Kholoud Asha, has been appointed as cluster director of events of both Kempinski hotels. With over fifteen years' experience within the industry, Asha's journey began in Lebanon with Le Meridien, then made her move to Dubai with Atlantis before moving to Emaar Hospitality Group and then Shangri-La Dubai.
Guillaume Destouches, has been appointed as the cluster executive pastry chef of both Kempinski Hotels. With over a decade of experience, Destouches started his career in his native country of France before moving to Abu Dhabi in 2015, acquiring the position of assistant pastry chef at the Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche. There, he oversaw seven restaurants. Most recently, Destouches was the executive pastry chef at Bvlgari Resort, Dubai. Holding the position since 2019, he oversaw six restaurants, with a team of 18 chefs.
Abdullah Issa Khalil has been appointed as cluster director of F&B and events for both Kempinski Hotels. With a distinguished career in the hospitality industry since 1999, Khalil brings a wealth of expertise to this pivotal role, having spent time at different Hyatt brands in the Middle East across two decades.
ElGayar brings with him over 17 years of experience in the hospitality industry.
First Group Hospitality has named Nick Patmore as the Managing Director of the upcoming Ciel hotel in Dubai Marina. The new tower, which will overlook Dubai Harbour, is set to become the world's tallest hotel once completed.
Hulya Pasin has joined Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi as its new director of food & beverage.
Movenpick Hotel & Apartments Bur Dubai is delighted to announce the appointment of Iraida Khon as the Cluster Director of Revenue.
Movenpick Hotel & Apartments Bur Dubai is delighted to announce the appointment of Jenniffer Denzil Joseph as the Cluster Director of Talent and Culture.
Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort has announced the appointment of Elena Sharova as the new director of sales - leisure.
Radisson RED Dubai has announced the appointment of Naveed Sirajudeen as the new head of F&B. In his expanded role, Sirajudeen will oversee the operations of three bars and restaurants, as well as the hotel's meeting & events management.
Denizoglu began his hospitality journey in 1997 with finance before transitioning into F&B as the beverage manager at The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain Hotel & Spa. Later his career path led him to Fairmont Bab Al-Bahr in Abu Dhabi as director of banquets. He then joined Ayada Maldives as director of F&B, where he managed seven outlets. Denizoglu further expanded his skills as director of F&B at the JW Marriott Medan, Indonesia. Moving forward he joined the Bangkok Marriott Hotel, Sukhumvit as director of operations.
Taking the helm of the Atlantis brand, Baker will oversee the operations of Atlantis, The Palm, Atlantis The Royal and Atlantis Sanya.
Previously serving as assistant front office manager and with over 13 years of hospitality management experience in the Middle East, Salman Khan will now oversee the front office operations at the hotel.
Promoted from assistant revenue manager, Zeliha Kaplan, who has been part of the Rixos family for over two decades, will now oversee the revenue operations at the hotel.
Anantara Hotels & Resorts has announced the appointment of Noura Al Moghrabi as the new director of revenue for Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort, Anantara World Islands Resort Dubai and Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat.
Rising from the position of assistant maintenance manager, Dipu Pillai will now take charge of the engineering operations.
Jay Valeriano, who began his Minor Hotels career at a sister property in Abu Dhabi in 2013, steps up as cluster IT manager. He brings a forward-thinking approach to IT strategy, having been instrumental in the implementation of innovative technological solutions previously, including the roll-out of mobile room access keys for Minor Hotels across the globe. Valeriano will now focus on ensuring the IT infrastructure meets the future needs of both properties.
Elena Mukhanova, newly appointed cluster director of revenue, is set to continue her streak of financial success achieved at Avani+ Palm View Dubai with the addition of La Suite Dubai to her portfolio.
Christine Khachatryan takes on the position of cluster director of sales and marketing. With a broad experience spanning 24 years, including pre-opening roles for seven hotels in Dubai, Khachatryan is tasked with enhancing the market positioning of both Avani+ Palm View Dubai and La Suite Dubai.
Georges Farhat has been appointed cluster GM. Bringing his knowledge gained over 26 years at the forefront of hospitality management, under Farhat's guidance, both properties will see an array of changes over the forthcoming year, including La Suite Dubai undergoing a full renovation and conversion, emerging as NH Collection La Suite Dubai.