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Savino Leone has been appointed as General Manager at Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort

Joining the hotel as of the 1st November 2020 with more than 25 years of hospitality experience, Savino has an extensive international career, having held previous roles spanning the globe in countries including Japan, Egypt, the UK, Dubai and France. Savino has been at the helm of several successful hotel openings and with a passion for food & beverage, he is committed to driving luxury service, quality standards and developing teams.

The Luxury Collection Debuts In Abu Dhabi With Al Wathba, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa

The Luxury Collection®, part of Marriott International, Inc., today welcomed Al Wathba Desert Resort & Spa to its unique ensemble of iconic hotels, marking the debut of the portfolio in the UAE capital. Just a 30-minute drive from the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Al Wathba Desert Resort & Spa is located deep within the expansive landscape of Abu Dhabi. With a design reminiscent of a historic desert village, it is an intimate retreat suffused with natural beauty, unique tranquillity, and rare experiences.

Wesam Khouran has been promoted to General Manager at Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche

Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche is pleased to announce Wesam Khouran as General Manager at Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche. In his new role, Wesam will oversee and drive the successful performance of the hotel in accordance with company standards, mission statement, vision, and values.Wesam brings a wealth of over 18 years' experience within the hospitality industry, with predominant expertise in F&B. Throughout his career, Wesam took part in 4 hotels opening in the Middle E ast with international well-established brands such as Four Seasons, Kempinski, Intercontinental and also Accor.Wesam's new role as General Manager comes as a promotion from his most recent position as Director of Operations at Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche. Here, he was responsible for pursuing outstanding quality of operations and high performance of the hotel. Alongside his experience with Sofitel, Wesam has over 7 years' experience with Pullman. His journey started when he joined the pre-opening team of Pullman Dubai Mall of the Emirates as Food & Beverage Manager. He then continued to grow his career when he was promoted to Food & Beverage Director at Pullman Deira City Center. Wesam then extended his scope at Pullman Deira City Center Residences where he was Residence Manager and Food & Beverage Director.In 2017, Wesam successfully completed the International Hospitality Management Program (IHMP) from ESSEC Business School Paris, the Accor's Glo bal fast-track Leadership Development Program for aspiring General Managers.

Naji Makkawi has been appointed as Executive Assistant Manager in charge of Food & Beverage at Intercontinental Abu Dhabi

Naji brings more than 25 years of leadership in the hospitality industry, specializing in Food & Beverage. He is not a stranger to the InterContinental Hotels Group family as he started his carrier at InterContinental Phoenici a. He is also very familiar with InterContinental Abu Dhabi and the Capital, held the position of Food & Beverage Operations Manager in the period between 2013 to 2017. His most recent position was Cluster Director of Food & Beverage at Crowne Plaza & Holiday Inn Al Thuraya City in Kuwait.Makkawi will undertake strategic responsibility as Executive Assistant Manager in charge of Food & Beverage by overseeing all hotel activity, focusing on the Food & Beverage component at the hotel which include 6 award winning restaurants, the banquet and events facilities, ensuring the hotel's exceptional reputation is maintained and adding to the creative Food & Beverage offering in the hotel.