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Hozpitality Group Unveils Top Finance and Purchasing Leaders for 2025

On June 20, 2025, Hozpitality Group, a premier online platform catering to hospitality professionals, proudly presented the much-anticipated Hozpitality's Best 30 Finance and Purchase Leaders in the Middle East Powerlist. This initiative recognizes significant individuals excelling in financial management and procurement within the fast-paced hospitality sector in this vibrant region.

The selected leaders have shown exceptional qualities, agility, and commitment in their respective roles and the recognition process is notable for emphasizing peer input. Initially, industry peers nominated these leaders based on their impact within their organizations. Subsequently, nominees were subjected to an online voting process, allowing them to be acknowledged by their colleagues and associates, which highlights the respect they command due to their considerable contributions.

Raj Bhatt, CEO of Hozpitality Group, remarked, "In today’s rapidly changing and competitive landscape, overseeing finance and purchasing roles is becoming ever more crucial. These leaders are not only responsible for maintaining financial health but also integrate innovative approaches that promote efficiency and sustainable growth. We take immense pride in celebrating these accomplishments and spotlighting their indispensable roles within the hospitality domain."

The Powerlist features a diverse selection of figures, encompassing professionals from renowned global hotel chains to esteemed local establishments. They exemplify the rich reservoir of talent present in the Middle East's hospitality sector. Their areas of expertise include financial planning, cost management, vendor relations, and the effective utilization of advanced financial solutions.

This initiative represents Hozpitality Group's unwavering commitment to fostering excellence and giving due recognition to the vital yet often overlooked roles in various hospitality departments. By empowering peer recognition, it aims to inspire the next generation of finance and purchasing specialists while elevating the industry’s standards.

A comprehensive breakdown of the leaders featured in Hozpitality's Powerlist is set to be made accessible on the Hozpitality Group's official website, complete with individual profiles that detail their career trajectories, key achievements, and the substantial influence they wield within their respective firms and the broader industry landscape.

The following individuals have earned a spot on the esteemed Powerlist:

• - Aamir Ali, Complex Director Of Purchasing, Al Habtoor City Hotel Collection
• - Abdalla Rady, Director of Finance, TIME Hotels Management
• - Ahmed Bahgat, Purchasing Manager, The Chedi Hotel Muscat
• - Ahmed Magdy Fathy Abdelaziz, Complex Director of Finance, Al Habtoor City Hotel Collection
• - Ahmed Ameen, Director of Finance, The H Dubai
• - Anirudh Chaturvedi, Cluster Director of Finance, Novotel Dubai World Trade Centre/Ibis World Trade Centre
• - Ashish Aggarwal, Cluster Financial Controller, Al Habtoor Polo Resort
• - Asif Mahmood, Purchasing Manager, The Retreat Palm Dubai MGallery by Sofitel
• - Benedikt Schwerm, Area Director of Finance and Business Support, InterContinental Bahrain
• - Boney Pappachan, Cluster Financial Controller, Ayla Grand Hotel
• - Fazil Asharaf, Purchasing Manager, Aloft Abu Dhabi Hotel
• - Ganesh Talauliker, Director of Finance, Hilton Doha The Pearl
• - Handy Mahmoud Ibrahim, Financial Controller, The District Hotel Najran
• - Harsh Garg, Finance Manager, Canopy by Hilton Al Seef
• - Hashim Muhammed, Finance Manager, DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai M square
• - Hatem Ibrahim, Director of Finance, Bab Al Qasr Hotel & Residences
• - Hatem Zoher, Cluster Director of Finance, Marriott Marquis Dubai Creek and Hilton Dubai Creek Residences
• - Imad Tarazi, Director of Finance, Sheraton Dubai Creek Hotel & Towers
• - Madina Mohamed Osman, Director of Finance, Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah
• - Md. Javed Ali, Cluster Purchasing Manager, Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel/Coral Beach Resort/Coral Deira Dubai/Ecos Dubai Al Furjan Hotel
• - Mohammed Sajeev, Corporate Director of Procurement, TIME Hotels Management
• - Muhammad Amin, Cluster Director of Finance, Wyndham Hotels Ajman
• - Rajesh Kumar, Cluster Director of Finance, Fujairah Rotana Resort & Spa
• - Samer Abdelmonem, Director of Finance, Intercontinental Abu Dhabi
• - Sandeep Singh, Financial Controller, The Retreat Palm Dubai MGallery by Sofitel
• - Senthilraja Selvaraja, Procurement Manager, IMS Facilities & Projects Management
• - Sofio Fernandes, Financial Controller, Radisson Blu Resort, Fujairah
• - Sujith Joseph, Cluster Director of Finance, Hilton Garden Inn Dubai Jumeirah, Hilton Garden Inn Dubai Diera, Hampton by Hilton Dubai Airport
• - Wagih Serag, Finance Manager, Pyramisa Hotel Apartments Dubai
• - Zaid Al Khuzouz, Cluster Director of Finance & Business Support, Holiday Inn and Staybridge Suites Dubai Business Bay.

About Hozpitality Group

Hozpitality Group is a distinguished global hospitality platform that offers a wide range of services, including news aggregation, job listings, networking opportunities, awards, and event organization. Its strong presence spans the Middle East, North America, and Asia, aiming to connect hospitality professionals and organizations to foster excellence and drive growth in the industry. Visit www.hozpitality.com for more information.