Stefan Dubbeling

Managing Director Development EMEA & Managing Director Managed Hotels Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

About

As a Managing Director at BWH Hotels, I lead the EMEA Development Team and oversee the growth of their markets. I have more than 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry, working in various roles and environments, from upscale properties to large complex hotels, and from individual owners to international chains. My core competencies include hospitality, business management, people management, and cross-cultural communication. I am passionate about delivering exceptional service and value to our guests, partners, and stakeholders. I enjoy working with a diverse and talented team of hoteliers, and I strive to create a positive and productive culture that fosters innovation, collaboration, and excellence. My mission is to expand the presence and reputation of BWH Hotels (in the EMEA region), and to contribute to the success and sustainability of the global hospitality enterprise.

Experience

  • BWH Hotels (Full-time · 6 yrs 4 mos)
    • Managing Director Managed Hotels Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
      Jan 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 6 mos

      - Lead the team in Jeddah, KSA, overseeing all Managed Hotels in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, ensuring operational, commercial and financial success. - Managing owner relations, expectations, satisfaction and ambitions - Driving growth of the different Managed Hotels portfolios together with the Middle East Development Team

    • Managing Director Development EMEA
      Jan 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 6 mos

      Leading the EMEA Development Team to grow the portfolio in the regions.

    • Managing Director Belgium & The Netherlands
      Jan 2023 - Dec 2023 · 1 yr

  • General Manager at Pierre & Vacances Center Parcs Group
    Jan 2017 - Feb 2020 · 3 yrs 2 mos

    www.groupepvcp.com Center Parcs Port Zélande offers; 722 houses, approx. 3800 beds Three categories; Comfort, Premium and VIP Natural Camp Site with 220 spots Market Dome with 5 restaurants, Bar & Bowling , Food Store, Fashion store and 2 shops. Aqua Mundo with Tropical Water Paradise including Wild Water Rapids, Turbo Tunnel, Water Playhouse, Solarium and Beauty Center. Action Factory with Theater, Live Entertainent (Kids) Shows, High Adventure Climbing Course, House of Games, Trampolines and Kids Club. Business Center with 4 meeting rooms Numerous Activities like; Beach Volleyball, Paintball, Laser Battle, Segway Tours, Dive Center, Aqua Park, Boat Rental, Bike Rental, Midget Golf Courses, Bowling and Beauty Center.

  • Director of Operations (General Manager) at Blue Bay Curacao Golf & Beach Resort
    Oct 2011 - Dec 2016 · 5 yrs 3 mos

    www.bluebay-curacao.com GOLF 18 holes championship golf course with 6 ocean view holes. BEACH Palm trees & Beach chairs - Playground & Kids Club- Restaurant AzZuro, Beach & Sunset bar with Happy hours & Live music - Intimate concerts for residents & guests HOTEL Four types of accommodations with very different features and characters. 1. The Garden: 2. The Ocean: 3. The Hill: 4. The Garden REAL ESTATE Three types of real estate with each very different way of living and returns on investment. 1. Carefree building, we build your home. Choose a lot and a model home, we'll do the rest. Fast and Care free. 2. Build your own dream home. Choose a lot and build your own home. Our real estate team (Remax) and home owners association will gladly help realizing your dream home. 3. Turn key products, we have build your (vacation) home. Choose one of our project homes and decide if you want to use our Hotel's rental pool to secure your yearly interest rate (3-4%) SERVICES car rental - maintenance - pool cleaning - house cleaning - landscaping - airport pick up service - etc.

  • Group General Manager at Kura Hulanda Resorts, Curacao, Dutch Caribbean
    Aug 2010 - Oct 2011 · 1 yr 3 mos

    www.kurahulanda.com Hotel Kura Hulanda, Spa & Casino, Otrobanda, Curacao, Dutch Caribbean 5 star Luxury hotel, owned by Mr. Jacob Gelt Dekker, member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, with 82 rooms and suites, Fine Dining Restaurant Sculpture Garden, Private Dining Astrolab, Restaurant Village Square, Museum Restaurant, Asian Restaurant Jaipur, Jacob’s Bar. Kura Hulanda Conference Center, Rubens Salon, Hammoud Office, Kura Hulanda Spa, Kura Hulanda Casino, Kura Hulanda Museum, Kura Hulanda Apartments, Kura Hulanda Shops. Property responsible; Resident Manager, reporting to the Group General Manager Lodge Kura Hulanda & Beach Club, Westpunt, Curacao, Dutch Caribbean 4 star Deluxe hotel, owned by Mr. Jacob Gelt Dekker, member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, with 74 rooms and Suites, Watamula Restaurant, Christoffel Terrace, Kalki Beach Bar & Grill, Christoffel Sunset Lounge. Ocean Encounters West Diving Shop, Fitness center and Spa. Real Estate; Kalki Villa’s, Private, full service, housing on Westpunt. Several development projects from housing to Shopping Mall plans. Property responsible; General Manager, reporting to the Group General Manager

  • General Manager at Floris Suite Hotel, Curacao, Dutch Caribbean
    Feb 2007 - Aug 2010 · 3 yrs 7 mos

    www.florissuitehotel.com 4 star Design Hotel, member of “Design Hotels”, with 72 Suites, à la carte Restaurant Sjalotte, Poolbar, Cocktailbar, Boardroom, 2 banquet rooms. Responsible for total exploitation, reporting to the VP Operations.