Minor Hotels, a global hospitality leader with more than 640 properties in operation and under development across 66 countries in Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, Europe and the Americas, has appointed Tamer Khedr as Managing Director, Minor Hotels Egypt. The appointment marks an important milestone in the group's long-term growth strategy for one of its most significant emerging markets.
The newly created role reflects Minor Hotels' commitment to establishing a dedicated leadership structure in Egypt as the company accelerates its expansion plans across the country. As Managing Director of Minor Hotels Egypt, Tamer will oversee the group's operations and development activities, supporting portfolio growth while ensuring operational excellence across existing and future properties.
A highly respected hospitality leader with more than two decades of industry experience, Tamer brings extensive expertise across hotel operations, asset management, owner representation and large-scale mixed-use developments. He joins Minor Hotels from DO Hotels, where he served as Chief Executive Officer. Prior to this, he held senior leadership positions including Head of Hospitality and Owner Representative for Emaar Hospitality Group's North Coast developments in Egypt, with an operations background at Emaar Hospitality Group, Baron Palace Sahl Hasheesh, and at Shangri-La Dubai. Throughout his career, he has built a strong reputation for driving business performance, leading complex hospitality operations and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Commenting on the appointment, Amir Golbarg, Chief Operating Officer, Minor Hotels Middle East & Africa, said: “Egypt is one of the most strategically important markets in Minor Hotels' growth journey and a key focus for our future expansion. The creation of this role reflects our long-term commitment to the market, and we are delighted to welcome Tamer to lead our growth ambitions in Egypt. His extensive industry experience and strong leadership credentials make him exceptionally well positioned for the role."
The appointment comes as Minor Hotels continues to accelerate its expansion in Egypt. Minor Hotels recently signed Anantara Somabay Resort & Residences, bringing its flagship luxury brand to one of Egypt's most sought-after Red Sea destinations. In 2024, a landmark joint venture with SUNRISE Resorts & Cruises was signed, aimed at developing and operating up to 50 hotels across Egypt over the next decade, spanning hotels, resorts and Nile cruise experiences.
These developments underscore Egypt's growing importance within Minor Hotels' global portfolio and support the company's vision to expand its presence across key tourism and lifestyle destinations throughout the country.
Commenting on his appointment, Tamer Khedr said: "I am honoured to join Minor Hotels at such an exciting moment in its growth journey. Egypt continues to strengthen its position as one of the world's most compelling tourism destinations, and Minor Hotels has established ambitious plans for the market. I look forward to working closely with our teams and partners to support the company's expansion, elevate guest experiences and build a portfolio that contributes to the continued success of Egypt's hospitality sector."
Tamer's appointment further reinforces Minor Hotels' commitment to Egypt as a priority growth market and positions the company for its next phase of expansion across the country.
A luxury hospitality brand for modern travellers, Anantara Hotels & Resorts connects guests to genuine places, people and stories in some of the world’s most extraordinary destinations. Each Anantara embraces the surroundings and culture of its destination, creating unforgettable memories for every guest since 2001. From city to sea and desert to jungle, Anantara delivers heartfelt, Thai-inspired hospitality at its over 50 hotels and resorts across Asia, Europe, Africa, the Middle East and the Indian Ocean.
Anantara Hotels & Resorts is a Minor Hotels brand and recognises its guests through one unified loyalty programme, Minor DISCOVERY, part of GHA DISCOVERY.