In Brief: Minor Hotels has appointed Tamer Khedr as Managing Director, Minor Hotels Egypt, a newly created position overseeing the group’s operations and development activities in the country.
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Tamer Khedr – Image Credit Minor Hotels
Minor Hotels has appointed Tamer Khedr as Managing Director, Minor Hotels Egypt, a newly created role established as part of the company’s expansion plans in the country. In this position, Khedr will oversee operations and development activities, support portfolio growth, and ensure operational standards across existing and future properties in Egypt.
The creation of the Managing Director role is intended to establish a dedicated leadership structure in Egypt, reflecting Minor Hotels’ focus on accelerating its expansion in one of its significant emerging markets.
Khedr previously served as Chief Executive Officer at DO Hotels. His experience includes senior leadership positions such as Head of Hospitality and Owner Representative for Emaar Hospitality Group’s North Coast developments in Egypt, as well as operational roles at Emaar Hospitality Group, Baron Palace Sahl Hasheesh, and Shangri-La Dubai.
The appointment follows recent developments in Minor Hotels’ Egypt portfolio. The company recently signed Anantara Somabay Resort & Residences, introducing its Anantara brand to the Red Sea region. In 2024, Minor Hotels entered into a joint venture with SUNRISE Resorts & Cruises to develop and operate up to 50 hotels in Egypt over the next decade, including hotels, resorts, and Nile cruise experiences.
