Full Biographies

Philippe Attia, President overseeing Managed Hotels Operations, boasts extensive senior management experience in global hospitality and leisure. With a rich background encompassing high-end establishments such as Dolce Hotels & Resorts, Occidental Hotels & Resorts, and The Walt Disney Company, he excels in guest experience management, luxury hotel operations, and resort development.

Attia's expertise extends to various facets of the industry, including spa destinations, MICE business, and upscale hotel openings across Europe and the US. Holding an MBA and CHA certification, he brings a wealth of knowledge and industry leadership. As a board director at the IACC and former CEO of Glion Institute of Higher Education, Switzerland, Attia demonstrates a commitment to industry advancement and international development.

Philippe Attia worked in 12 different countries and held several hospitality leadership positions such as, General Manager, Managing Director, Regional Director, Senior Vice-President and CEO. In his previous position for Dolce Hotels and Resorts as Senior Vice President Development for EMEA, and as Senior Vice President of Operations Europe, Philippe Attia was responsible for the operations of the Hotels & Resorts in Europe, and the company’s regional corporate office in Paris.