Lilla Ivanov

Senior hospitality executive with 15+ years of international leadership experience across luxury hotels, fine dining, franchise operations, and multi-site venues in the UK and GCC. Expert in pre-openings, operational restructures, brand development, F&B performance optimization, and large-team leadership.

Senior hospitality and F&B operations leader with extensive experience across luxury hotels, fine-dining restaurants, private members’ clubs, and multi-site operations in Saudi Arabia and the UK. Proven track record in managing complex, high-volume, multi-outlet environments with full P&L ownership, cost control, revenue optimisation, brand development, and team performance.

Highly skilled in building and leading large multicultural teams, delivering premium guest experiences, and driving operational excellence across service, finance, systems, and standards. Experienced in brand localisation, new concept launches, turnaround operations, and scaling businesses in competitive markets.

Commercially driven, people-focused, and strategically minded, with deep expertise in Saudi hospitality operations and international luxury service standards. Known for disciplined execution, strong leadership presence, and the ability to balance business performance with guest experience and brand integrity.

Hospitality Management

Project Management