Mohamed Awadalla of TIME Hotels Clinches Gold for Emirati/Arab Hospitality Leader of the Year
TIME Hotel’s CEO was recognized during the Middle East Hospitality Excellence Awards
In a stellar achievement, Mohamed Awadalla, the Chief Executive Officer of TIME Hotels, has been honored with the esteemed Gold Award for Emirati/Arab Hospitality Leader of the Year at the Middle East Hospitality Excellence Awards. The award was presented by Shubhojit Mahalanobis from Danube and Raj Bhatt, CEO of Hozpitality Group.
Bringing to bear an impressive international hospitality career spanning over 28 years, Awadalla has left an indelible mark on the industry. His journey includes notable stints with leading global hospitality giants such as Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts, Hilton International, and Rotana Hotels, and, in 2007, he assumed the role of Area Vice President at Layia Hospitalities. In 2012, he took the pivotal position of CEO at Time Hotels LLC Dubai, where his responsibilities encompass the overarching vision, future development, and commercial success of TIME's expanding portfolio in the Middle East and Northern Africa.
Under Awadalla's astute leadership, Time Hotels has rapidly emerged as one of the fastest-growing homegrown hotel chains, with a notable presence in the Middle East, Africa, and Europe. At the helm of a proficient Management and executive Team, he oversees the operations of two 4-star hotels and four hotel apartments in Dubai and Sharjah. His role extends to steering the development of new projects and driving expansion plans for the company.
Awadalla's expertise spans various facets of the hospitality industry, including hotel pre-opening, room division, and sales and marketing. His Gold Award for Emirati/Arab Hospitality Leader of the Year proves his impactful leadership and profound contributions to the hospitality landscape in the region.
Awadalla's accolade is not just a personal triumph but a recognition of his dedication to excellence and his pivotal role in propelling TIME Hotels to the forefront of the hospitality sector. As he continues to lead with vision and innovation, the industry can anticipate further milestones under his capable guidance.
Meela Seenarain
Dubai, United Arab Emirates UAE