Mohamed Al Kayed returns to Sevens Holding as COO

TDT | Manama

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Bahrain’s hospitality leader, Mohamed Al Kayed has taken on a significant new role. The appointment is effective today.

Renowned for his substantial contributions to the industry, Al Kayed continues to shape Bahrain’s tourism landscape at Sevens Holding, under the leadership of Shaikh Khalifa bin Rashid Al Khalifa, Chairman and CEO.

He has rejoined Sevens Holding as Chief Operating Officer and Board Member after a successful tenure at Gulf Hotels Group, where he served as Deputy CEO. During his time there, the group signed major hotel franchise agreements with Marriott International and Accor, along with a partnership with Solutions Leisure Group, and the launch of several successful F&B outlets.

Founded in April 2011, Sevens Holding is dedicated to serving various segments of Bahrain’s private sector, driving innovation, creativity, and efficiency. Its hospitality division aims to be a key contributor to Bahrain’s tourism industry, with a strong commitment to service excellence and quality.

The company operates a diverse portfolio of renowned brands, including Royal Saray Resort, Scalini, Opa, Bushido by Buddha Bar, Stage, and Black Tap. Additionally, it has recently launched Royal Saray Royal Mansions, The Royal Spa, Al Massarah Pool Club, and Mood Rooftop Franchise.

Al Kayed made history as the first Bahraini recipient of Business Elite’s 40 Under 40 award. He has played a pivotal role in bringing world-class F&B brands to Bahrain, transforming the local dining scene.

Recognising a growing consumer demand for immersive dining experiences, he has championed concepts that go beyond exceptional cuisine, focusing on atmosphere, personalisation, and storytelling.

His efforts have helped position Bahrain as a culinary hub, appealing to both locals and international visitors. The rising interest in global flavours and authentic local cuisine has created a dynamic and diverse dining landscape, enriching the country’s hospitality sector.

Al Kayed holds a Bachelor’s degree in Managerial Accounting from NYIT, has completed a Hospitality Leadership program at Cornell University, and holds a PMI-PBA certification in Business Analysis from the Project Management Institute.