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ABOUT NEVILA
Nevila Dudaj, with 22 years of rich experience in hospitality and tourism, stands as a distinguished entrepreneur and leader. As the CEO of Adriatik Hotel and Founder of Adriatik Tours LLC, she has revolutionized hospitality in Albania and extended her influence to the USA. Recognized as Albania’s Best General Manager in 2022 and a celebrated businesswoman, Nevila embodies a leadership style that is rooted in empathy, innovation, and unwavering commitment to excellence. Her journey from aspiring teacher and doctor to a renowned hospitality leader showcases her adaptability and passion for creating impactful experiences and fostering a nurturing environment for future leaders.
SUCCESS IS ABOUT ACHIEVING MY GOALS AND GOING BEYOND EVERY EXPECTATION I HAD WHEN I WAS 10 YEARS OLD.
Nevila Dudaj
NEVILA IN A NUTSHELL
Entrepreneur / General Manager
LUXURY ADRIATIK HOTEL DURRES, ALBANIA & ADRIATIK TOURS
area of expertise
General Management Albania 🇦🇱 USA 🇺🇸
companies Nevila has worked for
NEVILA AS A LEADER
Nevila’s leadership philosophy is grounded in resilience, empathy, and continuous learning. She believes that success comes from hard work, passion, and an unwavering commitment to one's goals. As a leader, she values honesty, patience, and the importance of nurturing and empowering her team. Nevila is dedicated to supporting women in the industry, encouraging them to pursue their dreams and providing them with the tools and opportunities to succeed.
Leadership is not a title.
Great leaders don't create followers, they create leaders.
The future of leadership is trust.
When I think of a leader, I think of Ghandi.
RESILIENCE MEANS NOT QUITTING WHAT YOU STARTED AND ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT, AND ASKING FOR ADVICE FROM COACHES AND LEADERS IN YOUR INDUSTRY.
Nevila Dudaj
NEVILA ON OVERCOMING GENDER STEREOTYPES
Nevila faced significant challenges as the only female manager in the male-dominated hospitality industry in Albania. Through perseverance, knowledge, and dedication, she overcame gender stereotypes, proving her capabilities and earning respect. Her journey highlights the importance of resilience and breaking down barriers for future generations of women leaders.
NEVILA ON BALANCING WORK AND FAMILY
As an entrepreneur and mother, Nevila has mastered the art of balancing work and family life. She adjusted her schedule to be present for her children's activities while managing her businesses. This balance not only helped her maintain a healthy work-life balance but also allowed her to be a role model for her children and team.
MY HUMBLE BEGINNINGS TAUGHT ME A LOT ABOUT MY WORK, THE WAY TO DEAL WITH MY TEAM, AND WITH THE GUESTS. THE LEARNING PROCESS MADE ME WHO I AM TODAY.
Nevila on becoming a better leader
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