Craig Hooley

Craig Hooley is the Chief Operating Officer for Oaks Hotels & Resorts and AVANI Hotels & Resorts in Australia and New Zealand, appointed by Minor Hotels in April 2018.1 He is an experienced hospitality professional with over two decades of industry experience.1

Professional Background:

• Previously served as General Manager of the Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney
• Worked with Shangri-La International Hotel Management in Hong Kong
• Held leadership positions at Mirvac Hotels & Resorts and InterContinental Hotels Group
• Has experience across operational, management, commercial, and human resource disciplines1

Current Role:

• Based in Minor Hotels' regional office in Maroochydore, Queensland
• Responsible for corporate and commercial operations in Australia and New Zealand
• Leads growth strategies for Oaks and AVANI brands in the region1
• Member of Tourism Accommodation Australia (TAA)2

Professional Recognition: The CEO of Minor Hotels, Dillip Rajakarier, described Hooley as "a respected leader with global experience acquired by working with some of the world's leading hotel and hospitality brands".1

Recent Achievements: In October 2024, Hooley highlighted Minor Hotels Australasia's achievement of 45 finalist placements in the HM Awards.3