<p class="special-heading align-left" id="el-16-0"><strong>Investing in our people, <em>driving our success</em></strong></p>
<p class="intro align-left" id="el-16-1">As we embark on our journey towards our 2030 Vision, we are committed to expanding our horizons and enriching the experiences of our stakeholders. In 2024, we made significant strides in our growth strategy, aiming to have 21,000 rooms either open or under construction by 2030. Our people remain at the heart of our success. We have continued to invest in their development, with over 580 internal promotions and 675 participants in our Dalata Academy courses. Our commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment ensures that our team members can grow personally and professionally. This focus on our people, alongside our dedication to innovation and sustainability, drives sustainable growth and long-term value creation. As we look to the future, we are excited about the opportunities ahead.</p>
<p class="heading-2 align-left" id="el-16-2"><strong><strong>Dermot Crowley</strong></strong></p>
<p class="normal align-left" id="el-16-3">Chief Executive</p>
