Chadi Farhat
Chief Operating Officer, sbe Lifestyle Hospitality
New York, New York, United States
Professional Overview
Chadi Farhat is a seasoned hospitality executive with over 15 years of experience driving operational excellence and revenue growth for leading hotel groups. As the Chief Operating Officer at sbe Lifestyle Hospitality, he oversees the day-to-day operations of the company's diverse portfolio of hotels, restaurants, and lifestyle venues across North America, Europe, and the Middle East.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Chief Operating Officer at sbe Lifestyle Hospitality, Chadi is responsible for managing all aspects of the company's operational performance. He leads a team of regional and property-level managers to ensure optimal efficiency, guest satisfaction, and profitability across sbe's growing global footprint. Under his leadership, sbe has consistently outperformed industry benchmarks and expanded its market share in key destinations.
Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Chadi held several senior positions at sbe, including Chief Operating Officer for the Middle East and Europe, and Chief Commercial Officer. He also served as the Interim Chief Operating Officer, SVP, and Chief Revenue Officer at Morgans Hotel Group, where he oversaw strategic revenue management initiatives and spearheaded the company's digital transformation. Earlier in his career, Chadi held various revenue management and eCommerce roles at Marriott International, Inc., gaining extensive experience in driving top-line growth through data-driven decision-making.
Academic Background
Chadi holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance from the American University of Beirut, where he graduated with distinction.
Areas of Expertise
- Operational optimization and cost management
- Revenue management and commercial strategy
- Hospitality digital transformation and innovation
- Multifaceted team leadership and talent development
- Strategic planning and execution
Professional Impact
During his tenure at sbe, Chadi has played a pivotal role in the company's rapid international expansion, overseeing the successful integration of new hotel and lifestyle concepts in key markets. He has also implemented cutting-edge revenue management strategies and digital solutions that have resulted in significant improvements in profitability and guest satisfaction across sbe's portfolio.
Conclusion
Chadi Farhat is a dynamic and results-driven hospitality leader with a proven track record of driving operational excellence and revenue growth. His deep industry expertise, strategic vision, and collaborative management style have been instrumental in shaping sbe's success as a global lifestyle hospitality brand. Chadi is poised to continue playing a key role in the company's future expansion and transformation.
