New GM to redefine guest experience at The Ritz-Carlton, Jeddah

The Ritz-Carlton, Jeddah has appointed Peter Katusak-Huzsvar as its General Manager, effective immediately. A seasoned professional, Peter brings with him a wealth of international hospitality expertise.

The hotel said, in his new role, he will craft unique experiences and further enhance the renowned legacy of the Ritz-Carlton, Jeddah.

Armed with a BSc in Hospitality Administration & Management from Corvinus University Budapest and an MSc in Business Administration & Management from the University of Pécs, Katusak-Huzsvar boasts an illustrious career that spans more than three decades.

Starting his career in Hungary, he has played pivotal roles in renowned hotels across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, culminating in his most recent role as the General Manager of W Dubai – The Palm and W Residences Dubai – The Palm, UAE, a position he assumed in August 2020.

Prior to this, he held the role of General Manager at SO/Vienna in Austria, where he steered the operations to excellence from January 2018 to July 2020, the hotel said.

Katusak-Huzsvar’s leadership journey is marked by significant positions, including General Manager at W Dubai – Al Habtoor City, UAE, and W Guangzhou, China, while his versatility was showcased during his tenure as the General Manager – Task Force at Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel, Qatar, a statement said.

Additionally, his noteworthy tenure as the General Manager at W St. Petersburg, Russia, and Director of Operations at W Doha Hotel and Residences, Qatar, underscore his mastery in curating guest experiences within the realm of luxury.

His commitment to continuous professional development was demonstrated by his participation in seminars and training programmes such as the Finance360 for GMs program by eCornell, along with the Heartist Journey – Supertransformer Training, and the Value-Based Leadership Training.

Recognised as the General Manager of the Year – High-End Resort (top 10) by Hotelier Middle East in 2023, Katusak-Huzsvar was also included in Hotelier Middle East’s General Manager Power 100 List UAE for two consecutive years in 2021 and 2022, attesting to his profound impact in the regional hospitality landscape.

Further accolades include the Stephen Garff, Marriott Award of Excellence for Culture and the Debbie Marriott Harrison Leader of the Year Award in 2022 and 2021, respectively.

Fluent in Hungarian, German, and English, with proficiency in Italian and Russian, Katusak-Huzsvar brings a cosmopolitan perspective and linguistic finesse to his role. Serving as the key chair of the Marriott Business Council UAE Market Driven Initiatives Council since January 2021 and the MBC UAE F&B Council since August 2020, Peter actively contributes to shaping industry initiatives. – TradeArabia News Service