Mr. Jules Henri Edouard
ADVISOR/ HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
Ex Hotel GM , Accor Hotels, Middle East
Jules Henri Edouard boasts over thirty-five years of extensive hospitality experience across diverse regions including Europe, North America, the Caribbean, Africa, Maldives, and the Middle East. Throughout his career, he has held prominent management roles with internationally renowned hotel brands such as Hilton-Conrad, Winfair Hospitality, and Accor. With a stellar track record of success, Jules is adept at negotiating with financial institutions and investors to optimize costs, increase sales, and elevate product quality. His leadership is marked by a results-oriented approach, driving teams to exceed customer satisfaction ratings and transform businesses into highly profitable ventures.
In his various roles, Jules has demonstrated exceptional strategic leadership, particularly during challenging transitions such as the Arab Spring, where he maintained luxury standards and financial profitability for Sofitel Luxury Hotels in the Middle East. He excels in navigating multicultural environments, fostering inclusivity, and leveraging cultural insights to enhance operations. Jules’ expertise extends across all facets of hospitality management, from operations and revenue management to guest services and human resources.
With a solid educational background in business administration and management from Institut d’etudes Politiques de Strasbourg and continuous professional development through Accor Academy, Jules possesses a robust skill set tailored for success in the hospitality industry. His tenure as Group General Manager at Zithali Resort & Spa Maldives and Group Director of Operations at Azalaï Hotels Mali highlights his ability to drive operational excellence, establish new brands, and deliver unparalleled guest experiences. Jules Henri Edouard’s wealth of experience, strategic acumen, and people-oriented leadership make him an asset to any hospitality organization seeking to achieve sustainable growth and operational excellence.