Rixos Premium Dubai has promoted its hotel manager to the position of GM. Turgay Erdogan now finds himself in his first general manager position after 22 years of progression through the industry.
Courtyard by Marriott World Trade Center in Abu Dhabi has promoted Munish Sharma to the position of hotel manager. Sharma has worked at the property since its pre-opening days, starting out as the executive housekeeper in 2014.
EDITION Hotels premieres in Dubai's iconic Downtown district, a stone's throw from the city's world-class retail flagships, commercial district and its flourishing art, design and culture hubs. The Dubai EDITION is the brand's latest addition in the Middle East following the success of its launch in Abu Dhabi.
Phil Roberts has been named the cluster director of operations for two Radisson hotels in Dubai. He will now handle operations for both Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Media City and Park Inn Hotel Motor City. Previously, Roberts was the F&B director for Radisson Blu in Media City, a role he stayed in for over a year and which also marked his first time in the emirate, having previously worked across the UK for a number of different grounds.
Jumeirah Group has made history by appointing its first female Emirati executive housekeeper. Lamia Al Murid steps up to the role at the Jumeirah Beach Hotel, promoted thanks to her "dedication, passion and ability to constantly exceed guest expectation," Jumeirah said. Muneera Al Taher, senior director of human resources and Emiratisation at Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts shared: "I am delighted to announce the promotion of Lamia Al Murid as executive housekeeper at Jumeirah Beach Hotel, making her the first female Emirati holding that position."
Roy will be working to ensure profitability at the hotel, keeping in mind the hotel's owners and shareholders. He will ensure efficient revenue management, helping to keep the hotel in "pole position," within its compset.
Catling will have a keen focus on the hotel's corporate and group business, expected to leverage the hotel's access to Expo 2020 Dubai, along with its proximity to a range of sports venues and business hubs. He will lead all commercial activities at the hotel.
Culinary artist and expert craftsman Pedro Samper has joined Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach as Executive Chef. His wealth of knowledge and skill stems from 20 years of experience, working in Michelin star kitchens alongside some of the world's most decorated chefs. Samper's role sees him lead the Resort's culinary team, overseeing some of Dubai's favourite dining destinations including Sea Fu, Mercury Lounge and Shai Salon.
A long-time Marriott director of operations has taken up his first general manager role. Gerrit Schmitt steps up to general manager of Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah as it gears up for a summer opening this year.
One of the most well-respected chefs in Dubai hotels is hanging up his chef whites. Waldorf Astoria DIFC's Luigi Vespero has been promoted to director of F&B and culinary at the hotel. Previously he was the hotel's executive chef, notably bringing Bull & Bear to the forefront of Dubai gastronomy during that time.
Alan Snyman is the new executive chef for Rotana Hotels at the Capital Centre Complex in Abu Dhabi. Snyman will leverage almost three decades of culinary experience at Pearl Rotana Capital Centre, Centro Capital Centre and Capital Centre Arjaan.
Adnan Ali Khan has been promoted to general manager of Ramada by Wyndham Dubai Barsha Heights. Previously hotel manager in charge at the hotel since 2020, he has proved himself as a "true leader" over the pandemic.
Abonitalla has been a chief concierge for over a decade and a half. As early as 2004 he was chief concierge for One&Only Royal Mirage Hotel, staying at the hotel for over six years. He would then go on to be chief concierge for Raffles Dubai, the Conrad Dubai during its pre-opening, Habtoor Palace and the Renaissance Downtown Hotel (now the St. Regis Downtown).
Conrad Dubai has brought in Kyra Bommeljé as director of food and beverage. Originally from the Netherlands, the Dutch national joins from the UAE's own JA Resorts & Hotels where she worked in F&B for almost seven years.
Lifted by Expo 2020 and the holiday season, Dubai’s hotel industry reported its highest monthly room rates since 2015, according to preliminary December 2021 data from STR.
St. Regis Dubai The Palm has welcomed Antoine Nassrallah as director of sales and distribution.
IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hotel companies, further expands its footprint with voco Bonnington Dubai, marking the brand's second voco hotel in Dubai. As one of IHG's newest hotel brands, voco combines the reassurance of a global brand with the informality and charm of an individual hotel.
Studio M Arabian Plaza Hotel & Hotel Apartments, the lifestyle property by Millennium Hotels & Resorts, has announced the appointment of Asif Ansari as the director of sales and marketing.
Located on the iconic Palm Jumeirah, this upscale hotel's beachfront location makes it a destination of choice for those looking for a relaxing getaway. After waking up to the sunrise reflecting over the serene waters of the Palm, guests can exercise on the mile-long promenade, take a dip on the property's private beach, enjoy a treatment at the spacious eforea spa or have a bite at the hotel's wide range of restaurants, bars and lounges — including Trader Vic's, Barfly by Buddha Bar, and Claw BBQ.
A passionate hotelier with a penchant for effective communication, Ibrahim spearheads Sofitel Dubai Downtown's marketing department. Her responsibilities include driving all brand exposure activities, conceptualising and leading promotions, and serving as a trusted brand advisor.