningful connections, the Luxury Conclave 2025 was a reflection of where India's luxury voice is headed. As Sandeep Lodha remarked in his closing, 'This is just the beginning. The new Indian luxury playbook is still being written and it's going to be authored by voices in this very room.' For collaboration opportunities or to know more, visit: or write at pr@ Brand Connect Initiative
Time of India
05-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
A celebration of vision, voice, and Indian luxury at its finest: Highlights from the Condé Nast India Luxury Conclave 2025
ET Spotlight ET Spotlight ET Spotlight ET Spotlight ET Spotlight If the future of Indian luxury needed a playbook, the Condé Nast India Luxury Conclave 2025 just published the first few chapters. Held on 6 May 2025 at the Trident, Nariman Point, Mumbai, the Conclave brought together over 500 influential voices from fashion, beauty, design, travel, and more under one roof for a compelling evening of conversations, creativity and evening began with a rousing opening address by Sandeep Lodha, Managing Director of Condé Nast India, who set the tone with an introspective look at the New Indian luxury market and the role Condé Nast has been playing in shaping it. 'It's about shaping desires, elevating experiences, and telling stories that inspire. As luxury marketers, that's our core mission:, regardless of business cycles. At Condé Nast, we useas our lens and platform to spark aspirations.'The conversation started strong with Rochelle Pinto, Head of Editorial Content, Vogue India, moderating the opening panel titled 'Courting the Indian Luxury Consumer.' Joining her on stage were Farah Khan, Founder of Farah Khan Fine Jewellery; Rohan Vaziralli, Country Manager at Estée Lauder Companies India; Siddhartha Sacheti, CEO and Creative Director at Jaipur Gems; and Shreshta Jana, General Manager, L'Oréal Luxe India. Together, they unpacked shifts in aspiration, brand storytelling and the rise of authenticity in tempo picked up with a power-packed fireside chat between Salil Deshpande, Head of Editorial Content, Condé Nast Traveller India, and Kapil Chopra, Founder & CEO of The Postcard Hotel, as they explored the future of Indian Hospitality and the role of storytelling and other insights in bringing out the India the conversation turned homeward in 'Reinventing Luxury at Home', a robust panel led by Komal Sharma, Head of Editorial Content, Architectural Digest India . The panel featured Sushant Pathak, Group Chief Marketing Officer at Stonex India; Priya Rustogi, Country Leader & CEO of Grohé; Yogesh Chaudhary, Director at Jaipur Rugs; Krupa Zubin, Principal Architect and Partner at ZZ Architects; Sukriti Sharma, Partner at Plusch Living; and Frank Schloeder, Managing Director at Häfele South Asia. Together, they explored how Indian homes are becoming the new frontier of design-led of the evening's most anticipated moments was the fireside chat between Che Kurrien, Head of Editorial Content, GQ India, and entrepreneur Anand S. Ahuja, Co-founder & CEO of Bhaane, who had a compelling conversation on the evolution of menswear, the rise of streetwear and the redefinition of masculinity in final knowledge drop came courtesy of Anurag Mathur, Partner at Bain & Company, who delivered a razor-sharp analysis of 'Trends Shaping the Indian Luxury Market,' an essential lens for any brand navigating this dynamic night closed with cocktails, music, and what many called 'the best room in the business', a buzzing space where conversations flowed as easily as the the evening, Condé Nast India's Luxe Takes captured short, sharp video insights from over 50 industry leaders across beauty, fashion, design, hospitality, alcobev, and automotive, adding depth and insights to the powerful keynotes to meaningful connections, the Luxury Conclave 2025 was a reflection of where India's luxury voice is Lodha remarked in his closing, 'This is just the beginning. The new Indian luxury playbook is still being written and it's going to be authored by voices in this very room.'For collaboration opportunities or to know more, click here or write at pr@
Morocco World
02-05-2025
- Business
- Morocco World
Swiss Expert Yves Mudry Takes Charge at Fairmont La Marina Rabat-Salé
Doha – A new chapter unfolds for Fairmont La Marina Rabat-Salé with the arrival of Swiss hospitality veteran Yves Mudry as General Manager. Inaugurated in 2022 on the Bouregreg riverbanks, the luxury establishment welcomes this seasoned professional who brings over two decades of international expertise to Morocco's emblematic hotel. With an educational foundation from the prestigious École hôtelière de Lausanne complemented by an MBA from Glion Institute of Higher Education completed between 2012-2016, Mudry has cultivated an impressive career trajectory within Accor Group's top-tier brands. His professional path began in Indonesia, where he served as Food and Beverage Manager at Le Meridien Nirwana Golf and Spa Resort in Bali from 1997 to 2000, before advancing to similar roles in Bangkok from 2000 to 2002. Mudry's career accelerated when he became Resident Manager at Le Royal Meridien Baan Taling Ngam in Thailand from 2002 to 2004. His talent for launching new properties became evident as he went on to open Le Meridien Angkor in Cambodia (2004-2007), Le Meridien Chiang Mai in Thailand (2007-2012), and worked on pre-opening project development for Le Meridien Saigon in Vietnam (2012-2013). After a brief stint as General Manager at Hotel Nendaz 4 Vallees and Spa in Switzerland, where he opened and launched a 4-star superior hotel complex with an integrated 2,200 sqm spa, Mudry returned to Asia. There, he showcased his talent at SO/Bangkok, an iconic hotel known for its avant-garde design, where he successfully balanced innovation with operational excellence from 2014 to 2017. His most recent position before joining Fairmont La Marina Rabat-Salé was at Raffles Jakarta, where he spent eight years elevating the property to a luxury benchmark in Southeast Asia. Under his leadership, the team achieved the 2018 Condé Nast Traveler Reader's Choice Awards, ranking #4 in Asia and #47 globally. Upon accepting this new role, Mudry stated: 'I am honored to join the Fairmont La Marina Rabat-Salé, a place of exception where contemporary elegance and the art of luxury converse with the Moroccan soul.' He added: 'Fairmont La Marina Rabat-Salé embodies a unique encounter between Moroccan heritage and international refinement.' He continued: 'With our teams, we have the ambition to magnify this balance by creating unforgettable experiences every day for travelers from around the world, cultivating excellence, authenticity, and the art of hospitality.' Driven by a long-term vision, Mudry advocates for hospitality grounded in finesse, sincere attention, and territorial anchoring. His management style, both demanding and human-centered, rests on a simple conviction: excellence is built daily with teams, for travelers. A jewel on the Bouregreg estuary Ideally situated on the Bouregreg estuary, just minutes from Rabat-Salé International Airport and a 10-minute drive from downtown, Fairmont La Marina Rabat-Salé stands as a tribute to modern Morocco, rooted in timeless traditions. The hotel is renowned for its refined architecture and panoramic views of the iconic Kasbah des Oudayas. Designed by the renowned Foster & Partners architecture firm in collaboration with Moroccan architect Abdelouahed Mountassir, the property houses a 186-room hotel including 27 suites. Among these are four Ocean Suites, four Heritage Suites, and a majestic Ambassador Suite, alongside a residential complex comprising 88 residences of timeless elegance. Beyond exceptional service, distinctive of the Fairmont brand, the establishment offers a wide range of farm-to-table and ocean-to-table culinary experiences through its three restaurants and bar, satisfying sophisticated travelers' palates. The hotel also features a fitness center and a year-round heated rooftop pool with breathtaking sunrise and sunset views and a 360° panorama of the region's iconic monuments. For business travelers seeking modular spaces equipped with cutting-edge technology, Fairmont La Marina Rabat-Salé's conference center offers nine meeting rooms, including a VIP Majliss, a majestic Ballroom, seven committee rooms, and an intuitive and passionate event planning service. In his LinkedIn profile, Mudry notes that this position marks his first time in Morocco, describing his start at Fairmont La Marina Rabat-Salé as 'an absolute wonder,' adding that 'the hotel, the team, and the city are all fantastic, making this a truly exciting chapter in my career.' This appointment signals a new era for Fairmont La Marina Rabat-Salé as it seeks to strengthen its position among the region's most prestigious hotel destinations, continuing the legacy of Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, which has been creating sumptuous addresses deeply connected to local culture and history since 1907. Read also: Morocco's Tourism Sector Records 16% Surge in Overnight Stays by February 2025 Tags: fairmont La Marina Rabat SaleHotels in Morocco
Yahoo
14-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
The Villa Group Resorts Nominated Again! Six Resorts in the Running for the 2025 Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards
PUERTO VALLARTA, Mexico, April 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- At The Villa Group Beach Resorts & Spas we are proud to announce that six of our resorts have been nominated for the third consecutive year to the 2025 Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards. This achievement reflects our more than 30 years of dedication to excellent service, and the loyalty of our incredible guests. As we celebrate our nominations, we would like to share some reasons why our award-winning resorts are contenders for the title of Best Western Resort in Mexico. From stunning views of our infinity pool to beachfront fun and gourmet experiences, here are the nominees: Villa La Valencia Beach Resort & Spa in Los Cabos – Featuring the longest lazy river in Los Cabos and spacious all-equipped suites. It has recently received a 4-Diamond award. Villa del Arco Beach Resort & Spa Cabo San Lucas – Known for its oceanfront suites and world-class dining experiences. Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Los Cabos – A luxurious tranquil escape along Medano Beach. Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit – Relaxation and serenity in the heart of Mexico's Pacific coast. Villa del Palmar Flamingos Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit – A family-friendly resort with fun activities for all ages Villa del Palmar Beach Resort & Spa Cabo San Lucas – Where families celebrate life's most joyful moments. The Condé Nast Awards honor excellence in the hospitality industry and are considered a standard for quality and distinction. With that in mind, we are the best choice for your next family vacation, offering amazing promotions tailored just for you. For more information about The Villa Group, please visit: "We are thrilled to be nominated for these awards," said Cesar Madera, recently appointed CEO of The Villa Group Resorts & Spas. "We would like to thank every guest and staff member, as this recognition reflects our commitment to create everlasting memories. We couldn't have achieved this without your support, and we would be grateful for your vote, once again". Voting is now open and runs through June 30, 2025. You can vote unlimited times and support all your favorite Villa Group Resorts. To vote, visit: Together, we can win! Cast your vote today! About The Villa Group:The Villa Group Resorts is a premier collection of all-inclusive resorts in Mexico known for its commitment to delivering exceptional vacation experiences. With properties in some of Mexico's most beautiful destinations, including Riviera Nayarit, Los Cabos, and Puerto Vallarta, The Villa Group Resorts offers choice hotels for travelers seeking luxury, comfort, and remarkable memories. Media Contact:Estefanía de PazPR Coordinator The Villa Group ResortsPhone: +1 800 831 1191Email: 393228@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE The Villa Group
