Sultan Bader Al-Otaibi

Mr. Sultan Bader Al-Otaibi, the Chief Executive Officer of Dur Hospitality, is an inspirational visionary and impactful leader within the Middle East’s hospitality industry a proven track record of excellence in finance and asset management. With over 20 years of experience in various managerial and leadership roles at Dur Hospitality, Al-Otaibi has stood out for his numerous achievements. Having formerly held the position of Vice President of Property & Asset, he demonstrated his far-sighted strategic planning and astute decision-making by maximizing the returns of the company’s real estate assets portfolio. As the General Manager of Makarem Hospitality Group, Al-Otaibi oversaw the overall management of the Group’s properties (Hotels and Resorts) to guarantee seamless operations, harnessing his organizational and team management skills to ensure adherence to world-class hospitality standards. Recognized for his accomplishments in the industry, Mr. Sultan has recently been listed among the ‘Top 50 Travel and Tourism Leaders’ by Forbes ME, also being listed in the Power 50 list by Hotelier Middle East Magazine, he is also known for his active participation and contributions as a Member of the Tourism Committee at the Riyadh Chamber of Commerce. Driven by his passion for the hospitality industry, Al-Otaibi earned his master’s degree in International Hospitality Management from the Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management after receiving his bachelor’s degree in Accounting from King Saud University.