
On 5th December, we conducted the third edition of the Laundry and Housekeepers Summit in Riyadh, KSA in association with Reza Hygiene.
The overwhelming joy and support from all participants, sponsors, and attendees have been truly inspiring.
This summit was a testament to the dedication and hard work of everyone involved. We delved into cutting-edge strategies, innovative technologies, and crucial discussions shaping the future of laundry and housekeeping services in the Kingdom. The enthusiasm and passion displayed by all contributors were nothing short of remarkable.
Here is a recap.
REGISTRATIONS AND NETWORKING
OPENING KEYNOTE ADDRESS
Panel Discussion: Optimizing Housekeeping and Soft FM Operations For Improved Guest Experience
Speakers
- Vijayshankar Kavasseri, Operations Director, Musanadah Facilities Management
- Mahmoud Durgham, Director of Housekeeping, Accor
- Rituraj Singh, Director of Services, Marriott Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter and Marriott Executive Apartment Diplomatic Quarter
- Carla Beaino, Executive Housekeeper, Six Senses Southern Dunes, The Red Sea
- Baburaj Nair, Executive Housekeeper, Conrad Bahrain Financial Harbour
- Senthilkumar Bangarusamy, Executive housekeeper, Cantonal Hotel by Warwick
Presentation: Sustainable Hygiene Solution for Hospitality market
Speaker: Jan Bohacek, Corporate Account Director, India and Middle East, Ecolab
Panel Discussion: Building Sustainable Laundries Of The Future
Speakers:
- Gary Teelay, Group Operations Manager Lavendery
- Mick Conner, COO, Lavendery
- Rakesh Yadav, Cluster Director - Services, The Luxury Collection Autograph Collection
Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy
- Ahmed Hamdy, Corporate Account Manager and Laundry Expert, Ecolab
- Abdul Samad, Laundry Division Manager, Reza Hygiene
Panel Discussion: Empowering Housekeepers: Training For Excellence
Speakers:
- Mohamed Aleemuddin, Global Head of L&D and Quality Operations – Soft Services Confidential
- Benjamin Wessendorf , Senior Director Business Operations, Edgenta Arabia Limited
- Abdulrahman Al Mahmadi, Director of Rooms, Accor, Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah