Top Middle East leaders - Philip Barnes Rotana

Rotana’s competitive advantage has always been proximity. The company grew from the region, built brands for its markets and established owner relationships long before the Middle East became a priority for every global hotel group. Chief executive Philip Barnes must preserve that local intelligence while giving the business the systems and reach required for its next phase.
Barnes joined Rotana as chief executive in 2024 after spending approximately 25 years with Fairmont. His career ther