Elena Sorlini Recognized Among Hozpitality's Best 30 Hospitality and Tourism Leaders in the Middle East for 2024
Elena has worked in the aviation sector for more than 20 years, and she brings an extensive array of operational, financial, and strategic knowledge to her position at Abu Dhabi Airports.
Hozpitality Group proudly announces that Elena Sorlini, MD and CEO of Abu Dhabi Airports, has been named one of the Top 30 Hospitality and Tourism Leaders in the Middle East for 2024.
With over 20 years of experience in the aviation industry, Elena brings a wealth of strategic, financial, and operational expertise to her role at Abu Dhabi Airports. As a senior executive, she has a proven track record of managing core and non-core infrastructure assets, with significant experience in the aviation, logistics, and energy sectors. Her leadership style is marked by a goal-oriented, hands-on approach, supported by strong influencing skills at both strategic and operational levels.
In addition to her role at Abu Dhabi Airports, Elena serves on the boards of several prominent organizations, including Etihad Airways, Abu Dhabi Aviation, and ADQ Aviation and Aerospace Services. Her extensive knowledge of regulatory frameworks across different industries and countries further enhances her ability to navigate the complexities of the aviation ecosystem.
Before joining Abu Dhabi Airports, Elena held various executive roles on a global scale, she served as VP of Strategic Planning at Oman Aviation Group and as Director of Strategy at Copenhagen Airports.
Elena holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, specializing in Planning and Control from Bocconi University, along with a Master’s degree in Corporate Finance. Additionally, she earned an Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) from Copenhagen Business School.
Meela Seenarain
Dubai, United Arab Emirates UAE