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Portrait of Faheem Amini

Honor Society® member

Faheem Amini

General Manager

  • Bachelors of Science Business
  • Class of 2025
  • Minnesota

Member since May 2025

About

With over a decade of leadership experience in hospitality, I am working towards my Bachelor's in Business Management while preparing to start my MBA at St. Cloud State University. Cloud State University. During my tenure as General Manager of a top-performing Holiday Inn Express, I directed a complete property transformation to achieve exceptional guest satisfaction combined with superior operational results.

As an Executive Committee Member with Twin Cities Gateway, I utilize my CHA certification to drive regional tourism strategies and enhance community engagement. Leadership and innovation drive me while I focus on enhancing the guest experience. My dedication to technology and digital art along with continuous personal growth enables me to implement a forward-thinking and people-focused method in all my activities.

Education

  • University of Phoenix

    Bachelor of Science in Business

    2024 – 2025

Honors and awards

  • President’s List

    Awarded for achieving a 4.0 GPA during a six-month academic period in Jan-June 2025. This recognition reflects exceptional academic excellence and a strong commitment to professional growth.

  • Lifetime Member, Delta Mu Delta International Honor Society Member

    Recognized for academic excellence in business, awarded membership in Delta Mu Delta, an international honor society accredited by ACBSP.

  • Lifetime Member, Golden Key International Honor Society

    Golden Key International Honour Society is a prestigious, invitation-only academic honor society that recognizes and encourages scholastic achievement and excellence among college and university students across all academic disciplines.

  • Lifetime Member, National Society of Collegiate Scholars

    Awarded lifetime membership by NSCS for academic excellence, leadership, and service. Recognized as a top-performing student.

Goals and interests

Career goal

I aim to progress in my career within the hospitality field by achieving a senior corporate leadership position as Regional Director of Operations or Vice President of Hotel Operations. My CHA certification and hotel management background establish my commitment to strategic leadership while optimizing operations and increasing brand value. An MBA degree will enhance my capabilities in financial analysis and organizational management to improve performance on a bigger scale. In the long run, I aim to establish superior guest experience standards and develop elite teams while advancing hospitality through innovative technology solutions.

Graduate school interests

My goal is to earn an MBA from St. Cloud State University. Cloud State University offers its MBA program with an emphasis on leadership development, strategic management practices and operational excellence training. Working professionals will find the program’s AACSB accreditation together with It's fully flexible online format makes it the perfect choice. My goal is to enhance my expertise in business analytics, financial strategy and leadership skills to qualify for executive positions in the hospitality industry. I plan to complete my studies with comprehensive knowledge of international business practices which I can use straight away in practical situations.

Outside the classroom

I enjoy creating digital art and photography, especially capturing architecture and landscapes. I also have a strong interest in technology, often exploring new tools and innovations that enhance productivity and design. Outside creative pursuits, I’m passionate about personal development, leadership reading, and staying active through jogging and outdoor walks. These hobbies help me stay balanced, inspired, and focused on both my professional and academic life.

Experience

  • General Manager

Volunteering

  • In my position as Executive Committee Member, I partner with city officials as well as business leaders and tourism professionals to advance regional growth and economic development through strategic destination marketing. My responsibilities in the hospitality sector involve providing analysis of trends related to guest experiences and traveler behavior. I shape community projects while supporting inter-municipal partnerships to drive decisions which support local tourism and hospitality sector growth.

    Twin Cities Gateway

    Mar 2020 – Present

Languages

  • English (US) Advanced
  • Hindi Fluent
  • Persian Intermediate