Ala'a Fakhr

Ala'a Fakhr is a Regional General Manager for Food & Beverage at illycaffè UAE & KSA, overseeing operations and development. With over 17 years of experience in the food and beverage industry, they previously held the position of Group General Manager at Binghatti, managing multiple F&B brands. Ala'a has a diverse background that includes roles at renowned establishments such as Le Bristol Hotel Beirut and InterContinental Hotels Group, where they gained expertise in restaurant management and operations. Their educational foundation includes a Bachelor of Business Administration in Hospitality Administration from the Lebanese American University.