April 2019
Awards 2019
Meet The Judges Comprising some of the region’s key experts, Hotel & Catering News ME has rounded up the most knowledgeable names in the industry to make up the judging panel. The individuals have extensive knowledge of the key trends, opportunities, and challenges associated with the business and a wealth of experience spanning operations, investment, development, education, marketing, and consumer trends.
Katharine Le Quesne Managing director, HoCoSo
Le Quesne leads the operations at Hocoso, a company that work with clients to create the next generation of unique hospitality experiences through developing new concepts, products, optimising assets and portfolios, and spreading knowledge in the hospitality sector. Le Quesne has spent 25 years as a hotel advisor, working with owners, operators, and governments in emerging and developed markets all over the world. She has a particular specialisation in luxury, boutique, and resort products. She is also head of resorts at Glion Institute of Higher Education and a regular speaker at industry conferences.
Sidharth Mehta
Partner and head of building, construction, and real estate, KPMG Lower Gulf Limited Mehta joined KPMG UAE in 1999 and is currently an audit partner within KPMG’s infrastructure, government, and healthcare department. Over the years, he has gained significant experience in leading the audits of the real estate, construction, and engineering industry and is currently responsible for managing audits of several large local business groups and multinationals. Hotel & Catering NEWS ME
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