Marloes Knippenberg

CEO – Kerten Hospitality

Since becoming CEO of Kerten Hospitality in 2015, Marloes Knippenberg has transformed the company from a single-brand operation into a global lifestyle group with a diverse portfolio spanning 55+ lodging projects across multiple brands and countries. Her visionary leadership has redefined industry standards by embedding ESG principles at the core of Kerten Hospitality’s strategy, operations, and the entire value chain for next-generation, mixed-use developments.
Marloes is known for creating purpose-driven destinations where innovation, community, and conscious collaboration converge. A forward-thinking leader, she serves on numerous industry boards and is a passionate advocate for empowering future leaders in hospitality.
She was recognised as one of Forbes Middle East’s 100 Most Powerful Businesswomen in 2024, and also featured on Forbes Middle East list of Top 100 Travel & Tourism Leaders for the past three consecutive years, as well as Hotelier’s Executive Power List for the past five consecutive years, and Hotel & Catering’s Top 40 Hospitality Heavyweights 2024, further cementing her status as one of the most influential figures in the industry.

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