Bangkok, Thailand, July 6, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is pleased to announce that two leading figures in the Thai tourism industry have been included in the International Hospitality Institute's list of the "100 Most Influential People in Global Hospitality 2022." The list, published by the US-based International Hospitality Institute, recognizes leading innovators and trailblazers worldwide.

These are Mr. Deepak Ohri, founder and CEO of lebua Hotels & Resorts, and Mr. William Heinecke, Chairman of Minor International.

With this list, the International Hospitality Institute (IHI) recognizes these “change agents and thought leaders for their work in promoting the global hotel industry”.

The world-renowned, award-winning entrepreneur Mr. Ohri has significantly shaped the luxury hotel industry in Asia and driven the growth of Bangkok-based lebua Hotels & Resorts with his concept of "experiential luxury." His unique approach to luxury and hospitality is based on the conviction that the focus should be on creating lasting emotional experiences for guests.

Mr. Heinecke has long been one of the leading figures in the Asian hotel industry. Today, Minor International (MINT), headquartered in Bangkok, is one of the largest hotel and leisure companies in the Asia-Pacific region, with over 520 hotels and resorts, 2,410 restaurants, and 339 retail outlets.

The IHI, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is a global advocacy, training, and standards organization for the hotel and hospitality industry. It maintains offices in various countries and is committed to promoting excellence in the industry worldwide.