Leadership Board
Chairman & Managing Director
Jonathan A. Reed
A prominent businessman and investor in the hospitality and tourism sectors, and the founder and Chairman of Meridian Group. Over three decades he has led the development of large-scale tourism projects, luxury hotels, and resorts across the group's key coastal destinations. Beyond managing the corporate portfolio, he is an active voice in the regional tourism sector, working alongside investors and authorities to advance infrastructure and sustainable growth. He is frequently featured in business media and economic forums, offering strategic outlooks on tourism, hospitality management, and investment.
40+ yearsMichael Grant
Chief Executive Officer
A veteran hotelier with over 40 years of global hospitality experience. He has overseen the operations of more than 40 hotels and led development pipelines of dozens of additional properties across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and beyond. He has held full leadership responsibility for multiple international regions and been based in major hubs worldwide. Renowned for launching and managing iconic luxury properties, he holds a degree in hotel management and completed executive education at a leading business school.
30+ yearsDavid Klein
Chief Operating Officer
An operations leader with over 30 years in hospitality, specializing in multi-property management, pre-openings, and service excellence. He has directed operations for large resort portfolios and led high-performing teams across diverse markets. Known for a hands-on approach and strong owner-operator relations, he combines operational rigor with a guest-first philosophy to deliver consistent, high-quality experiences across the group's properties.
25+ yearsSofia Marchetti
Chief Development Officer
A development and investment leader with over 25 years of experience in tourism and real estate. She leads the group's project pipeline, from feasibility and design through construction and handover. Her track record spans mixed-use developments, resort openings, and strategic partnerships. She is recognized for disciplined project delivery, strong stakeholder management, and a commitment to sustainable, long-term value creation.
20+ yearsAmelia Chen
Chief Commercial Officer
A commercial leader with over 20 years of experience specializing in commercial strategy, hotel operations, and revenue optimization. She leads business development across the group's diverse resort portfolio. With a proven record in sales, marketing, and revenue leadership, she has driven performance through innovative commercial strategies and digital marketing. She holds a degree in communications and multiple industry certifications.
25+ yearsRaj Malhotra
Regional Director of Information Technology
A technology leader with over 25 years of experience in IT infrastructure, hotel systems, cybersecurity, and digital transformation. He leads the group's IT function, overseeing the deployment and integration of enterprise systems across multiple properties. He has a proven record in pre-opening setups, multi-property integrations, and systems governance. Recognized for strong leadership and problem-solving, he holds a degree in computer science and is committed to advancing technology in hospitality.