Ghassan Farhat Farhat, a 23-year Dubai hospitality veteran, began his career in the UAE in 1992 as the front office manager of Al Khaleej Palace Hotel. He climbed the career ladder moving into sales with key positions at a number of Dubai properties, before transitioning into executive assistant manager level roles. In his new position as hotel manager for TIME Ruby Hotel Apartments Sharjah, he is responsible for developing TIME Ruby Hotel Apartments’ position as a leading midscale destination in the emirate. A Lebanese national, Farhat is a US-certified hotel and restaurant diploma holder.