REGIONAL LEADERSHIP

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 RatingLuxury.com is celebrating Peter van den Berg's outstanding hospitality journey.

From leading F&B operations at voco® Dubai to senior roles across Abu Dhabi, Cape Town, and Dubai, Peter has built a career defined by operational excellence, team leadership, menu innovation, and guest satisfaction.
A true hospitality professional, his success reflects dedication, discipline, and impact.

What sets Peter apart is his rare blend of pre-opening expertise, operational precision, and guest-first leadership — turning every venue into a standout hospitality experience. 

From launching Michelin-recognized destinations to leading 185-strong teams at One & Only's iconic cantilever, Hicham El-Mansouri exemplifies operational mastery in luxury hospitality.

At Atlantis The Royal, he earned "Best Opening of 2023" honors. At JA Resorts, he drove significant productivity gains post-pandemic. At Anantara, he elevated guest satisfaction while breaking revenue records.

Hicham doesn't just manage venues—he transforms them into award-winning experiences through strategic vision, team empowerment, and relentless commitment to excellence.

RatingLuxury.com proudly celebrates leaders like Hicham who set the standard for luxury hospitality across the Middle East—where operational discipline meets unforgettable guest journeys. 

In the distinguished world of luxury hospitality, few leaders possess the depth of expertise and transformative vision that Stefan Fuchs brings to every property he leads.

As General Manager of Giza Palace Hotel & Spa, a proud member of The Leading Hotels of the World, Stefan commands over two decades of exceptional leadership across the globe's most iconic luxury destinations—from the prestigious towers of Abu Dhabi to the tropical shores of Bali, and the pristine Arabian Gulf coastline of Ras Al Khaimah.

His track record speaks volumes: Elevating Jumeirah at Etihad Towers to benchmark status in the UAE capital. At AYANA Resort & Spa in Bali, he masterfully restructured a complex three-hotel operation, streamlining operations and strengthening market positioning while lifting guest satisfaction scores to new heights. At InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah, he transformed the 351-room island resort into a world-class Arabian Gulf retreat where mountains, desert, and sea converge.

Stefan doesn't follow trends in hospitality—he creates them. Today, he leads a magnificent 560-room property with five distinctive dining venues, blending royal Egyptian heritage with modern elegance just steps from the pyramids.

Stefan Fuchs doesn't just manage hotels—he elevates them into destinations where luxury is redefined and every moment becomes an unforgettable memory.

RatingLuxury.com is celebrating Tarun Kumar, The Director of Restaurants & Bars Sofitel Ras Al Khaimah Al Hamra Beach Resort who brings nearly a decade of luxury F&B leadership across the UAE, having directed operations for Forbes properties and iconic brands including Waldorf Astoria, InterContinental, Sofitel, and Swissôtel. 

He has successfully led complex multi-venue portfolios, driven significant profitability growth, and launched signature concepts like Siddharta Lounge by Buddha Bar. Known for elevating guest satisfaction to record highs and executing high-profile MICE events generating multi-million dirham revenues, Tarun combines operational excellence with strategic vision. 

His expertise spans venue repositioning, Forbes luxury service standards, and building high-performing teams across diverse resort and urban hotel environments.