Senior business executive with more than three decades of international experience in business development, hospitality, and strategic operations. Currently serving as Vice President of Business Development & Operations for the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, he is known for driving growth, building global partnerships, and leading high-impact hospitality projects.

My Story

Transforming hospitality experiences through innovation, strategy, and global partnerships.

Nabil Souhail is a senior business leader with more than 30 years of experience in international business development, operations management, and hospitality expansion. Based in Dubai, he has built a strong reputation for leading high-profile projects, developing strategic partnerships, and expanding global hospitality brands across multiple regions.

Throughout his career, Nabil has played a key role in driving business growth and operational excellence. His expertise includes market expansion, brand development, strategic planning, and building sustainable business models across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.

Currently serving as Vice President of Business Development & Operations at Buddha-Bar Worldwide, he leads regional expansion strategies and oversees large-scale hospitality projects. One of the notable initiatives includes the development of the Buddha-Bar Hotel and Floating Residences project in Dubai’s World Islands, an innovative hospitality concept combining luxury living, entertainment, and world-class experiences.

Nabil is passionate about innovation in hospitality, creating unique lifestyle destinations, and connecting global investors and partners with transformative projects that redefine modern hospitality.

Business Development95%
Hospitality Management85%
Strategic Planning90%
Global Partnerships98%
Operations Leadership99%
Market Expansion97%

Experience

One morning, when Gregor Samsa woke from troubled dreams, he found himself
transformed in his bed into a horrible vermin. He lay on his armour-like back, and if
he lifted his head a little he could see his brown belly, slightly domed.
1994 – 2010
Senior Business & Operations Roles
Early Career & Industry Experience

Worked across international hospitality and business sectors, building expertise in operations, partnerships, and market growth.

2010 – 2016
Business Development Director
Buddha-Bar Worldwide

Responsible for regional brand expansion, new market entry strategies and hospitality project development.

2016 – Present
Vice President – Business Development & Operations
Buddha-Bar Worldwide

Leading business expansion across Middle East, Africa and Asia, developing global partnerships and overseeing innovative hospitality projects.

Clients

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