Profile

Tommy Lai

Former Chief Executive Officer
GHM

Tommy Lai is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Alyvate Hospitality, a strategic joint venture with Dossen Hotel Management Group, the 5th largest hotel management company in China. Alyvate Hospitality is dedicated to redefining excellence in the hospitality industry and elevating its brands to a global platform. Prior, Tommy was Chief Executive Officer at General Hotel Management Pte Ltd (GHM) where he played a pivotal role in driving their growth and global presence in the luxury hospitality sector, particularly with the success of The Chedi properties across various international destinations. Some key highlights of his impactful tenure include establishing an exclusive ultra-luxury hotel brand for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as well as rejuvenating and transforming historic landmarks into stunning hotels. Tommy’s significant contributions have been recognized with a coveted spot on Hotelier Middle East’s esteemed Executive Power List for 2021 and 2022, solidifying his influence in the GCC region’s hotel industry. He also secured a position in the top 30 Saudi Arabia Vision 2030 Power List, attesting to his profound impact on the Kingdom’s flourishing hospitality sector.