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- Hilton Worldwide features a portfolio of more than 30 hotels either trading of under development in KSA with several new openings expected in 2015 -
Dubai - Hilton Worldwide, the world's fastest growing hospitality company,today announced the appointment of Kamel Ajami as Vice President of Operations for Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA).
Bringing a wealth of industry experience spanning 35 years, Ajami takes the helm of Hilton Worldwide's fast growing presence in KSA. The company is currently present with its Waldorf Astoria, Hilton, DoubleTree and Hilton Garden Inn brands - featuring a portfolio of eight trading properties and a pipeline of nearly 30 hotels currently under development.
"KSA presents opportunity for Hilton Worldwide and is significant in our fast-paced expansion across the region given its diversifying economic plans and role as a major outbound market," said, Rudi Jagersbacher, president, Middle East and Africa for Hilton Worldwide. "With our multi-brand presence here, and several new openings expected this year, Kamel's experience will ensure our operation continues to lead the industry in the Kingdom."
In his current position as Hilton Worldwide's Country General Manager for Jordan and Lebanon, Ajami boasts regional expertise overseeing properties in Levant,as well as the upcoming opening of Hilton Dead Sea Resort & Spa. Ajami has enjoyed an international career which has seen him work in countries including Egypt, Jordan, Kenya, and the UAE.
"KSA's hospitality sector is going through an exciting period with a number of new government initiatives in place to boost travel and tourism across the Kingdom," said,Kamel Ajami, vice president of operations, KSA, for Hilton Worldwide. "I am delighted to be embarking on this new position in the company and I look forward to working with the significant talent withinour ranks as we continue to build our presence."
A graduate of Hotel Management Administration in the UK and Cornell University's Hilton Worldwide GM Excellence programme, Ajami first joined Hilton Worldwide in 2000, taking general managerial positions at Hilton Sharm Waterfalls Resort; Hilton Abu Dhabi; and Hilton Hurghada Long Beach Resort.
In 2012, Ajami was promoted to his current role as Country Manager for Jordan, before having his responsibilities expanded to include Lebanon.
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