He is also a board member of Hassad Food Company and the Qatari national committee for the International Chamber of Commerce. 5,329 Followers, 97 Following, 58 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Katara Hospitality (@katarahospitality) It is part of The Luxury Collection. [25], Qetaifan Projects Company was launched in October 2017 to oversee development projects in Qetaifan Island North in Lusail. A lawyer by profession, Al Thawadi previously served as General Counsel for Qatar Investment Authority and Qatar Holding, entities founded by the State of Qatar in 2005 to strengthen the national economy by diversifying into new asset classes and growing Qatar’s long-term strategic investments. Katara Hospitality, formerly known as Qatar National Hotels Company, is the largest hotel owner, developer and operator in Qatar. Katara Hospitality’s portfolio has grown to include 40 owned and/or managed hotels and the company is now focused on achieving its target of 60 hotels in its portfolio by 2026. The deal came after a donors conference geared towards Comoros was hosted by Qatar in March 2010. For the past 12 years, I have been working at Qatari Diar Real Estate Investment Company/ Lusail Real Estate Development Company, Doha – Qatar as the Personal Assistant to the CEO of Lusail. His appointment in March 2011 as Secretary General followed on from his role as Chief Executive Officer in Qatar’s 2022 Bid Committee, in which he worked closely with Bid Chairman, H.E. [12], In 2012, Katara had a portfolio of 24 hotels. Hotels it owns include The Peninsula Paris and the Royal Monceau Raffles Paris. With 50 years’ of experience in the industry, Katara Hospitality actively pursues its strategic expansion plans by investing in peerless hotels in Qatar while growing its collection of iconic properties in key international markets. Eigentümer. Katara Hospitality is a global hotel owner, developer and operator, based in Qatar. Katara Hospitality is a global hotel owner, developer and operator, based in Qatar. We envisage bringing to Doha authentic cuisines from all over the world and we go a step ahead by creating a unique ambiance to our restaurants yet maintain the rich tradition and culture of Qatar. It continues to partner with trusted brands that share its pursuit for excellence, its core … Presentes na Africa desde mais de 40 anos, estamos conscientes das necessidades importantes e do desenvolvimento forte nesse continente em termos de hotelaria de qualidade. All rights reserved. [23] MHG directs hotels under its brands, which include The Bürgenstock Selection and Murwab Hotels. [21][22], Katara Hospitality has separate operating division known as Murwab Hotels Group (MHG). Sub-Saharan hospitality investment platform Kasada Capital Management has reached an initial close on its Kasada Hospitality Fund LP, with equity commitments of more than $500 million. It is little wonder that Katara Hospitality is enjoying 2014. Provider of hospitality services based in Qatar. [19], In Switzerland, the company has invested $1 billion into renovating the Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne, which it owns. [20], In the Netherlands, Katara Hospitality own the Amstel Hotel run by the Intercontinental Group. Share on Facebook Share on Twitter. [8] 'Katara' derives its name from the common spelling used for 'Qatar' by ancient cartographers. Katara Hospitality, previously known as Qatar National Hotels, is a hospitality owner, manager and developer, aiming to become one of the leading hospitality organisations in the world. He also was the Chairman of Dhofar Tourism Company in Oman and a Board Member of GVE in France. The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Katara Hospitality, Hamad Abdulla Al Mulla, delivered a keynote speech. With more than 45 years’ experience in the industry, Katara Hospitality actively pursues its strategic expansion plans by investing in peerless hotels in Qatar while growing its collection … His Excellency Sheikh Nawaf also served as a member of the board of FRHI Holding Limited from 2012 until 2016 and was a Board Member in Qatari Diar Real Estate Company from 2004 until 2011. CEO de Katara Hospitality. [7] Eventually, in 2012, QNH was rebranded under its current form, Katara Hospitality. His Excellency Sheikh Nawaf bin Jassim bin Jabor Al-Thani was appointed as Chairman of the Board of Directors of Katara Hospitality in December 2003, after a successful career at Qatar Airways. … CEO de Katara Hospitality Par Franck Demaury - 25 janvier 2017 PDG, CEO, Fondateur/Fondatrice, Chargé(e) de marketing ou de communication, découvrez chaque mercredi le portrait d’un acteur du luxe. Hotels operating in Qatar include Al Messila, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Doha, Mövenpick Hotel Doha, Sealine Beach, a Murwab Resort, Sharq Village & Spa, Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel, Simaisma, a Murwab Resort, Somerset West Bay Doha, The Avenue, a Murwab Hotel and The Ritz-Carlton, Doha. [1], Katara Hospitality acquired full ownership of New York City's Plaza Hotel in July 2018 after buying the hotel's ownership stakes from Sahara India Pariwar, and from Ben Ashkenazy and Al-Waleed bin Talal. I am working with Katara Hospitality as Executive Assistant to the CEO. KATARA HOSPITALITY has 80 employees at this location and generates $4.83 million in sales (USD). CEO, Aspire Katara Hospitality 2010 In October, Aspire Katara Hospitality (AKH) joined the hospitality market industry with its first restaurant; Sukar Pasha Ottoman Lounge. Have been a member of the Board of Directors of Nebras Power since 2014. Die Investitionssumme beläuft sich insgesamt auf ca. We support our business partners in their ventures through management and consultancy services, high monitoring standards and quality assurance. When His Excellency Sheikh Nawaf took over Katara Hospitality, he grasped the company’s vast potential and its continuing influence and importance in presenting Qatar to the world. Currently, the hospitality major has 42 hotels with more than 25,000 rooms. Katara Hospitality General Information Description. Aspire Katara Hospitality (AKH) specializes in the field of hospitality and leisure. A Qatari National holding a degree in business Administration from Qatar University majoring in Finance and Accounting. That year, it acquired Egypt's Renaissance Sharm El Sheikh Resort. QNA Doha Katara Hospitality plans to raise the number of hotels under its management to nearly 60 by 2030, its Chairman Sheikh Nawaf bin Jassim bin Jabor Al Thani has said. [3] As of 2016, the company owns properties in Qatar, Egypt, Morocco, the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Singapore, The Netherlands, the United States, Switzerland, Spain and Thailand. Under his guidance, Katara Hospitality not only achieved great stability before moving on to growth, but has surpassed all expectations. It had about 4,000 rooms in 2000, the chairman said, illustrating the company’s development over the years and vowed not to stop expanding. The portfolio currently includes 26 properties and projects. [4] The company have a portfolio of 40 hotels in mid-2019. He holds the position of Secretary General of the Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy, the organization responsible for coordinating amongst public and private Qatari entities to ensure that infrastructure and development projects are delivered in readiness for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. 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Sébastian Bazin, Chairman e CEO da AccorHotels, fala: “Estou muito satisfeito de anunciar esta aliança estratégica com um parceiro importante como Katara Hospitality. Hamad Abdulla Al-Mulla, CEO and board member of Katara… Hotels Katara Hospitality is an experienced investor in the hospitality sector, with a dynamic team that understands the distinctive needs of the markets within which the company operates. [2], World Travel Awards named Katara Hospitality as the "World's Leading Hospitality Company" in 2013, 2014 and 2015. A Qatari national born in Doha, and graduated from Qatar University with a bachelor degree in Commerce and Business Administration. [11] In a partnership with the premier Spanish football division, La Liga, Katara Hospitality launched the first-ever "La Liga lounge" at the Sheraton Resort in Doha in March 2017. He joined Qatar Investment Authority in 2010, currently over senior member of the Local Portfolio Department with a focus on Corporate Governance and Real Estate. As of 2016, the company owns properties in Qatar, Egypt, Morocco, the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Singapore, The Netherlands, the United States, Switzerland, Spain and Thailand. His Excellency Yousef bin Mohamed Al-Othman Fakhroo has been a member of the Board of Directors of Katara Hospitality since 2006. Hamad A Al Mulla, CEO and Board Member , Katara Hospitality Katara Hospitality, formerly known as Qatar National Hotels Company, is the largest hotel owner, developer and operator in Qatar. It was built in the coastal Qatari town of Simaisma in an effort to increase tourism to the area. [10], Katara Hospitality opened Sheraton Doha Resort & Convention Hotel in 1982. Katara Hospitality is a global hotel owner, developer and operator, based in Qatar. Katara Hospitality CEO Hamad Abdulla Al-Mulla. In his 16 years as Chairman of the company, Katara Hospitality has emerged as one of the world’s largest and most profitable hospitality organisations. [16], In the Gambia, the company signed a deal with the Gambian government in October 2012 to build a $200 million resort next to Banjul, the capital.[17]. [13] By mid-2017, the company had increased its portfolio to 40 hotels. [14], In April 2010, QNH signed a deal with the Comoran government to build a $70 million hotel resort in Comoros. Katara Hospitality recently announced its decision to manage the new Saraya Corniche Hotel under Murwab Hotel Group. [15], Morocco and the QNH signed a $55 million deal in November 2011 to refurbish the Tazi Palace, located in Tangier. With offices and experience from coast to coast, Katerra’s team has a track record of delivering sophisticated and cost-effective projects for clients across a range of market sectors and building types. PDG, CEO, Fondateur/Fondatrice, Chargé(e) de marketing ou de communication, découvrez chaque mercredi le portrait d’un acteur du … Al Thawadi is a graduate in Law from the University of Sheffield and speaks four languages. [9], Several Qatar-based hotels are owned by the company, and there are many projects currently in construction. All content is posted anonymously by employees working at Aspire Katara Hospitality. Among many other positions, he has served as CEO for The Restaurant Group and also for The Hospitality Group, Managing Partner for several concepts. There are 443 companies in the KATARA HOSPITALITY corporate family. Starting his career at Qatar Petroleum, he has acquired a strong background in various industry sectors and business fields including Information Technology, Banking, Human Resources, Project Management, Event Management and Hospitality. Currently, His Excellency Yousef bin Mohamed Al-Othman Fakhroo is the Minister of Administrative Development, Labor and Social Affairs, previously, he was the undersecretary of the Ministry of Administrative Development, Labor and Social Affairs position, General Manager – Human Capital at Qatar National Bank. Hamad Al Mulla, CEO of Katara Hospitality, added: “Somerset West Bay Doha has established its reputation as one of Qatar’s most popular serviced … The company have a portfolio of 40 hotels in mid-2019. and Chairman of the Jassim and Hamad bin Jassim Charitable Foundation, and a member of the Board of Directors of AccorHotels. © 2013 Katara Hospitality. [5], Katara Hospitality's first international investment came in 2006, under its previous identity, Qatar National Hotels Company (QNH). Recently, His Excellency Sheikh Nawaf has been appointed as a Member of the Board of National Tourism Council. Katara Hospitality was launched in 2012 as a platform for growth for Qatar’s tourism industry, with the goals of 30 hotels by 2016 and 30 more by 2030. Construction Services. Katara Hospitality CEO Hamad Abdulla Al-Mulla has a firm idea about where his Qatar-based company is heading and how it’s going to get there. Speaking exclusively to Natalie Hami, CEO, Katara Hospitality, Hamad Abdulla Al-Mulla shares the hotel giant s plans for the brand new year, 2014 TTG: What is Katara Hospitality s main focus for 2014? [6] In 1993, this company was replaced by Qatar Nationals Hotel Company. His vision was shaped by contemporary influences and called for a complete overhaul of goals through a combined approach of innovative design, unique locations and warm hospitality. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Thani, promoting Qatar’s ultimately successful attempt to bring the FIFA World Cup to the Middle East for the first time. [24], In February 2016, the group launched Simaisma Resort. 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