The Shangri-La Group has appointed Amr Dwidar as account director of global sales for Saudi Arabia and Bahrain, as the hospitality group looks to strengthen its commercial presence in two of the Middle East’s fastest-growing markets.
Dwidar brings more than 18 years of experience in hospitality sales, marketing and business development across the Middle East and Africa. Prior to joining Shangri-La, he held senior roles at Marriott International and the Saudi Tourism Authority, where he led major global RFPs, developed strategic partnerships and supported revenue growth across the region.
In his new role, Dwidar will oversee key business segments including government, corporate, travel agencies and luxury partners, with a focus on expanding Shangri-La’s footprint across Saudi Arabia and Bahrain.
“My goal is to strengthen Shangri-La’s presence in Saudi Arabia and Bahrain through strategic partnerships and tailored solutions. I aim to drive revenue growth by leveraging data-driven insights and innovative sales strategies, while enhancing client engagement and loyalty through exceptional value and personalised experiences,” Dwidar said.
The Shangri-La Group said the appointment reflects its continued emphasis on strengthening global sales capabilities and building long-term partnerships to support growth in the Middle East.
