As CEO of RAK Hospitality Holding, Alison Grinnell has been a driving force behind one of the region’s greatest hospitality success stories in 2021: Ras Al Khaimah.

The northern emirate had a triumphant year against the odds, often leading the way in the region in terms of occupancies or RevPAR.

Grinnell has four hotels in her remit, including two Hiltons, a Rixos resort and a lavish Ritz-Carlton property. Under her leadership, all four have done their bit in contributing to the Ras Al Khaimah story.

Into this year, expect to see a new hotel at the top of Jebel Jais, and the opening of the group’s landmark staff accommodation campus. Grinnell said: “Our development plans continue to ensure that we are as well placed as possible for 2022 and beyond.”

Anton Bawab

Head of operations, The Red Sea Development Company (TRSDC)

Saudi Arabia’s The Red Sea Project is one of the most ambitious giga-projects in the world. A postcard for the Saudi Vision 2030, it is a destination primed and ready to redefine hospitality and tourism on a global stage. Anton Bawab is heading up hospitality operations, which puts him in charge of 97 employees, 50 resorts and 8,000 hotel rooms.

While 2030 is still some time away, The Red Sea Project has already started to reimagine hospitality, as the first nine properties were unveiled in 2021. Boasting the likes of SLS, Jumeirah, Six Senses, Raffles and many other international brands. Much like the announcement of the Red Sea Project hotels, Bawab has made a powerful debut onto this list.

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