With experiences spanning 35 years, with 25 years in the Arabian Gulf, Tony has directed master-plans and development strategies for tourism, luxury hotels, resorts and lodges across 8 countries. As an ecologist and wildlife conservationist he has been responsible for successfully developing ESG, sustainability and conservation strategies and policies which protect and regenerate ecosystems, leading the formation of several IUCN-certified Protected Areas through his career.
He has advised ministries, companies and agencies on tourism and hospitality development, receiving numerous international awards for his contributions to sustainable development; including Aga Khan, World Legacy and Tourism for Tomorrow Awards.
Recently, as founder of Destination-360 FZC (Dubai) and Nature-based Solutions.me, he continues as Advisor and Consultant to destinations, governments, and hospitality developers on ESG and sustainable development.