Husein Panju Recognized in Hozpitality's Best 30 HR Leaders Powerlist in the Middle East for 2025
Husein blends operational excellence with industry leadership, mentoring teams and guiding HR strategy to align Qatar’s hospitality vision with global best practices.
With an extraordinary 27-year career spanning seven countries, Husein Panju has been honored in Hozpitality's prestigious Best 30 HR Leaders Powerlist for 2025. Currently overseeing human resources for Hilton's Qatar portfolio, including Hilton Doha, Hilton The Pearl, and Fuwairit Kite Beach Resort, Panju brings unparalleled experience in managing diverse teams representing over 40 nationalities.
A true hospitality pioneer, Panju's career is marked by seven successful hotel openings, including his recent leadership through the high-profile FIFA World Cup period at Aleph Doha Residences and DoubleTree by Hilton Doha Al Sadd. His expertise extends from pre-opening strategies to brand transitions, having navigated complex scenarios from the Madinah Hilton launch to managing golf club operations and hotel school establishments.
Panju's academic foundation from Switzerland's International Hotel Management Institute and his Bachelor's in English Literature inform his unique leadership approach. His credentials as a Certified Human Resources Executive (AHLA) and Cornell-certified HR strategist complement his hands-on experience in developing talent across cultures. This rare combination has earned him Hilton's highest honors, including MEA HR Professional of the Year and recognition as the Arabian Peninsula's most commercially aware HR leader.
Beyond operational excellence, Panju has shaped the industry through mentorship and thought leadership, serving as a conference panellist and trainer while maintaining exceptional team satisfaction scores. His current focus on integrating Qatar's hospitality vision with global HR best practices continues to set new benchmarks in the region's evolving market.
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