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 22 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 been featured in Hotelier Executive Power List, while also being listed among the Forbes Top 50 Travel and Tourism Leaders. Moreover, he is widely respected for his active engagement and valuable contributions as a member of the Tourism Committee at the Riyadh Chamber of Commerce. Al-Otaibi has been distinguished as a successful and influential figure at Dur Hospitality for his outstanding capabilities and vast experience in the field, leading by example and steering the company to new heights in aims to achieve the strategic objectives of the company that are in line with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030. Driven by his passion for the hospitality industry, he pursued a master's degree in International Hospitality Management from the Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management after completing his bachelor's degree in Accounting from King Saud University. He later continued his education at Cornell University, a renowned research institution.