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Hi, I'm Henry Abi Hayla. I'm a versatile and dynamic professional with a 20+ year track record in business development, entertainment, and luxury hospitality. I specialize in conceiving groundbreaking F&B and entertainment concepts and implementing effective marketing strategies using original methods. I have a proven ability to spearhead strategic initiatives to drive business growth, profitability, and forge key partnerships. My multifaceted skill set includes DJing, event planning, graphic design, and art direction.…Hi, I'm Henry Abi Hayla. I'm a versatile and dynamic professional with a 20+ year track record in business development, entertainment, and luxury hospitality. I specialize in conceiving groundbreaking F&B and entertainment concepts and implementing effective marketing strategies using original methods. I have a proven ability to spearhead strategic initiatives to drive business growth, profitability, and forge key partnerships. My multifaceted skill set includes DJing, event planning, graphic design, and art direction.

Henry Abi Hayla

DJ, Graphic Designer, Content Creator, +4

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Hi, I'm Henry Abi Hayla. I'm a versatile and dynamic professional with a 20+ year track record in business development, entertainment, and luxury hospitality. I specialize in conceiving groundbreaking F&B and entertainment concepts and implementing effective marketing strategies using original methods. I have a proven ability to spearhead strategic initiatives to drive business growth, profitability, and forge key partnerships. My multifaceted skill set includes DJing, event planning, graphic design, and art direction.…Hi, I'm Henry Abi Hayla. I'm a versatile and dynamic professional with a 20+ year track record in business development, entertainment, and luxury hospitality. I specialize in conceiving groundbreaking F&B and entertainment concepts and implementing effective marketing strategies using original methods. I have a proven ability to spearhead strategic initiatives to drive business growth, profitability, and forge key partnerships. My multifaceted skill set includes DJing, event planning, graphic design, and art direction.

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Hi, I’m Henry Abi Hayla. I’m a versatile and dynamic professional with a 20+ year track record in business development, entertainment, and luxury hospitality.

I specialize in conceiving groundbreaking F&B and entertainment concepts and implementing effective marketing strategies using original methods. I have a proven ability to spearhead strategic initiatives to drive business growth, profitability, and forge key partnerships. My multifaceted skill set includes DJing, event planning, graphic design, and art direction.

Skills

Freelance Gig

Language

Arabic

Fluent

English

Fluent

French

Fluent

Italian

Fluent

Work Experience

Head of Entertainment at Riviera Hotel & Beach Lounge

June 1, 2024 - November 18, 2025

Seasonal role in Summer 2024; managed all entertainment operations, including artist booking, technical support, and procurement. Served as project developer, entertainment manager, DJ, and consultant.

General Manager at TAG Events LLC

January 1, 2002 - November 18, 2025

Co-founder and General Manager; developed and managed multiple concepts including Mint Lounge Bar, Orange Machine, Silicon Club, Wunderbar Club; pioneered after-hours concepts and led large-scale collaborations and festivals.

Managing Partner / Restaurant Manager at Il Parlamento

January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2002

Doha pop-up edition; managed operations for a World Cup edition Italian restaurant; authentic Italian dining concept; responsible for leadership and coordination.

Managing Partner / Restaurant Manager (Doha Pop-Up World Cup Edition) at Il Parlamento

January 1, 2018 - November 18, 2025

World Cup edition pop-up restaurant management; authentic Italian restaurant operations and leadership.