TAYYAB HASNAIN

Golf, Sports & Wellness | Luxury Hospitality & Wellness Leader

Duba, SA.

About

Strategic Golf, Sports, and Wellness Leader with over 8 years of experience spearheading premium recreational and wellbeing operations across luxury resorts and integrated communities in the Middle East and South Asia. Proven expert in pre-opening and operational management of multi-sport facilities, golf amenities, fitness centers, and spas, consistently delivering Forbes-level service standards. Successfully drove revenue growth, developed robust SOPs and KPIs, and led multidisciplinary teams of 35+ personnel, fostering holistic guest experiences through innovative programming and operational excellence.

Work

EFS facilities Services Group

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Community Manager - (Oxagon Hive)

Saudi Arabia, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Arabia

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Summary

Led comprehensive pre-opening and ongoing operations for a vibrant, multicultural community of over 2,500 residents, ensuring culturally inclusive services and programs while driving continuous improvement.

Highlights

Spearheaded the pre-opening and operational readiness for an 8,000+ sqm Indoor Recreation Hub (gyms, games rooms, spa, salons, café, bar) and extensive outdoor sports facilities (4 pools, 3 tennis, 2 football, 2 padel, 1 basketball, 4 Pickleball, 3 squash courts, children's play area).

Designed and executed diverse lifestyle programs and resident engagement initiatives, including festivals, wellness programs, and cultural celebrations, enhancing community vibrancy and resident satisfaction.

Managed resident relations, complaint resolution, and daily operations across multiple facilities, ensuring timely solutions and consistently high resident satisfaction through meticulous service standards.

Developed and implemented comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), workflows, Team KPIs, and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to significantly improve operational efficiency and staff performance.

Led cross-functional teams, including front-of-house, security, maintenance, and administrative staff, to consistently uphold luxury-level service standards across the entire community.

Managed high-profile VIP and investor visits, delivering customized tours and briefings that enhanced stakeholder confidence and strengthened community relationships.

IMG Golf Course Services

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Manager - Sports Club Operations (Pre-Opening NEOM Sindalah)

Saudi Arabia, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Arabia

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Summary

Directed the full pre-opening setup and initial operations of Sindalah Sports Club, ensuring alignment with NEOM and luxury brand standards for a premier guest experience.

Highlights

Led the complete pre-opening setup and operations for Sindalah Sports Club, encompassing a gym, spa, swimming pools, cycling studio, yoga center, juice bar, tennis, and padel courts.

Developed and rigorously implemented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), safety protocols, and operational frameworks, ensuring strict adherence to NEOM and luxury brand standards.

Managed all procurement, vendor coordination, and equipment sourcing activities, ensuring the timely and efficient operational readiness of all club facilities.

Recruited, trained, and supervised a high-performing team, fostering service excellence and achieving high guest satisfaction levels.

Delivered exclusive wellness and fitness experiences tailored for VIP guests, celebrities, and royal family members, enhancing the club's reputation for bespoke luxury service.

The Club Eighteen by Ora Developers Egypt

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Manager Operations – Sports & Recreation (Pre-Opening)

Egypt, MENA, Egypt

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Summary

Managed full-spectrum golf operations and oversaw diverse multi-sport facilities, ensuring seamless service delivery and high-quality guest experiences for a luxury club in MENA.

Highlights

Managed comprehensive golf operations, including tee-time bookings, Trackman simulator reservations, course scheduling, and handicap system administration, optimizing facility utilization.

Spearheaded daily operations for 6 golf simulator bays, a driving range, and a pro shop, maximizing resource efficiency and consistently delivering high-quality guest services.

Oversaw the operations of extensive multi-sport facilities, including tennis, padel tennis, pickleball courts, swimming pools, spa amenities, gyms, and yoga/Pilates studios.

Coordinated and successfully executed annual tournaments for golf, tennis, padel tennis, and futsal, ensuring smooth event execution and high participant engagement.

Developed and implemented operational standards (SOPs) and streamlined workflows for staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation, enhancing seamless service delivery.

Led and developed a team of 35+ personnel across golf and sports departments, prioritizing staff training and performance management to elevate service quality and team efficiency.

Controlled departmental budgets, successfully negotiated supplier contracts, and maintained stringent inventory control for equipment and consumables, contributing to cost efficiency.

18 Fitness & Rehabilitation Center

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Co-Founder & Fitness Manager

Pakistan, Pakistan, Pakistan

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Summary

Co-founded and managed a Fitness & Rehabilitation center, developing member-focused programs and driving significant revenue growth through strategic initiatives.

Highlights

Co-founded and launched a Fitness & Rehabilitation center, successfully developing member-focused programs and revenue-generating strategies that achieved 30% growth.

Pioneered and implemented holistic wellness consultations, integrating fitness, nutrition, and recovery therapies to provide comprehensive client solutions.

Cultivated a nurturing and high-performance environment through targeted team training programs and impactful community-building initiatives.

Education

Oxford Brookes University

Oxford, UK, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Bachelor's Degree Business & Finance

Certificates

Certificate in Sports Facilities Management

Diploma in Sports Massage Practitioner

Diploma in Personal Trainer

Certified Personal Trainer

Certificate in Nutrition

Certificate in Professional Sports Management

Certificate in Sports Event Management

Fat Loss Specialist (Clean health Professional)

Group Fitness Instruction

First Aid/CPR & AED

Skills

Golf & Multi-Sport Operations Management

Wellness & Sustainability Culture

Guest Experience & Resident Engagement

Pre-Opening & Concept Operationalization

Revenue Management & Budget Control

Team Leadership & Cross-functional Collaboration

Facility & Operations Management

Service Standards & SOP Development

KPI, SLA & Performance Management

Health, Safety & Compliance (HSE)

Event Planning & Activity Programming

Stakeholder & Vendor Relations

Microsoft Office

Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.

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