Noelle Homsy named among Hozpitality's Best 30 Hospitality and Tourism Leaders in the Middle East for 2023
Noelle Homsy, Co-Founder at ENVI Lodges, has been recognized as one of the Best 30 Hospitality and Tourism Leaders in the Middle East by Hozpitality Group.
Noelle's journey is truly inspiring. She embarked on a unique path that eventually led her to make a significant impact in the hospitality and tourism industry. Starting with a dream of designing her own hotel and retiring on a Greek Island, she pursued a career in architecture. Her professional journey transitioned from architectural design and construction project management to overseeing claims, risk management, and arbitration cases related to real estate projects in the Middle East.
In 2017, Noelle's life took a new turn as she moved to Singapore to pursue her MBA. During her time in Southeast Asia, she explored the region extensively, visiting various eco-luxury camps. After completing her MBA, Noelle seized an opportunity to enter the hospitality industry, focusing on luxury hotel development in Dubai with a strong emphasis on experiential lodging. Her journey continued as she took on a leadership role in the hospitality and tourism practice at Grant Thornton UAE.
Noelle's passion for witnessing hotels come to life, and her commitment to responsible tourism eventually led her to establish ENVI Lodges. She has also shared her knowledge and insights through articles in local industry publications, particularly on topics related to traveler experiences and sustainability. Her influence extends to industry conferences where she serves as a guest keynote speaker. Notably, she has contributed as an advisory board member to The Hotel Show Dubai and The Hotel Show KSA and served on the jury for the Hotelier Middle East Awards in 2021.
Recognitions have followed Noelle's remarkable journey. In 2022, she was selected as one of the Top 50 most influential hoteliers in the MENA region, and in 2023, she was listed as part of the Hotelier Executive Power list. Furthermore, she is the proud recipient of the INSEAD Alumni Emerging Entrepreneur Award in 2022.
Noelle's impressive educational background includes an MBA from INSEAD, a master’s degree in engineering management, and a bachelor’s degree in architecture. Her diverse experiences and achievements make her a true trailblazer in the industry.
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