As the Chief Operating Officer at P.T. Surya Internusa Hotels, I oversaw the commercial, operational, and development plans for 11 branded hotels, including LXR Hilton, Melia Hotels, and BATIQA Hotels.

Responsible for the strategic leadership of all commercial, operational and development functions of an iconic and growing portfolio of 10 hotels, an 18 hole golf course and a Country Club spanning the Indonesian archipelago.

Responsible for the commercial performance of ten hotels in South East Asia. The portfolio includes both five-star Pan Pacific and four star PARKROYAL. Key focus on physical improvement and service execution. Leading strategic team of sales, revenue management and finance to achieve a balance scorecard. Implementing succession planning, executive development and operational training. Major projects include one rebranding, one new opening and several significant refurbishments.

Reporting to the COO and responsible for the financial and operational performance of a portfolio of 14 hotels located in the United Arab Emirates and the Sultanate of Oman.Managing a total inventory of 4,200 rooms under five different Rotana brands; five, four, three star and long stay residences. Successful opening of 3 hotels in 2014/15.Leading the hotel General Managers and their teams to make incremental performance improvements with a focus on consistency and sustainability.Accountable for maintaining strong relationships with hotel owners and their representatives.Serves on the Industry Development Committee for Abu Dhabi Tourism and Culture Authority.

Reporting to the CEO. Leading a team of 3500 employees, responsible for the management of 6 Hotels (1540 rooms) including the lifestyle brand Equarius Hotel and Ocean Villas. The food and beverage portfolio includes 40 outlets, 9,300 sqm of event space, all food and beverage operations in the casino, Universal Studios theme park, the Marine Life and Adventure Water Park. Additional responsibilities included the ESPA luxury spa and environmental services.

Reporting to the Area President, responsible for operations performance of 26 hotels located in Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam and the Philipines.Achieved a 3 point increase in guests satisfaction index across the portfolio.

Successful opening of new 'Halo' Marriott property in Thailand.Trip advisor overall satisfaction of 97%Listed in Conde Nast as one of the 'hottest' new opening hotels worldwide in 2010.Built a strong and balanced leadership team.Conducted orientation and JW Marriott cultural immersion for all associates.

High profile, high volume operation in renowned landmark in Orchard RoadOne of Marriott Intl highest fee earning hotels in Asia.Achieved record revenues and profits for two years consecutively in 2007 and 2008.Moved Hotel to 1st position in revpar competitive set.Sales and Marketing Team of the Year for Marriott Intl 2008Recognised by Hewitt as top ten employer in SingaporeRecognised by Marriott Intl for service to the community in 2007.

Responsibility for the operating performance of two properties.Served on Marriott and Ritz-Carlton Executive committee board for shared services."Talent Plus" certified by The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company L.L.C. Improved JW's market share position from 4 to 2 in Jakarta.Exceeded budgeted revenues and profits in 2005 and 2006.Recognised by Marriott Intl for F&B Excellence (2006).Recognised by Marriott Intl for Customer Service Excellence (2006)Actively involved in community relief project work.Responsible for opening of Marriott Executive Apartments in January 2007 (96 luxury serviced apartments in the heart of Jakarta's central business district)

Executive Committee responsibility for Food & Beverage.Recognised by Marriott Intl for Operations Excellence.Focus was on repositioning the ballroom and restaurants.Project managed refurbishment of 2 main restaurants, ballroom and hotel lobby.Launched $2m retail concept.

Consistently exceeded budgeted revenues and profits.Increased guest satisfaction index by over 10% (1999)Opened 200 cover new build Arabic Restaurant.Refurbishment, re concept and design of 3 restaurants (2000)Completed redesign of kitchen and back of house (2000)