One of the top awardees at the Arabian Travel Awards is a tourism icon, who has grown the industry with his vision and hard work. Gerald Lawless has been chosen as the first tourism ambassador in the region by the Arabian Travel Awards. His dedication to the sector has been unparalleled. He is also the former Chairman, World Travel and Tourism Council and now ambassador for WTTC, the Non-executive Director Dubai Expo2020 Advisory Board, Non-executive Director, Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority advisory board, Non-executive Director Temes Hotels and Resorts, Greece, Non-executive Director, Adnec, Abu Dhabi, Former President and CEO Jumeirah Group and Director, International Tourism Investment Corporation.