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David Thomson

TFG Hotel Management

Senior Vice President

One of the region’s most experienced hospitality industry professionals, David was recruited by The First Group in 2019 to oversee the ongoing development of its burgeoning hotel portfolio. David’s professional pedigree ranks among the best in the business. Committed, industrious and passionate about the industry’s growth and development, Prior to joining The First Group, David spent almost 17 years with the Dubai-based JA Resorts & Hotels, whose portfolio spans nine hotels and leisure venues across the emirate as well as luxury resorts in the Maldives and Seychelles. Most recently, he was employed as the organisation’s Chief Operating Officer. David also boasts extensive experience in advertising, sales and marketing, working with some of the world’s largest agencies and world-class hotels. Passionate and driven, David’s entrepreneurial spirit is helping shape the future of The First Group’s hotel portfolio. David is a graduate of Scotland’s University of Stirling, where he earned a Joint Honours Degree in History and Social Anthropology.

David's Sessions

Monday - 4th March 2024
14:35 - 15:15
14:35 - 15:15
Ballroom
Moderator:

Bill Barnett, Founder & Managing Director, C9 Hotelworks

Speakers:

David Thomson, Senior Vice President, TFG Hotel Management

Jaydeep Anand, Group CFO, Group COO and Group CSO, FIVE Holdings

Selim El Zein, Vice President - Head of Asset Management, Deyaar

Hannah Yulo-Luccini, CEO, Hotel101 Global Pte. Ltd.

15:20 - 16:05
15:20 - 16:05
Breakout Rooms
Speakers:

Tapan Piplani, Chief Operating Officer, Valor Hospitality

David Thomson, Senior Vice President, TFG Hotel Management

Tony Ryan, Executive Chair, Trilogy Hotels