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Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
3 Island leaders being inducted into P.E.I. Business Hall of Fame
Another trio of Prince Edward Island business leaders is being inducted into the Junior Achievement P.E.I. Business Hall of Fame Thursday evening. "It is the aim of JA P.E.I. that by celebrating the achievements of outstanding business leaders of today, Island students will be inspired to follow their example," the organization said in a news release. The induction ceremony is being held at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Prince Edward in Charlottetown. The 2025 inductees are Wayne Carew, Kim Green and Wayne Proude. Wayne Carew is perhaps best known as the chair of the 2023 Canada Winter Games Board, organizing one of the biggest sporting events ever brought to the Island, and from his time as the owner of Carew Chev Olds Cadillac and Carew Ford Lincoln. But he also chaired the Slemon Park Corporation Board and the Summerside Regional Development Corporation and has been a board member of the Charlottetown Area Regional Planning Board. He is currently senior counsel at Confederation M&A, "where he provides expert advice on mergers and acquisitions," according to a news release from the Hall of Fame. Kim Green resuscitated the closed Kays Bros Ltd. into Kays Wholesale Inc., where she was owner and CEO until she sold the Charlottetown-based business in December 2021, having grown it from four employees to 30. The following year she acquired the Olde Village Bakery in North Rustico and doubled that business's sales before selling it in February 2025. She is a former CEO of Tourism Charlottetown & the Convention Partnership and a former president of the Tourism Industry Association of P.E.I. Before setting out on life as a business owner, she was VP of sales and marketing at Rodd Hotels & Resorts and national sales manager with Delta Hotels and Resorts. Wayne Proude's name is nearly synonymous with the retail footwear business on Prince Edward Island. He started out at Wright's Shoes in Charlottetown in 1958 before moving to a job managing the shoe department for Ellis Brothers in Sherwood. "One and a half years later, he was given the opportunity, at age 24, to buy out the shoe department," the news release from Junior Achievement said. Proude's Shoes was thus born in May 1965 and exists to this day, with Proude's son Kevin serving as its president today. Wayne Proude served a term as president of the Greater Charlottetown Chamber of Commerce in 1981, and was involved in many other community organizations, as well as sponsoring minor hockey teams, road running events, and the community of Sherwood Junefest celebrations.
Trade Arabia
22-02-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Saurav Puri appointed Multi-Property General Manager
The St Regis Downtown Dubai, Delta Hotels by Marriott, Dubai Investment Park, and Marriott Residences Al Barsha South, Dubai have announced the appointment of Saurav Puri as Multi-Property General Manager. With over 17 years of leadership experience in the hospitality industry, Puri brings a wealth of expertise in driving operational excellence, enhancing guest experiences, and strengthening brand positioning across highly competitive markets. Puri's journey in hospitality began with Marriott International in 2008, where he built a strong foundation in commercial strategy before transitioning into key leadership roles across the Asia Pacific and Middle East regions. Most recently, during his tenure at The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai—first as Director of Operations and later as Hotel Manager, the hotel achieved a prestigious Forbes 5-Star rating, earned the Dubai Quality Award, and consistently exceeded performance benchmarks through enhanced guest satisfaction and operational efficiency, a testament to his ability to elevate standards and exceed performance benchmarks. -
Zawya
13-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Saurav Puri joins as multi-property general manager
Delta Hotels by Marriott, Dubai Investment Park, and Marriott Residences Al Barsha South, Dubai Dubai, United Arab Emirates - The St. Regis Downtown Dubai, Delta Hotels by Marriott, Dubai Investment Park, and Marriott Residences Al Barsha South, Dubai are pleased to announce the appointment of Saurav Puri as Multi-Property General Manager. With over 17 years of leadership experience in the hospitality industry, Saurav brings a wealth of expertise in driving operational excellence, enhancing guest experiences, and strengthening brand positioning across highly competitive markets. Saurav's journey in hospitality began with Marriott International in 2008, where he built a strong foundation in commercial strategy before transitioning into key leadership roles across the Asia Pacific and Middle East regions. In 2014, Saurav transitioned to the Middle East, where he quickly ascended through key leadership roles. As Area Director of Revenue Management, he was pivotal in expanding market share and driving financial growth across a varied portfolio, demonstrating his ability to adapt and thrive in a competitive landscape. Throughout his career, he has successfully worked in high-profile properties, including W Dubai – The Palm, The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai, and St. Regis The Palm, delivering transformative results in financial growth, operational efficiency, and service excellence, including the Task Force General Manager at W Dubai – The Palm. Most recently, during his tenure at The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai—first as Director of Operations and later as Hotel Manager, the hotel achieved a prestigious Forbes 5-Star rating, earned the Dubai Quality Award, and consistently exceeded performance benchmarks through enhanced guest satisfaction and operational efficiency, a testament to his ability to elevate standards and exceed performance benchmarks. I am truly honored to step into this role and lead these iconic properties," said Saurav Puri. "Dubai is a global leader in hospitality, and I am excited to collaborate with our exceptionally talented teams to elevate guest experiences, drive innovation, and build upon the legacy of excellence that defines these properties. I sincerely thank the RDK Group and Marriott International for their trust, vision, and support. Together, we will strengthen our position in the market and continue redefining luxury hospitality." Saurav's appointment underscores the group's dedication to strong leadership and long-term success. Under his guidance, The St. Regis Downtown Dubai, Delta Hotels by Marriott, Dubai Investment Park, and Marriott Residences Al Barsha South, Dubai will continue to evolve, offering world-class service and unforgettable experiences for business and leisure travelers alike. For more information, please visit -Ends- About St. Regis Hotels & Resorts Combining timeless glamour with a vanguard spirit, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott International, Inc., is committed to delivering exquisite experiences at nearly 50 luxury hotels and resorts in the best addresses worldwide. Beginning with the debut of The St. Regis Hotel in New York by John Jacob Astor IV at the dawn of the twentieth century, the brand has remained committed to an uncompromising level of bespoke and anticipatory service for all of its guests, delivered flawlessly by the signature St. Regis Butler Service. For more information and new openings, visit or follow Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. St. Regis is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy®, the global travel program from Marriott International. The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments and unparalleled benefits, including free nights and Elite status recognition. To enrol for free or for more information about the program, visit For media inquiries, please contact: Name: Nida Nafis – Manager E: nnafis@ The St. Regis Downtown Dubai Social Media Handles: Instagram Facebook LinkedIn
Yahoo
13-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
‘Part of the community': Swapping leads and collaboration is what's attract new businesses to the MPEC, convention center
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — Weeks after people posted on social media about the MPEC losing events, we continue to look at the impact it leaves. O'Reilly Hospitality Management, which owns Delta Hotels by Marriott Wichita Falls Convention Center, weighed in on the partnership the company has with the city and the business it's attracted. Win the pot, support Sober Living with Poker Fest 'We really thought that Wichita Falls was a great place for us,' O'Reilly Hospitality Management Tim O'Reilly said. In just over a year of operation the hotel hosted 156 events. 'We're a part of the community now,' O'Reilly Hospitality Management Director of Sales and Marketing Ronda Smith said. O'Reilly said this is a big co-investment. Smith said new businesses are using either the MPEC or the convention center, or sometimes both. 'We have businesses booked for 2025. That'll exceed $2 million. We have businesses on the books right now through 2028,' Smith said. MPEC Director Lindsey Lewis said her sales staff has valued the impact they have brought and collaborating and sharing leads has been a boost for both sides. 'It's a beautiful it's a wonderful amenity for our community,' Lindsey said. 'It's to be expected that some of these groups are going to want to go have an event over there. It's not a negative.' With the convention center booked through 2028, the city budget expects a nearly six percent increase in the hotel occupancy tax for 2025. That's over $2.4 million. In 2024, the hotel occupancy tax brought just over $2.3 million. 'We'll continue to book further out. We will continue to book in the year, for the year. We are introducing a lot of new meetings to Wichita Falls,' Ronda said. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
