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Francesco Pompilio has been appointed as Rooms Division Manager at The Retreat Palm Dubai MGallery

Pompilio has 16 years of hospitality experience in key tourist destinations having spent most of his years in the industry with InterContinental Hotel Group properties, including Holiday Inn Regent's Park London and Crowne Plaza Milan Linate. He started his career in the UAE in 2010, working as front office manager at Intercontinental Abu Dhabi and later moved to Holiday Inn Abu Dhabi as rooms division manager. Prior to joining The Retreat Palm Dubai MGallery, he was the acting executive assistant manager in charge of operations at dusitD2 kenz hotel in Dubai.

Al Seef Hotel by Jumeirah to open in September 2018 on the banks of Dubai Creek

Tucked away amidst the rooftops and courtyards of a souk located on the banks of Dubai Creek, the 200 room hotel is spread across 22 traditionally designed Arabian Bayt (homes), adorned with the wind towers famous throughout the region. With views down into the alleyways of the souk and out across the busy waterways of the Creek, Al Seef Hotel by Jumeirah is inspired by the culture, heritage and stories of old-world Arabia; and brings to life the warm traditions of Emirati hospitality,

Elie Jawich has been appointed as DOSM at Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Lakes Towers

Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Lakes Towers has appointed Elie Jawich as director of sales and marketing. A Lebanese national, Jawich brings over a decade of experience in the Emirati market, having worked with brands such as IHG, Rove hotels, Rotana and Avani. In his past roles, he oversaw the sales and marketing strategy development for three pre-opening properties as well as being behind the sales activities of Intercontinental Dubai Marina.

Dominic Petzold has been appointed as Executive Chef at Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre

Executive chef Dominic Petzold is the man who brought the first Beer Bike to the Middle East, located in Warehouse lounge. Backed by years of experience in Europe and over 10 years of experience in the UAE, prior to joining the team at Le Meridien Dubai, he led kitchen teams at The Westin and Le Mridien Mina Seyahi, JW Marriott Hotel, among others across the UAE.

Carlo Javakhia has been appointed as Complex EAM - F&B at Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre

The hotel's newly appointed executive assistant manager- food & beverage, Carlo Javakhia, brings over 20 years of experience across Europe and the Middle East. The multi-lingual professional speaks fluent English, French, Russian, Greek and Georgian. He is an expert in every aspect of the food and beverage - from being a previous chef, to valuation, strategic planning and execution.