United Hospitality Management, a global leader in hospitality asset development, has announced the appointment of Shadi Refai as its Cluster General Manager for the Arabella Beach Hotel Kuwait, Vignette Collection by IHG and a soon to be opened second hotel in Kuwait City, marking a key milestone as the company continues to strengthen its regional footprint and accelerate its  expansion across the Middle East.

Refai brings over two decades of international hospitality experience, with a career spanning leading luxury and upscale brands including Hilton, Shangri-La, Sofitel, Four Seasons, Wyndham and Centara.

His experience covers key global markets across the Middle East, Asia and the US, with a strong track record in hotel openings, operational leadership and driving commercial performance, said the United Hospitality Management in a statement.

He joins Arabella Beach Hotel Kuwait from Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah, where he served as Hotel Manager, overseeing day-to-day operations and contributing to the property’s commercial performance and positioning within one of Dubai’s most competitive beachfront destinations.

Prior to this, he held senior leadership roles including Director of Operations and General Manager, consistently delivering operational excellence and strong financial results, said the statement.

At Arabella Beach Hotel Kuwait, Refai will lead the hotel’s strategic and operational direction, with a clear focus on driving revenue growth, strengthening market positioning, and enhancing overall commercial performance.

His appointment comes at a time of strong momentum for the property, as it continues to expand its culinary, leisure, and lifestyle offerings to capture both domestic and regional demand. In addition, he will oversee a soon-to-be-unveiled hotel in Kuwait, further reinforcing the group’s long-term commitment to the Kuwaiti market.

On the appointment, Klaus Assmann, CEO, Middle East, India and Southeast Asia, United Hospitality Management, said: "Kuwait represents an important market for United Hospitality Management, and Arabella Beach Hotel Kuwait is our first property in Kuwait, plays a strategic role in our regional growth ambitions."

"Shadi’s appointment brings the leadership required to unlock the asset’s full commercial potential, strengthen its competitive positioning, and drive sustained performance. We are confident that under his direction, the hotel will further establish itself as a leading lifestyle destination in the market," he added.-TradeArabia News Service