ACA Leadership Symposium

26th-28th Feb 2025

ANDAZ AMSTERDAM PRINSENGRACHT

Prinsengracht 587, 1016 HT Amsterdam, Netherlands

Dr. Rashed Alarfaj

EVP – Inflight Catering, Catrion

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Dr. Rashed Alarfaj is a visionary leader with over 15 years of experience across inflight catering, food safety, and sustainability. As Executive Vice President at CATRION Holding Co., he leads inflight catering operations, driving efficiency, quality, and guest satisfaction. His diverse background spans semi-government, private, and NGO sectors, blending strategic vision with operational excellence. Holding a PhD in Food Science and Technology from the University of Reading, Dr. Alarfaj is dedicated to fostering innovation, team development, and sustainable growth.

Speakers

Fabio Gamba

Managing Director, ACA

Michiel van der Eijk

CEO, KLM Catering Services & President, ACA

Sam Nkuranga

General Manager, RwandAir Catering Ltd

Lucie Lalanne

Deputy CSR Director, Newrest

Salim Hazife

Managing Director, Foodfolk Australia

Robin Padgett

CEO, Catering and Retail, dnata

Dr. Rashed Alarfaj

EVP – Inflight Catering, Catrion

Christoph Schmitz

Chief Executive Officer, gategroup

Pawel Litkiewicz

CEO, FERIER

Celine Hourcade

Vice President, Global Head of ESG / Sustainability, SATS Group

Barry ter Voert

CXO & EVP Business Development, KLM

Alfred Rigler

CEO, LSG Sky Chefs EMEA

Anne-Laure Perrin

Global Head of Operations Continuous Improvement – dnata Catering & Retail

Simon Frischemeier

Head of Global Operational Excellence & Standardisation, Gategroup

Joana Gonzalez

CEO, Cateringpor