Panel Member
Bernold Schroeder
Former CEO, Kempinski Hotels
Bernold O. Schroeder is an international hotelier, entrepreneur and mentor, recognized for building high-
performance partnerships across the global hospitality industry. A former CEO of Kempinski Hotels, Pan
Pacific Hotels Group, and Jin Jiang International, he combines strong operational leadership with a deep
passion and commitment to people's development. He partnered with Perennial Holdings - a leading
Singapore-based integrated healthcare and real estate developer - as CEO & Managing Partner of Hospitality,
in addition to being on the board of Corinthia Hotels and CCA/IAC private membership global club network,
and a member of the EHL International Advisory Board
The inaugural TOURISE conference in Riyadh was one of the most impressive and truly exceptional tourism forums I have attended throughout my career. It successfully brought together global leaders, innovators and decision-makers in a refreshingly innovative format that fostered genuine dialogue, meaningful collaboration and the open exchange of ideas.
What sets TOURISE apart is its ability to combine visionary thinking with practical experience, drawing on Saudi Arabia's own remarkable tourism transformation to provide valuable insights into destination development. It is a platform that not only reflects where our industry is today, but also helps define where it is heading. I have no doubt that TOURISE will establish itself as a landmark event for our industry and continue to shape the future of global tourism for years to come.