Appointed as CEO in early 2024, he brings more than 20 years of expertise in hospitality and real estate investment. Under his leadership, Taiba Investments has continued its growth momentum, managing a diversified portfolio of 39 properties including hotels, residential complexes, and commercial centers with more than 7,700 rooms, alongside 20 projects under development. In the first nine months of 2024, the company reported $260.8 million in revenues with total assets of $2.6 billion.
CEO
Sultan Al-Otaibi
Sultan Al-Otaibi, Chief Executive Officer of Taiba Investments, has been recognized among Forbes Middle East’s Most Powerful Travel & Tourism Leaders 2025, highlighting his influential role in shaping the region’s hospitality and real estate sectors.
Career Journey
• Taiba Investments – CEO (since 2024) • Dur Hospitality – CEO (prior to merger with Taiba Investments) • Dur Hospitality – Vice President of Properties & Assets • Earlier career in hospitality and real estate leadership roles
Industry Recognition & Board Roles
• Featured in Forbes Middle East’s Most Influential Real Estate Leaders 2025 • Named among Top 50 Travel & Tourism Leaders in the Middle East 2022 by Forbes Middle East • Chairman – Shada Hospitality Company • Board Member – Burj Al-Madinah Real Estate Co. and Saudi Hotel Services Co. • Member – Accommodation Committee, Saudi Commission for Tourism & National Heritage (developed national hospitality regulations) • Former Member – Hotels Committee, Chamber of Commerce
Academic Credentials
• Master’s Degree in Hospitality Management – Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management, accredited by Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne, Switzerland • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting – King Saud University • Executive programs in hospitality and management – Cornell University, USA
Leadership Impact
Sultan Al-Otaibi has built a distinguished career driving growth, transformation, and excellence in hospitality and real estate. Through his leadership at Taiba Investments, he continues to strengthen Saudi Arabia’s tourism infrastructure, expand investment opportunities, and support Vision 2030’s goal of positioning the Kingdom as a premier global destination for travel and hospitality.
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