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Black Coral Consulting, Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Judith Cartwright, Founder & Managing Director

Company: Black Coral Consulting, Dubai UAE
Company Description: At Black Coral Consulting, we harness and leverage our clients’ profit potential across all income streams by developing detailed and innovative commercial solutions that empower and enable their businesses to thrive and succeed. With our wealth of experience in the hospitality sector, we help our clients optimise their revenue by providing holistic advise and solutions to maximise profitability.
Nomination Category: Individual Professional Categories
Nomination Sub Category: Most Innovative Entrepreneur of the Year
2024 Stevie Winner Nomination Title: Judith Cartwright
  1. Provide an essay of up to 625 words describing the innovative activities and achievements of the nominated individual since 1 July, 2022:

    Total 622 words used.

    Judith Cartwright brings over two decades of experience in the hospitality industry, with a distinguished career that includes revolutionizing revenue management for prestigious companies such as Four Seasons and Kerzner International (Atlantis, One&Only, and Mazagan).​

    What sets Judith apart is her innovative approach. She challenges traditional methods, maximizing profitability across all facets of the hospitality business, including hotels, resorts, spas, and attractions. As a data-driven strategist, Judith leverages advanced systems and information to identify hidden revenue streams and optimize existing ones. Her extensive experience across multiple continents has equipped her to navigate complex situations and uncover opportunities where others see obstacles.​

    Judith is renowned for her leadership and for her ability to build high-performing teams. A sought-after speaker and columnist, she shares her expertise at global conferences, where her engaging presentations clarify complex topics.​

    Based in Dubai, Judith draws on her vast global experience to help clients thrive in today’s dynamic market. Her clients benefit from her proven strategies and forward-thinking approach, ensuring they stay ahead of industry trends and achieve sustainable growth. Passionate about driving success, Judith continues to be a trusted advisor in the ever-evolving hospitality sector​

    Since July 2022, Judith has demonstrated exceptional innovation as an entrepreneur in the hospitality industry. She founded Black Coral Consulting, a highly profitable consultancy renowned for its performance within three years. Judith expanded her influence through thought leadership, growing her LinkedIn following to over 15,000. Under her guidance, clients saw significant growth with double-digit performance increases.​

    Judith's negotiation skills secured a lucrative Hotel Management Agreement, enhancing her client's portfolio. She successfully turned around an underperforming asset, achieving substantial growth in just one year. Her contributions earned her recognition in prestigious organizations like the Hotelier's Guild and International Society of Hospitality Consultants​. 

     Her achievements include accolades such as Best Luxury Hotel Consultancy of the Year and recognition as one of Asia's 100 Most Influential Women Power Leaders.​

    Certified in Revenue Management and Business Acumen by Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International, Judith chairs the Revenue Advisory Board for two years now and mentors young talents.  She shares insights as a sough-after global speaker and contributes as a columnist to prominent industry publications​

    Additionally, Judith's membership in Female Founders in Hospitality and volunteer work with Evolvin' Women strengthens her role as a leader in promoting diversity and innovation in the sector. ​

    With the launch of her book, "Asset Management with a Commercial Lens," Judith continues to shape hospitality asset management. Her achievements underscore her transformative impact, solidifying her status as key influencer and global leader in the industry.​

    Judith Cartwright's achievements stand out due to her remarkable success in establishing Black Coral Consulting as an award-winning consultancy within just three years. During this time, Judith managed to expand her client base, signing contracts with major global hospitality and luxury players such as Four Seasons, Wynn, Global Hotel Alliance. Vidanta World, the Boutique Group and many others.​

    Judith's industry standing is further solidified by her invitation to join the prestigious Hotelier's Guild, an exclusive, by invite-only society of luxury hoteliers which brings together top professionals in the hospitality industry for personalized, confidential collaboration. Her inclusion in this circle speaks volumes about her reputation and influence in the luxury hospitality sector.​

    Judith’s data-driven approach to enhancing client profitability further distinguishes her, demonstrating a dedication to achieving measurable outcomes for her clients with measurable ROI projections.  ​

    Overall, Judith Cartwright's and Black Coral Consulting's impressive client acquisition, strategic achievements, and recognition by industry heavy weights makes her standout against her competitors. Her ability to deliver tangible results and commitment to innovation underscore her leadership, setting a high standard for entrepreneurial success in the competitive hospitality landscape.​

     

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