Beena Vijayakumar Recognized in Hozpitality’s Best 30 Women Leaders in the Middle East 2025
Director of Housekeeping at Bab Al Qasr Hotel & Residences Celebrated for Sustainable Innovation and Team Empowerment.
Beena Vijayakumar, Director of Housekeeping at Bab Al Qasr Hotel & Residences, has been honored in Hozpitality’s Best 30 Women Leaders in the Middle East 2025 for her transformative leadership in guest experience, sustainability, and team development. Renowned for her hands-on approach, Beena merges operational excellence with a passion for mentoring, setting new benchmarks in luxury hospitality.
Under her leadership, the housekeeping department achieved a 98.5% Employee Satisfaction Score (2025), reflecting her commitment to fostering a collaborative culture. Her innovative training initiatives, like the “Marathon Up the Back Stairs” and SOP updating competitions, make learning dynamic while maintaining the hotel’s exacting standards. These efforts have earned her accolades, including the Clean Middle East Power Woman Award (2024, 2025) and a spot among the 30 Most Popular Housekeeping Leaders in the Middle East.
A champion of sustainability, Beena drives eco-conscious practices such as linen reuse programs, waste reduction, and partnerships with green suppliers. Her strategic vision aligns housekeeping operations with the hotel’s broader environmental goals, proving that luxury and sustainability can coexist.
Known for her integrity and warmth, Beena inspires trust across all organizational levels. Her ability to balance meticulous service with team empowerment makes her an indispensable leader, whose influence extends far beyond her department.
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