Richard Haddad has joined as Chief Executive Officer for Ishraq Hospitality as of January of 2023. Previously CEO at Jannah Hotels and Resorts, he lead in remarkable double-digit growth in profits within his first year, opened a new branded hotel and finalized the acquisition of new property openings among a plethora of other achievements.

Over the course of his extensive career in the Middle East, Richard has also held managerial positions across renowned hotel groups in the Middle East, including the Director of Product Development in Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority.

As CEO, Richard is directly accountable for driving the successful and profitable results of Ishraq Hospitality, overseeing the daily operations for the eight-owned properties under IHG, including Holiday Inn Express (HIEX) hotels and Staybridge Suites as well as Crowne Plaza Deira and Crowne Plaza Dubai Jumeirah, with an exciting line-up of new hotels openings soon.