2023 JUDGE’S PROFILE

Abdul Shukoor

CEO

Aurora Hotels International

Abdul is a highly accomplished senior executive leader with a wealth of expertise in the hospitality industry, encompassing Business Planning, Revenue Development, F&B Innovation, Asset Management, and Change Management.

With a determined vision and strategic acumen, Abdul successfully charted the course for The Hospitality Division, skillfully coordinating resources to achieve targets within optimal time frames. Under his leadership, the overall positioning of assets saw significant improvement, resulting in enhanced cash flow and increased asset value. Abdul played a key role in flying Singapore’s brand abroad, with an impressive AUM of $20 Million.

Moreover, Abdul was a catalyst for cultivating a forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture, driving innovation and progress within the industry. His leadership style and vision set the bar for others to follow, establishing him as a trailblazer in the hospitality sector.

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