FRANCE. Qatar Duty Free has joined Women in Travel Retail Plus (WiTR+) as its 25th corporate partner, celebrating the milestone alongside the retailer’s 25th anniversary.
Announced during the TFWA World Exhibition & Conference in Cannes, the company’s latest initiative reinforces its commitment to supporting gender diversity, empowerment and leadership in travel retail.
Qatar Duty Free is represented in WiTR+ by senior leaders, including Head of Strategy and Programme Vanessa Lixiong Xian; Head of Procurement (Beauty) Ria Chauhan; Head of Events, Sponsorships and Loyalty Katie Jeanne Kiddle; Category Manager (Food and Confectionery) Joanne Sarah Morris; Category Manager (Liquor and Tobacco) Beatriz Isabel Morgan; Category Manager (Beauty) Zeina Ghannam; and Category Manager (Jewelry and Watches) Mensure Erturk Sezer.
These leaders exemplify the strong female talent pool across the company.
As a leading platform for women in travel retail, WiTR+ champions advancement and inclusion through education, advocacy and community.
Qatar Duty Free supports this mission by fostering meaningful dialogue, mentorship and opportunities for women professionals.
Qatar Airways Chief Retail and Hospitality Officer Thabet Musleh said, “Our 25th anniversary year is a perfect time to reaffirm our commitment to diversity and inclusion through joining WiTR+.
“We believe empowering women within our teams and across the travel retail sector is key to innovation, insight and long-term success.
“With these outstanding female leaders representing Qatar Duty Free in WiTR+, we look forward to contributing to positive change, inspiring future talent, and collaborating closely with the global community to elevate women’s voices and impact.” ✈
