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03 Mar 2023
Cathy Feliciano-Chon, Ali Al Kuwari named 2023 Global Wellness Summit co-chairs
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has appointed Cathy Feliciano-Chon – a leading brand development and communications expert with offices in Hong Kong and Shanghai – and Ali Al Kuwari, CEO of Qatar-based developer Msheireb Properties, as co-chairs of its 2023 summit.
For its 17th anniversary, the event will take place in Doha, Qatar, from 6-9 November 2023.
According to the GWS, Qatar is at a pivotal time in its history, in particular, due to its Qatar National Vision 2030 – an intricate investment plan set to help the state become a global leader in sustainability, health and wellness, tourism, sports and culture.
With its recent hosting of the FIFA World Cup, US$220bn (£183.3bn €207.2bn) was spent radically reimagining Qatar’s infrastructure with 150 new hotels and resorts and new smart, sustainable cities, museums, public beaches and green space, subway systems and sports complexes.
“It’s an honour to co-chair this year’s Summit in Qatar at such a transformative time in the country’s history,” said Feliciano-Chon. “In a relatively short time, Qatar has become a formidable tourism destination and an exciting cultural hub underpinned by a deep commitment to sustainable development.
“The annual GWS brings these varied industries and sectors together to address the critical issues of our time.”
Feliciano-Chon is the founder and managing director of CatchOn – A Finn Partners Company, one of Asia’s leading brand communication consultancies in hospitality, travel, wellness, food and design. She is also a GWS Advisory Board member and previously co-chaired the 2019 GWS in Singapore.
Meanwhile, CEO Al Kuwari leads the development and implementation of the strategic and operational plans of Msheireb Properties and Msheireb Downtown Doha (MDD), to enhance its position as a leading tourist and business destination for work and living.
With 22 years of experience, Al Kuwari has been one of the leading engineers of MDD since its inception. He also led the execution and operations of major facilities at MDD including Mandarin Oriental, Al-Wadi Hotel M Gallery and Park Hyatt, in addition to Zulal Wellness Resort (operated by Chiva-Som).
Msheireb Properties and MDD
The 2023 GWS will be hosted at MDD, a smart and sustainable city district considered to be the signature project of Msheireb Properties – also the host sponsor for the 2023 GWS.
MDD employs a new approach to urban planning by combining traditional methods and modern technology aimed at preserving the environment as well as the cultural identity of Qatar. All buildings are either Gold or Platinum LEED-certified.
As a company, Msheireb Properties’ mission is to change the way people think about urban living and to improve their overall quality of life through innovations that encourage social interaction, respect for culture, and greater care for the environment.
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27 Nov 2023
Good Spa Guide Awards announces Britain’s top regional spas of 2023
Spas from nine regions across the UK, from Scotland to the West Country, have won accolades
in the Regional Good Spa Guide (GSG) Awards 2023.
14 Nov 2023
Echelon Fitness teams up with Run Disney to tap into 170,000 runners
Connected fitness equipment supplier, Echelon, has signed a multi-year deal with Run Disney,
the road race division of Disney Sports Enterprises.
13 Nov 2023
Scotland named 2024 Global Wellness Summit host destination
Annual industry event, the Global Wellness Summit (GWS), is headed to the Scottish coastal
town of St Andrews in 2024.
08 Nov 2023
GWS celebrates Simone Biles with Debra Simon Award for excellence in mental wellbeing
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has honoured legendary gymnast Simone Biles with the
2023 Debra Simon Award.
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07 Nov 2023
Global wellness economy reaches record-breaking $5.6trn – predicted to hit $8.5trn by 2027
The global wellness economy will be worth US$8.5 trillion by 2027, according to new research
unveiled by the Global Wellness Institute (GWI).
06 Nov 2023
Largest-ever Spa China Summit welcomes global attendees to Manchuria
The 15th annual Spa China Summit was recently held at the Ritz-Carlton in the northern
Chinese city of Harbin.
27 Oct 2023
ukactive Awards winners revealed as sector unites in Leeds for a night of celebration
The top operators, suppliers and facilities from across the physical activity sector were
celebrated last night (26 October), as the winners of the prestigious ukactive Awards 2023
were announced at the Royal Armouries in Leeds.
18 Oct 2023
Great Spa Towns of Europe Association hosts general assembly in Montecatini Terme
The Italian thermal town of Montecatini Terme will welcome 30 delegates from the Great Spa
Towns of Europe Association (GSTEA) this week when it hosts the association’s third general
assembly of 2023.
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