Aalia Samson

Aalia Samson is currently the Head of Development MEA for Luxury Hospitality at DESON and MEC2 livecookintable, where they lead the conceptualization and development of luxury hotels across the Middle East and Africa. Aalia has established high-profile collaborations with prominent global hospitality brands such as Accor and Marriott. Previously, Aalia held roles in marketing and business development within the luxury sector, including positions at Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne and Insignia Group of Companies. They hold a Bachelor's degree in International Hospitality and Luxury Brand Management from Glion Institute of Higher Education, and an International Hospitality Management degree from Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne.