The Middle East and North Africa Leisure and Attractions Council (MENALAC), has appointed a new and expanded board of directors.
The Council allocated two seats on the board to its manufacturers and suppliers committee, which has been formed to “represent the interests of their sector, together with the consultants and service providers to the business.”
MENALAC is headed by a new leader, Alhasan Kaabous Alzaabi, who will be president of the board for two years. Alzabbi is vice president of Farah Experiences in the UAE.
Silvio Liedtke, who is CEO at Landmark Leisure, remains vice president of MENALAC. Prakash Vivekanand is still secretary general of the organisation and is also the CEO of the Zone Amusement Arcade in the UAE.
The director of operations at Antics Land, UAE, is the Council’s treasurer.
A representative from MENALAC commented on the new board appointments.
“We are pleased with the outcome of our third annual meeting and the general assembly noted the significant progress made by MENALAC in the past 12 months. During this period we have witnessed a 40 per cent growth in our membership base and have hosted many educational conferences and awards initiatives. They have all been very successful and insightful for the leisure and entertainment industry.
“Meaningful interaction with authorities and regulatory bodies, enhanced engagement with industry stakeholders, extending our reach to smaller operators and businesses and educational programmes geared to suit the specific requirements of the MENA region.”
