Sylvia Matei has been promoted to Cluster General Manager at Holiday Inn Dubai Al-Maktoum Airport and Staybridge Suites Dubai Al-Maktoum Airport

Sylvia Matei has been promoted to cluster general manager and is now overseeing Holiday Inn Dubai Al-Maktoum Airport and Staybridge Suites Dubai Al-Maktoum Airport. Bringing over 15 years of hospitality leadership experience, Matei has played a pivotal role in raising operational standards and enhancing guest satisfaction.

Sylvia Matei

During her time at IHG Hotels & Resorts, she has delivered consistent performance, driving revenue growth, efficient operations and team development. Under her leadership, the hotels have earned accolades including the IHG Guest Voice and Loyalty Award and Best Airport Hotel at the World Travel Awards.

In her expanded role, Matei will also take on a strategic leadership position for the forthcoming launch of Crowne Plaza Batumi and Batumi Hotel Apartments in Georgia, a significant milestone in Ishraq Hospitality's international expansion.

General Management Middle East United Arab Emirates Dubai

With over 1,200 hotels worldwide, the Holiday Inn® brand is the most widely recognized lodging brand in the world. In fact, the Holiday Inn brand was one of the first international hotel brands to establish a presence in China in 1984. The Holiday Inn brand provides the services that business travelers need, while also offering a comfortable atmosphere where all people can relax and enjoy amenities such as restaurants and room service,...

Ishraq Hospitality is a hospitality sector of Mohammed and Obaid Al Mulla, established in 2007, with a diversified portfolio of hotel property brands. Ishraq Hospitality has developed a balanced portfolio of franchised and managed properties covering limited service, 2-star, 4-star, 5-star, and extended limited stay property segments, focused on the vibrant and attractive Dubai market.