Maha Galieva has been appointed as Head of Marketing at RAK Hospitality Holding LLC
RAK Hospitality Holding has appointed Maha Galieva as its head of marketing. Galieva has worked in luxury hospitality and retail across Doha, London, and UAE.
Galieva has lent her expertise to Harrods in London, working with brands like Emporio Armani and Elie Saab as well as with Boutique Hotel Princes Square at Notting Hill where she was able to hit targets and managed operations for creative projects.
In Doha, she worked with Frasers Hospitality where she increased awareness through various activations, drove revenue for F&B by initiating community events, brand partnerships with sports and media. As the corporate brand & communications manager with Doha Oasis, she liaised with stakeholders, managed brand ideations, and hosted corporate events from concept to execution.
In the UAE, Galieva spearheaded marketing communications for two Accor brands: Rixos and Sofitel. She was able to achieve an increase in direct bookings through omni-channel marketing for the 715 room keys property and 14 F&B outlets. Additionally, at Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche, she successfully repositioned the fine dining restaurant, driving footfall, and achieving a 40% increase in revenue. Galieva also executed successful digital campaigns, effectively re-establishing the hotel's presence in Abu Dhabi after the post-COVID rebound.
In her new role, Galieva will oversee marketing for RAK Hospitality Holding and its five subsidiaries including RAK Leisure- Jais Adventure Park, BGEC, 1484 by Puro; Stirling Hospitality Advisors, RAK National Hotels, RAK Logistics, and Safarak.