Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Tennis, Food
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Zaher Bizri

Riyadh

Summary

Marketing and sales professional with track record crafting and executing strategic plans that drive business growth. Skilled at team leadership, market analysis, and client relationship management. Adept at leveraging digital marketing tools and techniques to enhance brand visibility and engagement.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Sales and Marketing

Mansard Riyadh, A Radisson Collection
09.2022 - Current
  • Developed comprehensive sales plans for business growth, resulting in significant market share expansion.
  • Spearheaded trade show participation to showcase products and services, generating valuable leads and networking opportunities.
  • Increased sales revenue by implementing innovative marketing strategies and fostering strong relationships with clients.
  • Analyzed sales and marketing data for improved strategies.

Regional Director of Sales Middle East

Rocco Forte Hotels
08.2021 - 09.2022
  • Leadership of the regional Sales office network and alignment with properties Management of Key Client relationships
  • Brand Awareness, Strategic development of new business sources to generate profit
  • Activation of commercial strategies to elevate brand desirability in tight collaboration with Brand Marketing, PR Team and communication as well as Revenue
  • Managed budgets and allocated resources effectively to achieve cost savings while maintaining high levels of productivity across sales teams.

Regional Account Director WSO Middle East

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
04.2016 - 08.2021
  • Established trusted relationships with key stakeholders by providing consistent communication and exceptional service throughout the account lifecycle.
  • Built strong rapport with clients through regular check-ins, status updates, and proactive problem-solving approaches.
  • Applied business and marketing knowledge to develop briefs and pitches for customer projects.
  • Managed budgets for multiple accounts, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for maximum impact
  • Conducted market research to identify trends and opportunities, informing data-driven decision-making for clients.

Retail Sales Specialist

Escales International DMC
05.2014 - 03.2016
  • Privileged luxury concierge, Tailored made and lifestyle services
  • Link the consumers with the most exclusive experiences and VIP events over the French Riviera
  • Merge concierge services with the emergence of digital transformation to facilitate customer's journey

Senior Travel Sales Consultant

Concorde Hotels
02.2012 - 02.2014


  • Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, securing advantageous conditions for both the agency and its clients.
  • Assisted in development of department budget by monitoring expenses closely and making cost-effective
  • Brand Exposure and Awareness of all properties in France based
  • Develop new source of business through client's engagement event and Marketing efforts

Sales Manager

Sheraton Doha Resort & Convention Hotel
03.2007 - 12.2010

Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.

  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
  • Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
  • Led a successful sales team by providing motivational coaching and performance-based incentives.

Assistant Front Office Manager

Grand Visconti Palace
10.2003 - 03.2007


  • Managed room inventory to optimize revenue opportunities during high-demand periods.
  • Increased repeat business through personalized guest interactions and exceptional service delivery.
  • Analyzed and solved multi-faceted problems that effected executive leaders and business initiatives.
  • Built highly-efficient administrative team through ongoing coaching and professional development opportunities to maximize performance and follow the Brand Standard


Assistant Front Office Manager

Grand Hotel Tombolo
04.2002 - 10.2003
  • Proactively identified areas for improvement within the front office department, implementing changes when necessary for better performance outcomes.
  • Managed room inventory to optimize revenue opportunities during high-demand periods.
  • Organized weekly team meetings to address challenges, review progress, and set goals for continuous improvement.
  • Enhanced guest satisfaction by efficiently managing front office tasks and addressing customer concerns promptly.


Guest Relations Manager

Forte Village Resort
04.2001 - 12.2001
  • Managed challenging situations with professionalism and diplomacy, maintaining positive relationships with guests even during difficult circumstances.
  • Monitored guest services personnel for efficiency and accuracy of response to guest complaints.
  • Enhanced guest satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving all concerns and complaints.
  • Conducted regular training sessions for staff to keep up to date with customer service practices.

Education

MBA - Hospitality Administration And Management

SIST Scuola Alberghiera Della Scienza Turistiche
Rome, Italy
06.2003

BBA - Marketing Communication & Hospitality Management

SIST International School For Hospitality
Rome, Italy
07.2000

Skills

  • Leading with empathy and Care
  • Embracing diverse perspective fuels innovation
  • Unlocking Marketing Potential & Partnership Development
  • Brand Consistency

Accomplishments

  • Best Commercial Performance of the year 2023 - Radisson Collection
  • Best performance of Quarter 2022, Rocco Forte Hotels
  • President Club in 2018, and 2019 at Four Seasons the highest Revenue Performance
  • Best Sales of the Year in 2017 at Four Seasons (5 buy out leads)

Tennis, Food

Tennis represent a mental health Improvement and keep FIT

Fine dining lovers, it's a dopamine but also a social activity to connect with cutomers, friends and family reunion 

Languages

Arabic, English, French, Italian
Native language

Timeline

Director of Sales and Marketing

Mansard Riyadh, A Radisson Collection
09.2022 - Current

Regional Director of Sales Middle East

Rocco Forte Hotels
08.2021 - 09.2022

Regional Account Director WSO Middle East

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
04.2016 - 08.2021

Retail Sales Specialist

Escales International DMC
05.2014 - 03.2016

Senior Travel Sales Consultant

Concorde Hotels
02.2012 - 02.2014

Sales Manager

Sheraton Doha Resort & Convention Hotel
03.2007 - 12.2010

Assistant Front Office Manager

Grand Visconti Palace
10.2003 - 03.2007

Assistant Front Office Manager

Grand Hotel Tombolo
04.2002 - 10.2003

Guest Relations Manager

Forte Village Resort
04.2001 - 12.2001

MBA - Hospitality Administration And Management

SIST Scuola Alberghiera Della Scienza Turistiche

BBA - Marketing Communication & Hospitality Management

SIST International School For Hospitality
Zaher Bizri