Azerbaijan Tourism Board (ATB)
Rashad Aliyev has a diverse work experience that spans over several years. Rashad'smost recent position was as the Deputy Chief Executive Officer at the Azerbaijan Tourism Board (ATB), where they started in September 2023. Prior to that, they worked as the Executive Assistant to the Chairman of the State Tourism Agency of the Republic of Azerbaijan. Additionally, Rashad served as the Chairman of the Board at ICOMOS Azerbaijan, an organization dedicated to the conservation of cultural heritage places. Earlier in their career, they held various managerial positions in companies such as Nin Chocolate and AVOA LLC - "Ukrayna Məhsulları" Specialized Supermarket Chain. Rashad also has experience in the hospitality industry, having worked in roles such as Director of Quality at Join.In Hospitality Management and Cost Controller at the Glion Institute of Higher Education. Rashad started their career as a Management Trainee at InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®).
Rashad Aliyev began their education in 2012 at the Glion Institute of Higher Education, where they pursued a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Hospitality Management with Finance and Revenue Management. This program lasted until 2015.
In 2023, Rashad enrolled at the Azerbaijan Tourism and Management University to pursue a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Tourism and Hospitality Management. Rashad completed this program in 2025.
Additionally, in July 2022, Rashad obtained a certification in "The Protection of Cultural Property in Armed Conflict and Occupation" from the Azerbaijan Creative Industries Federation.
Azerbaijan Tourism Board (ATB)
Azerbaijan is a true amalgamation of the East and West with the country encircled in scores of natural beauty speckled with modern architecture and rich medieval history. From Baku’s modern Flame Towers, to the depths of the medieval UNESCO World Heritage site, there’s something for everyone in Azerbaijan. A constantly evolving tapestry of life and energy from bazaars to jazz clubs makes it an ideal destination for family holidays as well as solo travels. As the official tourism board of Azerbaijan, our role is to showcase the hidden gems of the country and to enhance its destination value to a global audience. Our global campaign ‘Take Another Look’ invites travellers to experience Azerbaijan from a unique perspective while discovering its untold stories and secrets. Situated at the crossroads of Eastern Europe and Western Asia, Azerbaijan has nine of the world’s eleven climate zones, offering travellers a European experience all year round. With high-profile sporting events, varied hospitality offerings that range from luxury collections to B&Bs; a vibrant gastronomical experience; spectacular landscapes including summer countryside and winter ski slopes; adventure trails; and cultural events; Azerbaijan is in an excellent position to cater to high volumes of tourists seeking authentic local experiences.