Kenan Tekin - Board of Advisor
Board of Advisors
Kenan Tekin
Hospitality & Textile Strategy Advisor
Kenan Tekin brings over two decades of combined experience in luxury hospitality and the textile industry, uniquely positioned at the intersection of guest experience, operational efficiency, and product innovation.
Having worked closely with world-renowned hotel groups, procurement teams, and ownership firms, Kenan blends a hospitality operator’s mindset with a textile expert’s technical understanding, allowing him to develop tailored textile strategies that elevate guest satisfaction, strengthen brand identity, and support long-term operational performance.
Profile Summary
With a deep background in both hotel operations and textile sourcing, Kenan understands how fabrics must perform, not only in concept or design presentations, but in the demanding, high-traffic environments of luxury hotels and resorts.
He excels at translating design vision into practical, durable textile solutions that benefit guests, housekeeping teams, and ownership groups alike.
Throughout his career, he has helped hotel brands create exceptional room and suite experiences where bed, bath, and spa textiles embody the property's story while delivering durability, consistency, and measurable financial value.
Areas of Expertise
- Luxury hospitality operations, procurement, and project-based textile supply
- Strategic market expansion across North America and the Middle East
- Textile performance analysis and lifecycle cost optimization
- Partnership development with design, operations, and procurement teams
- Guest experience enhancement through textile selection and standards
- Training hospitality teams on textile care, performance, and sustainability
Contributions to Globaltex
At Globaltex Fine Linens, Kenan advises the leadership team on:
- Expanding the brand’s presence within premium hotel groups
- Strengthening long-term partnerships with owners, operators, and design leaders
- Integrating data-driven insights into product development and sales strategies
- Ensuring textile collections align with both guest expectations and operational realities
Through his advisory role, Kenan supports Globaltex in positioning itself as a trusted partner for luxury hospitality brands seeking comfort, performance, and operational reliability in every textile touchpoint.
Advisor Focus at Globaltex
- Guiding product selections for new build and renovation projects
- Supporting sales teams with hospitality-focused insights
- Helping align design, operations, and finance stakeholders around textile choices
Advisor Quote
Textiles are the silent storytellers of hospitality. When crafted with precision and intent, they transform a room into an experience, one that guests remember long after they leave.