Living with Purpose, Leading with Heart
Farah Shammas is a visionary leader, author, TEDx speaker, and passionate advocate for sustainable living. As the Managing Director of the award-winning
St. Raphael Resort and Marina in Limassol, Cyprus, she has redefined luxury hospitality through her commitment to eco-conscious innovation and compassionate leadership. Under her guidance, the resort has become a beacon of sustainable luxury, where guests are invited to “Radiate Kindness with Sustainable Luxury.”
Beyond her role in hospitality, Farah is the founder of Farah’s Club, an international community devoted to health, wellness, and personal growth. Through this platform, she empowers individuals to embrace mindful living and become the best versions of themselves.
A published author and podcaster, Farah has written several books that celebrate her plant-based philosophy and passion for wholesome living, including 40 Delicious Vegan Recipes: Cook Book and Guide, A Little Boy Called Noah, Theo the Pig: A Poetic Storybook and Recipe Guide, and 50 Delicious Soups: Cook Book. Her fifth book, Live Smart, Play Smart: Tips for a Balanced Life, is set to be released in 2026.
An accomplished speaker and national newspaper contributor, Farah is regularly invited to share her insights on sustainability, women’s empowerment, leadership, and healthy living. Her thought leadership and genuine passion for connecting people have made her a respected voice in the global wellness and hospitality communities.
Her passion for connecting people and promoting sustainable wellness has guided her throughout her career. For the past two decades, she has dedicated herself to health and wellness practices, sharing her knowledge, love, and support to empower others to live their best lives.
Farah holds a BA (Hons) in Classical Literature and Civilisation, a Master’s in Tourism Marketing, and certifications in Plant-Based Nutrition from both eCornell and the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies. She is also a Certified Plant-Based Nutrition Coach with FRN. A dedicated vegan for over a decade, she integrates her values into every aspect of her work and life.
A devoted wife and mother of three, Farah lives in Cyprus with her family, where she continues to build spaces and communities rooted in kindness, sustainability, and holistic well-being. With over twenty years of experience in health and wellness, her life’s mission remains simple yet profound: to inspire others to live healthily, consciously, and with purpose.
