Nairobi, Kenya – PrideInn Hotels, Resorts & Camps has marked a significant milestone following the recognition of its Group Managing Director, Mr. Hasnain Noorani, OGW, who received the Best People Focused MD of the Year 2025 award at the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) Awards. This recognition was particularly notable as it was PrideInn’s first time participating in the annual awards programme.
The IHRM, Kenya’s statutory professional body for human resource practitioners, hosts the awards each year to recognise individuals and organisations that demonstrate outstanding leadership, innovation and commitment to advancing HR excellence. The honour awarded to Mr. Noorani highlights the organisation’s emphasis on cultivating strong people management practices and a supportive internal culture.
This award reflects Mr. Noorani’s leadership philosophy, which places people at the centre of organisational success. Under his guidance, PrideInn has fostered a work environment where staff wellbeing, mentorship and continuous learning are prioritised. The organisation’s core belief that exceptional hospitality begins with exceptional teams has contributed significantly to the consistency and warmth that define the PrideInn Touch.
Participation in the 2025 IHRM Awards required the submission of comprehensive evidence demonstrating PrideInn’s investment in employee engagement, welfare initiatives, training programmes and leadership development. Staff across the Group also participated in the voting process. Securing the award on its first entry demonstrated external recognition of PrideInn’s people centred approach at national industry level.
The award also highlights how PrideInn’s leadership has helped build a strong Kenyan hospitality brand that competes globally. By empowering staff, nurturing young talent, recognising outstanding performance and investing in learning opportunities, Mr. Noorani has cultivated a culture where individuals feel valued and motivated to excel. This ethos is reflected daily in how teams engage with guests, collaborate across departments and uphold the Group’s service standards.
The IHRM recognition reaffirmed PrideInn’s commitment to strengthening staff centred initiatives across its portfolio. The organisation is expected to continue expanding its HR development programmes and enhancing internal systems that support employee growth, capability and wellbeing.
PrideInn acknowledged the award as an important step in its journey of reinforcing excellence within the hospitality sector. The organisation stated that it looks forward to continued progress as it builds a culture that celebrates people, empowers teams and drives exceptional service across all its brands.