Md. Shakawath Hossain, Chief Executive Officer of Unique Hotel & Resorts PLC, has been honored with the prestigious Who’s Who Bangladesh Award 2026 in the field of Professionals, in recognition of his outstanding leadership, professional excellence, and remarkable contribution to Bangladesh’s hospitality and tourism industry. The award was handed over to him by Mr. Yasser Khan Choudhury, MP, Honorable State Minister, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of Bangladesh.
The award was presented at the Who’s Who Bangladesh 2026 Award Ceremony, where 12 distinguished individuals and one institution were recognized for their exceptional achievements in various fields. Among the awardees were Prof. Dr. GKM Mustafizur Rahman, Vice Chancellor of Gazipur Agricultural University, in the field of Agriculture; Ms. Farida Akter Popy, popularly known as Babita, prominent film actress of Bangladesh, in the field of Art and Culture; and Mr. Shahidul Alam, founder of Drik, who received the Lifetime Achievement Award. The ceremony was attended by respected dignitaries, professionals, and notable personalities from across the country.
Md. Shakawath Hossain has played a significant role in strengthening Bangladesh’s hospitality sector through his visionary leadership at Unique Hotel & Resorts PLC, the owning company of leading hospitality brands including The Westin Dhaka, Sheraton Dhaka, and HANSA – A Premium Residence. His strategic direction, professionalism, and commitment to excellence have contributed to raising service standards, promoting sustainable hospitality practices, and supporting the growth of Bangladesh’s tourism industry.
Upon receiving the recognition, Md. Shakawath Hossain expressed his sincere gratitude and stated that the award reflects the collective dedication, hard work, and commitment of his team. He further emphasized his continued commitment to contributing to the advancement of Bangladesh’s hospitality and tourism sector.
This recognition marks another milestone in Md. Shakawath Hossain’s distinguished professional journey. Previously, he was honored with several notable accolades, including Tourism Face of South Asia by South Asian Travel Awards, Best Hotelier of Bangladesh at the Hi-Aim Conference in Nepal, Best Hospitality Icon at the American Curry Awards, Hospitality Business Professional Award by TOAB, and Most Awarded Hotelier of 2024 by BIHA. He is also recognized as the only Bangladeshi hotelier who simultaneously serves as an industry practitioner, academician, and researcher, and is a Capstone Fellow of the National Defence College.
Who’s Who is regarded as an essential directory of noteworthy and influential individuals from all walks of life across the UK and worldwide. Published annually since 1849, Who’s Who is considered a leading source of biographical data, featuring more than 33,000 globally distinguished individuals from fields such as agriculture, art and culture, academia, social welfare, and sports. The Who’s Who Bangladesh Award Ceremony, organized in Dhaka for the fifth time, recognizes individuals and institutions who have made meaningful contributions to society through excellence, leadership, innovation, and service. Md. Shakawath Hossain’s achievement stands as an inspiration for professionals in Bangladesh’s hospitality and tourism industry.