Mather & Co Joins Forces with Dr. Patrick Duffy to Lead Middle East Expansion, Paving the Way for Cutting-Edge Visitor Experiences

Mather & Co Partners with Dr. Patrick Duffy to Lead Middle East Expansion, Fueling Growth in Visitor Experience Design

In a strategic move to expand its operations in the Middle East, renowned visitor experience designers Mather & Co have announced their partnership with Dr. Patrick Duffy, a visionary executive with an impressive background in culture and heritage, visitor attractions, aviation, asset management, and retailing. With his extensive expertise in driving transformational strategies, Dr. Duffy is set to spearhead Mather & Co’s growth in the region.

Dr. Duffy’s remarkable track record includes serving as the Chief Operating Officer at the National Trust for Scotland, a prominent cultural and heritage organization in Europe. During his tenure, he played a pivotal role in achieving remarkable growth in visitor numbers over seven years and oversaw numerous investments in heritage and experience design. His leadership experience across renowned attractions and service industries further underscores his ability to deliver exceptional outcomes.

Expressing his excitement about the partnership, Chris Mather, Chief Executive Officer at Mather & Co, stated, “We are thrilled to welcome Patrick Duffy on board as the leader of our Middle East office – his wealth of experience and knowledge is second to none. The future holds boundless opportunities for Mather & Co, and we couldn’t be more excited.”

Mather & Co has garnered a stellar reputation for creating world-class visitor experiences that captivate and inspire audiences worldwide. Their impressive portfolio includes iconic projects such as The Olympic Museum, Downton Abbey: The Exhibition, Norwegian Olympic Museum, Silverstone Museum, Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum, and many others.

Dr. Duffy will be present at the upcoming Saudi Entertainment and Amusement (SEA) Expo, held at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Centre from May 28th to 30th, 2023. He eagerly anticipates networking with potential clients and staying informed about the possibilities that lie ahead for the Middle East.

Reflecting on the potential for development in the region, Dr. Patrick Duffy commented, “The Middle East is brimming with opportunities for culture, heritage, leisure, and attractions development as part of assertive and exciting policies in the region. Mather & Co is ideally placed to provide innovative design and experience ideas and solutions to help bring these developments alive. We look forward to engaging with the owners and developers of these initiatives at Saudi Entertainment and Amusement (SEA) Expo.”

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