With extensive expertise in leadership and an influential career, Stefan Leser currently holds the title of CEO at Adeera, a contemporary hospitality company fully owned by PIF. Stefan has held prominent roles such as Group CEO and member of the Board of Directors at Jumeirah Group and Langham Hospitality Group, as well as CEO at Katara Hospitality Switzerland AG. His distinguished career also includes key positions at Kuoni Travel Holding.

At Adeera, Stefan is focused on establishing the company and setting it up for growth and innovation, steering it toward achieving significant milestones in Saudi hospitality. His leadership is pivotal in expanding the group’s footprint and enhancing its reputation in both local and global markets.

Throughout his extensive career and prior to his tenure at Adeera, Stefan served as Group CEO at Langham Hospitality Group, where he revitalized the brand, negotiated strategic management agreements, and led substantial renovations. His role at Jumeirah Group as Group CEO involved completing high-profile projects and securing crucial refinancing
agreements. As Executive Director of the Bürgenstock Collection and a member of the Board of Directors at Katara Hospitality Switzerland AG, he oversaw a distinguished portfolio, including the Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne and the Royal Savoy Lausanne, significantly elevating the brand’s global presence.

Stefan’s career also encompasses influential positions at Kuoni Travel Holding, Electronic Data Systems, and Swissair Group’s Atraxis, reflecting his expertise across luxury travel, high-end real estate, and technology services. His deep admiration for Saudi Arabia’s culture and its people informs his strategic vision at Adeera, further marking him as an
industry thought leader.

Stefan holds an MBA in Finance and Strategic Management from Augusta State University a of Georgia. His career exemplifies a continuous pursuit of excellence and innovation.