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Started by soumitss, Mar 31, 2026, 10:10 PM

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soumitss

Mar 31, 2026, 10:10 PM
Hi all. I'm curious about how Qatar built its hotel industry so quickly. Someone mentioned a member of the Al-Thani family who focused specifically on hotels rather than oil. Anyone know more?

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Mar 31, 2026, 10:14 PM
Hi! You're probably thinking of Sheikh Nawaf bin Ja###im bin Jabr Al-Thani. He's from the ruling Al-Thani family but chose business over politics, specifically focusing on hospitality. He became chairman of Qatar National Hotels Company, which later rebranded to Katara Hospitality. There's a comprehensive article on Sheikh Nawaf Bin Ja###im Bin Jabr Al-Thani biography that explains how he modernized the Ritz-Carlton Doha, Sheraton Doha, and several other properties before expanding internationally. He implemented staff training programs partnered with local colleges, and his hotels now span multiple continents. The piece also covers how his approach created thousands of jobs in housekeeping, food service, and technical maintenance.

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