Christopher Hewett Email & Phone Number

United Arab Emirates

Ras Al-Khaimah, United Arab Emirates

Responsible for managing and developing Al Hamra's AED 1.5b hospitality and leisure portfolio. Key focus points include:- Day to Day Asset management of the existing assets in the portfolio- Assessing, implementing and overseeing new developments within the portfolio- Developing and implementing the group's 5 year strategic plan for the hospitality division- Reviewing and approving annual budgets of operating assets- Reviewing, approving and tracking pre-opening budgets and plans- Conducted and supervised hotel closures and opening pre and post COVID- Developed and implemented business protection strategies during the COVID-19 pandemic - Preparing monthly, quarterly and annual reports for the board- Reviewing and approving annual CAPEX and FF&E expenditure- Negotiating new and existing hotel management agreements - Liaising with senior regional management with our respective hotel partners- Renovating and rebranding existing hotel and F&B assets- Working with the General Managers of the operating assets to improve financial performance set annual business plans

Ras Al-Khaimah, United Arab Emirates

Dubai, Uae

In my role as Director, my day to day responsibilities included:• Providing various advisory services to clients across the region including, Market and Financial Feasibility Studies, Highest and Best Use Studies, Operational Reviews, Hotel Operator Search, Selection and Negotiation, Strategic Development Plans and Pre-Opening Budget and Profit and Loss Reviews.• Undertake extensive market research including interviews with hoteliers, government officials, and other key hotel and tourism stakeholders.• Conduct and lead project workshops with clients as part of specialised development assignments;• Extensive travel to key hotel and tourism markets in the GCC, wider Middle East, Africa, and Asia;• Preparation of detailed propriety financial models relating to hotel, serviced apartment, and mixed-use developments.• Responsible for key sales and marketing activities of the firm which include preparation of monthly press releases, industry contributions to local and international media, regular radio and television appearances, hosting and presenting keynote speeches at industry-related conferences and events.• Regular contributor for the Business Breakfast, Dubai Eye 103.8, Emirates 24/7 News, Hotelier Middle East Magazine, Gulf News, The National Newspaper and Oxford Business Review, amongst others.• Preparing and delivering detailed project proposals based on the specific needs and requirements of the client.• Conduct induction, training and continued development of junior colleagues within the firm.• Oversee and lead research consultants and analysts during assignments.• Analysis and comment on industry data and trends in the preparation of specialised industry research reports.• Responsible for the development and expansion of HotStats within the region, including marketing, sales, and media coverage of market reports.• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, hoteliers, industry professionals and other key stakeholders.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Key roles and responsibilities include:• Pre-opening operations for the Fairmont Residences• Responsible for concierge, a la carte and guest services at the Fairmont Residences, Golden Mile and Shoreline 7&8 on Palm Jumeirah• Liaison between apartment owners and the developer• Worked with 3rd party suppliers for building services• Established policies and procedures for new services and operations• Duty manager during weekends• Worked closely with the security and engineering departments for building handover

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Key roles and responsibilities include:• Responsible for overseeing four front of house departments with over 280 colleagues• Developed strategic development plans for growing and strengthening revenue generating departments• Implemented a new resort tour service which generated over AED 1.5 million in the first year of operation• Prepared tenders for 3rd party services and providers• Intiated a range of new services with the transportation department• Coordinated with the marketing department to increase awareness and promotions of the tour service• Worked closely with HR and recruitment to locate and hire new talent• Established colleague development plans for supervisors and manager which resulted in continued career progression• Awarded Head Concierge of Year in 2008, Dubai Concierge Awards• Awarded Concierge of the Year, Hotelier Middle East Awards

Leura, Sydney

Responsible for training students in rooms division operations. Training included on job training, situational decision making and effective operations management

Auckland, New Zealand

Bachelor'S Degree, Hospitality And Tourism Management

High School Certificate

Sixth Form Certificate