Hashim Kuttipallerakath named among Hozpitality's Best 30 Most Popular Finance Leaders in the Middle East for 2023
Hashim Kuttipallerakath, Director of Finance at Aleph Hospitality, recognized among Hozpitality's Best 30 Most Popular Finance Leaders in the Middle East for 2023. With 20+ years of experience, he excels in pre-opening operations, financial management, and driving profitability.
Hashim Kuttipallerakath, the Director of Finance at La Maison Hotel, Doha has been recognized as one of Hozpitality's Best 30 Most Popular Finance Leaders in the Middle East for 2023. With over 20 years of extensive experience in the hospitality industry, Hashim has held senior leadership roles with renowned brands such as Dusit Hotels, Centara Hotels, Accor, IHG, and Qatar Airways.
Throughout his career, Hashim has demonstrated a proven track record of success, particularly in pre-opening operations. He has been instrumental in the successful opening of several hotels in Qatar and Saudi Arabia, including the remarkable pre-opening countdown of 75 days for La Maison Hotel Doha, a 448-key property. His strategic leadership and meticulous planning ensured a smooth and efficient opening just before the FIFA event in September 2022.
Hashim's expertise extends beyond operational efficiency to financial management and profitability. He is adept at managing costs without compromising the guest’s experience, and his strong leadership skills have consistently driven financial growth in diverse sectors of the hospitality industry. His ability to build and strengthen relationships with internal and external stakeholders has earned him solid credibility and trust within the industry.
During the challenging times of the pandemic, Hashim showcased his business acumen and resilience by successfully managing the finance and operations of a quarantine hotel in Doha. Despite the difficult circumstances, he achieved remarkable gross operating profits, surpassing expectations and outperforming other hotels in the market. His strategic insights and balanced temperament have been highly valued by his colleagues, who rely on his guidance in aligning financial and business metrics to support overall business strategy.
Hashim, an Indian national, holds an MBA in Hotel Operation Management and Financial Management, along with a bachelor’s degree in business economics from a reputed university in India. With a career spanning two decades, he has garnered invaluable experience with international hotel chains such as Accor, IHG, Movenpick Hotels & Resorts, Swiss Belhotel International, Centara Hotels & Resorts, and Dusit International.
Notable among his accomplishments are his contributions to various pre-opening projects, including Dusit Doha Hotel, Centara Grand Hotel West Bay Doha, The Oryx Airport Hotel Doha, Al Safwa Spa at Hamad International Airport, Zubarah Hotels & Resorts Doha, Swiss-Bel Hotel Doha, Sofitel Zam Zam Grand Hotel Makkah, and Mercure Grand Al Azizia Hotel Makkah. His expertise in financial administration, budgeting, forecasting, and corporate reporting has been instrumental in the success of these ventures.
Hashim Kuttipallerakath's inclusion among Hozpitality's Best 30 Most Popular Finance Leaders in the Middle East for 2023 is a testament to his outstanding achievements and expertise in the field of finance within the hospitality industry. His meticulous approach, strategic leadership, and ability to drive financial success while maintaining operational excellence make him an asset to Aleph Hospitality and the broader hospitality community.
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