Leadership series: Dimitris Manikis

Through our Leadership Series, we highlight outstanding worldwide industry leaders through in-depth interviews.

In this interview, we speak to Dimitris Manikis, President EMEA at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts.

We explore his remarkable journey from nearly three decades at RCI to leading Wyndham across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, discussing what continues to motivate him day to day, the biggest challenges and promising investment opportunities currently facing the region, and how the business is embedding long-term sustainability practices. 

Along the way, Dimitris shares invaluable leadership lessons, reflections on pivotal career turning points, and essential advice for emerging talent looking to shape the future of the hospitality industry.

About Wyndham Hotels & Resorts: they are the world's largest hotel franchising company, boasting a vast global portfolio of over 9,000 hotels across approximately 95 countries. They manage a diverse family of 25 recognizable brands, ranging from economy and midscale staples like Days Inn, Ramada, and Super 8 to upscale options like Wyndham Grand and Registry Collection Hotels.