Noel Massoud is the new vice president of development in the Middle East. Noel Massoud is the new vice president of development in the Middle East.

Paramount Hotels & Resorts has appointed Jordanian national Noel Massoud as vice president of development in the Middle East.

Massoud will spearhead the development and launches of the group’s new hotels and resorts across key cities in the region.

Thomas van Vilet, CEO of PHR LZ-LLC, the licensee of Paramount Hotels & Resorts, praised their new addition, stating: “We are already in negotiation with developers for various projects around the world. Massoud’s appointment reflects our commitment to bring the Paramount-branded concept worldwide.”

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The industry veteran brings more than 30 years of experience with previous positions at Jinan Hotels & Resorts and Emirates Palace. He joins Paramount from his latest position as CEOO of the International Hotel Consultants.

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