16. Alan Leibman, Chief Executive Officer, Kerzner International (Last year 21st)
Under the leadership of Leibman, Kerzner International is now moving into a new phase of Middle Eastern expansion beyond the boundaries of Dubai.
Overseeing 9000 employees across Kerzner International, Leibman’s number one goal for the future of the company is “to continue to provide amazing experiences and everlasting memories for our guests, develop committed passionate people and successfully develop and introduce both Atlantis and One&Only resorts in new markets”.
Kerzner currently operates three resorts in the Middle East; the iconic Atlantis The Palm, One&Only The Palm and One&Only Royal Mirage, all of which are located in Dubai.
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By the numbers
Number of years in role: 3.5
Number of years with company: 21
Number of Middle East operating hotels: 3
Number of Middle East pipeline hotels: 2
Top inspiration
“It was an absolute honour to have been approached for this job by the company’s founder Sol Kerzner. Thanks to his mentorship, I am what I am today”
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