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A people-first and visionary thought leader with 25+ years of global experience at integrating strategy and innovation to deliver disruptive business transformation, growth and outstanding stakeholder value in the FMCG and Luxury Hospitality sectors.Solutions-focused with proven expertise in rebuilding & navigating organizations through world-changing shifts and challenging business cycles with commitment and integrity. A DEI advocate proficient at empowering multicultural teams to execute shared visions and experience success.An industry keynote speaker, panellist and trusted advisor with global fluency and insight.𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗚𝗬 & 𝗜𝗡𝗡𝗢𝗩𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡• Expanded global footprint from 5 to 55+ countries in 5 continents – launched Hunter’s Gourmet brand• Pioneered infusion of Luxury Hospitality customer focus and aesthetics into FMCG sector positioning Hunter Foods as a global trend leader • Revolutionized FMCG snacks sector in Japan & Middle East – secured segment leadership as Asia’s #1 Gourmet and “Better for You” snack manufacturer outpacing global competitors • Grew APAC & MEA portfolio from 13 to 191 properties at Preferred Hotels & Resorts• Developed innovative framework for Hyatt’s Marketing & Sales Business Planning 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘• Delivered 6x revenue growth in 9 years at Hunter Foods• Achieved 20x regional profit uplift for Preferred Hotels & Resorts• Attained record-breaking competitive REVPAR performance for the largest revenue generator in Hyatt Hotels Corporation portfolio𝗢𝗥𝗚𝗔𝗡𝗜𝗭𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗦𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡• Led 4 successful business turnarounds – stewarded operations in turbulent and pandemic-afflicted economies• Reinvented Hunter Foods business model to align with UAE’s visionary outlook and global trends• Defined competitive edge and influenced organizational change at Preferred Hotels & Resorts• Rapidly resuscitated business 6 months after 9/11 attacks surpassing competitors of Hyatt International’s flagship hotel Grand Hyatt Hong Kong to best ever REVPAR status𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣• Mentored 5+ regional SME entrepreneurs to scale up under the Endeavor Program – being an Endeavor Entrepreneur since 2019 • Identified and installed best-fit talent – built and developed leadership teams comprising specialists from global MNCs• Champion diversity, equity & inclusion – 60% women in leadership roles• Won “Family Business Entrepreneur of the Year 2019” –Stars of Business Leadership Awards 2019