Our Founders

Antonio Gonzalez

Antonio Gonzalez, a visionary and highly accomplished hospitality entrepreneur, leads SHG as its Chairman & Group CEO. With a wealth of international experience, Antonio has an exceptional understanding of lifestyle hospitality and the global markets. His relentless dedication has fueled the creation and expansion of SHG's impressive portfolio of brands across the world. Antonio plays a pivotal role in mapping out and executing strategic plans that fortify SHG's position as a leading international hospitality group.

Chairman & Group CEO

“Today, people have moved away from collecting “things” in favor of collecting experiences.”

Antonio Gonzalez

Nazih Hafez

A co-founder of SHG, Ahmad Hafez brings extensive expertise to his role as Vice Chairman. With more than 25 years of hospitality experience, he has a deep understanding of the industry operations and trends across the world. Ahmad is a dynamic leader who inspires and motivates the team to pursue their goals and achieve their potential. He is committed to the growth of the group's portfolio actively participating in multiple strategic initiatives across global destinations.

Vice Chairman

“For us, team is very important. It’s about who we are today but also what we can be in the future.”

Nazih Hafez

Meet the Executive Team

Introducing the outstanding executive team at Sunset Hospitality Group. Their passion and expertise drive our organization to new heights of success. Our leadership brings industry knowledge and a shared commitment to excellence, with a strategic vision and a focus on innovation.

  • Dany Mourad

    Chief Financial Officer

  • Rania Roufael

    Chief People Officer

  • Jaime Buxó

    CEO – Hotels and Resorts

  • Lorenzo Marras

    President - Dining

  • James O. Burton

    Vice President – Asia

  • Baris Molvali

    Vice President - Europe, Turkey and North Africa

  • Chris Spiliopoulos

    Vice President Finance Europe,

    North Africa & Turkey

  • Marc Maroun

    Managing Director - Nightlife

  • Guillaume Ferraz

    Managing Director - Daylife

  • Maude El Khoury

    General Counsel

  • Kyung Soo Moon

    Group Culinary Director - Asian Concepts

  • Carmen Bardají

    Business Development Director

  • Christophe Hobeika

    Executive Director - Hotels & Resorts

  • Gilbert Khalil

    Director of Design & Tech. Services

  • Sara Stosic

    Senior Director of Marketing - Dining

  • Iliana Orietta

    Snr. Director of Marketing - Daylife

    & Head of Corporate MARCOM

  • Demian Fuentes

    Snr. Director of Operations - Lifestyle Dining