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Q: What Age Group Do You Mainly Target For These Programmes? Fadi Alaseri: We primarily focus on high school graduates who are interested in vocational training. These students undergo approximately two years of focused training and are then ready to join our destinations. We are also introducing bridging programmes for bachelor’s degree holders from other fields who want to transition into hospitality careers. Q: How Important Is Mentorship In Developing Future Leaders? Fadi Alaseri: Mentorship is essential. We have seen how one-to-one mentoring helps talents gain crucial soft skills and confidence. Our current leaders across all destinations actively mentor young Saudis, helping them grow rapidly within their roles. We invest significant time and resources in ensuring these talents have a clear career path, ongoing learning opportunities, and continuous support. The feedback from employers has been extremely positive. Q: Can You Share A Success Story From Your Graduates? Fadi Alaseri: We now have more than 1,000 success stories across all parts of our destinations—from airports and resorts to renewable energy and facilities management. A recent point of pride is having the first Saudi woman to lead hospitality operations at an airport among our graduates, as well as many women now working in aviation operations through Fly Red Sea. These are powerful achievements that reflect our life-changing mission.
A recent point of pride is having the first Saudi woman to lead hospitality operations at an airport among our graduates
Q: That Is Impressive. What Does The Leadership Award Mean To You Personally? Fadi Alaseri: The award is not just mine; it belongs to every student and graduate who believed in our mission and joined us. Their success is the true reward, and they are the ones shaping the future of our destinations and the Kingdom's tourism industry. Q: Will There Be Opportunities To Share More Of These Stories Publicly? Fadi Alaseri: Absolutely. We would be delighted to facilitate interviews and case studies featuring our graduates. Their individual journeys are inspiring and showcase the positive impact of vocational education in Saudi Arabia.
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L to R: Emma Burdett, CEO WILD Talent, Fadi Alaseri, Red Sea Global and Laura Wojciechowski, CEO Quantum Media
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