Hyatt has joined the Saudi Ministry of Tourism’s Hospitality Ambassadors programme, an initiative aimed at developing Saudi hospitality talent through international training at Hyatt-branded hotels across Asia.
In 2026, 20 Saudi
employees from five Hyatt properties in the Kingdom will complete one-month
assignments in Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong and China, gaining
operational expertise, leadership skills and exposure to global hospitality
best practices before returning to Saudi Arabia.
The programme offers
two development pathways for experienced professionals and emerging leaders,
with women making up 60% of the inaugural Hyatt cohort.
The initiative
supports Saudi Vision 2030 and aligns with Hyatt’s expansion plans in the
Kingdom, where it currently operates seven hotels and resorts and expects to
triple its portfolio over the next five years.
Hyatt said the
programme reinforces its long-term commitment to nurturing local talent and
building future hospitality leaders in Saudi Arabia.
"At
Hyatt, our purpose is to care for people so they can be their best, and that
begins with investing in our colleagues”, commented Nizar Weshah, Area Vice
President, Saudi Arabia, Hyatt. “We are thrilled to collaborate with the
Ministry of Tourism and through the Hospitality Ambassadors programme,
participating colleagues will gain valuable international on-the-job experience,
strengthen their leadership capabilities and return with fresh perspectives
that will help shape the future of hospitality across the Kingdom. Hospitality offers dynamic and rewarding
careers with opportunities to grow, lead and build global experiences, and this
programme is a powerful example of how we are helping Saudi talent realise that
potential." -TradeArabia News Service