Fairmont Hotels and Resorts has appointed Stefanie Trombetta as cluster director of revenue for Fairmont Dubai, Ajman, and Fujairah. In her role, Trombetta will lead revenue optimisation initiatives, drawing on her extensive industry expertise to guide department heads towards maximising revenue opportunities.
Now officially open to guests, Marjan Island Resort & Spa has been rebranded to Pullman Resort Al Marjan Island.
With passion in hospitality, technology and sales, Madhav Baru Venkata joined FutureLog in October 2023 as Director-Business Development(MEA) and responsible for GCC & Africa. Previously he held executive sales roles at notable hospitality technology brands such as Infor and IDS Next.
Millennium Plaza Downtown Hotel Dubai has promoted Jan Attallah to director of sales & marketing.
The property is part of the Jewel of the Creek hospitality complex, managed by Aleph Hospitality, comprising 770 hotel rooms, suites and serviced apartments in five modern towers overlooking Dubai Creek.
Just a month after two iconic Dubai properties joined the Kempinski constellation, Europe's oldest luxury hotel company has signed another landmark deal to manage a collection of premium branded residences in Dubai Marina. Currently under development by UAE-based real estate company ABA Group Dubai, Kempinski Marina Residences, Dubai, is taking shape on one of the last remaining plots in the Dubai Marina neighbourhood. With a unique architectural design featuring vertical gardens and staggered outdoor terraces bursting with greenery, Kempinski Marina Residences is set to become a fresh and vibrant addition to the Dubai Marina skyline.
Hyatt Centric Jumeirah has appointed Jose Rocha as the new director of operations and culinary operations.
Dorchester Collection's hotly anticipated new opening, The Lana, Dubai, has welcomed its first dining and overnight guests. An architectural statement designed by Foster + Partners, the hotel represents the ultimate expression of trusted hospitality and elevated living, offering 225 rooms and suites and eight new dining concepts; including four that have been created with three of the world's most celebrated chefs.
IDeaS Revenue Solutions, the world's leading provider of automated revenue management software and services, announced today the appointment of Ibrahim Saba as principal sales director. Based in Dubai, Saba will oversee the strategic growth of IDeaS in a region with one of the fastest-growing hospitality sectors in the world, the Middle East and North Africa.
Tim Cordon's role at Radisson Hotel Group (RHG) has been broadened to encompass the South East Asia Pacific (SEAP) region in addition to his existing responsibilities in the Middle East and Africa (MEA). Cordon, who operates out of Dubai, has been a key figure in RHG's growth and success in the MEA region. His new role aims to replicate this success in the SEAP region, which currently includes over 60 hotels in operation or in development.
Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights has appointed Patrick Fernandez as hotel manager.
The inaugural SIRO One Za'abeel hotel by Kerzner International is set to open its doors in February. This marks the debut of Kerzner's new fitness and wellness-focused brand, making it a first-of-its-kind globally. Starting February 1, the hotel's state-of-the-art fitness and recovery labs will be operational, with accommodations available to guests from February 12. Situated within Dubai's innovative One Za'abeel development, the hotel shares its location with the prestigious One&Only One Za'abeel and The Link. Kerzner International positions SIRO as a groundbreaking fusion of luxury and wellness.
The Heart of Europe, Kleindienst Group's flagship project, partnered with IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hotel companies, to operate the 'Côte d'Azur Monaco Hotel' at The Heart of Europe in Dubai under the globally acclaimed voco brand, as 'voco Monaco Dubai.' This appointment complements The Heart of Europe's ethos, which aligns with The World Island's vision to bring the world together, showcasing the best from across the globe in design, development, innovation and energy efficiency.
Stefan Savic has been appointed as director of sales and marketing at InterContinental Fujairah Resort.
Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Media City has promoted Izzat Mambetov to rooms division manager.
Lotachukwu Monyei has been promoted to marketing and communications manager, recognising her outstanding performance, particularly in enhancing the hotel's digital presence and executing successful F&B projects.
Adina Radef is the new director of human resources. With extensive experience, her most recent role was as cluster HR manager at Marriott Executive Apartments Dubai Creek and Four Points by Sheraton Bur Dubai.
Bulgarian Vassil Lazarov assumes the role of director of operations, bringing a wealth of experience from notable positions such as director of food and beverage at the Grand Millennium Hotel and Sheraton JBR, as well as various roles at Accor, Radisson, and Rotana.
Sanjay Sharma, who held the position of Head of IT at Jumeirah Group, a global hotel chain, will assume the CTO position at Orascom Hotels Management in January 2024. With more than 8,000 guest rooms spread across Egypt, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates, in addition to additional properties in Montenegro and Switzerland, the hotel management business of Orascom Development is among the major hotel owners and operators in the MENA area. With 27 years of experience in a variety of leadership roles in technology and business transformation, Sanjay has a wealth of industry knowledge.
Kerzner International recently celebrated the grand opening of its newest venture, the One&Only One Za'abeel in Dubai, marking a significant milestone as their inaugural urban high-rise resort. The resort's interior design, crafted by Jean-Michel Gathy, boasts a harmonious blend of rooms, suites, and the standout Villa One penthouse, all adorned with a soothing neutral color scheme and delicate sand-inspired elements in its textiles, artworks, and unique sculptural lighting.