Slims leadership is responsible for launching of the newly open SPA and other hotel outlets. Mansour Memarian, an Iranian chef with German origins who has 25 years industry experience, has had stints at some of the worlds best restaurants. The hotels e-commerce platform has generated millions in revenue. Guillaumes wealth of experience has made him a well-rounded leader, where his passion brings pioneering ideas that drive long-term brand building and commercial success. In the 1970s, Sofitel became an international chain of hotels. This festive season, children up to six years old enjoy our Christmas Day brunch for free and those aged between nine and 12 enjoy it for AED 99. The Retreat Palm Dubai MGallery by Sofitel: Club lounge - See 3,629 traveler reviews, 2,873 candid photos, and great deals for The Retreat Palm Dubai MGallery by Sofitel at Tripadvisor. He is the creative genius behind hugely successful homegrown concepts such as Dubais iconic rooftop destination, The Penthouse, FIVEs signature Italian, Cinque, and MSG-free, gourmet Chinese, Maiden Shanghai at FIVE Palm Jumeirah along with immersive street-food dining experience, Soul St. and Jumeirah Village Circles first ever nightclub, The Mansion at FIVE Jumeirah Village. With a passion for food and an entrepreneurial mindset, Manhal exploded onto the F&B sector full of creative, innovative ideas and thus Awj Investments was born. The ideology of his vision is to continue to apply and set the highest standards of service quality and, in that way, justify and uphold the reputation that he has among guests, partners, competitors, and the wider community. Throughout his tenure as CEO, Mark has led the team through a global crisis, while ensuring results were delivered, team members were taken care of, partners were supported, and guests were reassured. Motivate, mentor and lead talented professionals. In just under 2 years since its first opening, SLAW has recently expanded to Hessa Street, Barsha 1 and Last Exit, Al Khawaneej. Another standout achievement has been the hugely successful opening and launch of lifestyle brands in the region such as SLS, 25 Hours and Hyde Dubai. David has an ability to inspire and lead his team while continuing to fight at the forefront and his capability to communicate and comfort the owners and external stakeholders are only some of the traits where David differs distinctly from many of his contemporaries. I was promoted to deputy general manager after 18 months and later served as the general manager for two years. Across his companies, Chris executes over 1600 seamless events annually from party brunches to ladies days to large scale festivals. As a result, the property had one of the highest occupancies amongst city resorts in 2021/2022. The Golden Group has become one of the leading groups in hospitality in Armenia. Introducing the 3rd party management model to the region was quite a pioneering move by Bani seven years ago and it remains his legacy to hospitality in this part of the world. My career has spanned over 24 years, and has taken me to France, England, Spain, Thailand, Vietnam, China and the UAE. He is dedicated, committed, compassionate and, more importantly, a man with vision and wealth of knowledge. She founded Nara Desert Escape in 2018 with a lounge and a table in the middle of the desert with the aim to create a bespoke, eco-friendly, and sustainable a la carte desert camp experience. Although he has seen many successes over the years, these are a few of the most recent achievements to date: He successfully navigated Atlantis, The Palm through some of the most challenging years in hospitality history, not only to survive but to thrive, resulting in 2021 being the best year financially for the company since opening in 2008 (whilst also caring for over 3,000 colleagues). She has developed a household name that customers have come to know intimately, where friends and family gather regularly and where quality is constant. As we look towards Q3 2021, I will be focused on driving key activities and ensuring the smooth operation of all services offered at Sofitel Dubai The Palm, budgeting and overall communications". In particular, Panos was at the forefront for the significant growth across the MEA market over 2021, including the signing of eight hotels with a total of 1,279 rooms as well as the opening of five hotels and 809 rooms. 2021 has been a grand year for 7 Management with CEO Rabih Fakhreddine firmly at the helm, leveraging every possible opportunity and fearlessly taking the year by storm. Operating a dynamic portfolio of 16 unique and diverse concepts, with several exciting additions in the pipeline. Her expertise in concept developing, feasibility, food & beverage, business planning, operations management, and turnkey, has been a strong force behind over 60 successful restaurants all over the world. Dominic assumed his first General Manager role at Sofitel Lisbon Liberdade in 2013 where he achieved the ISO1400 certification from Bureau Veritas and scored the best employee satisfaction result among other Sofitel hotels worldwide, before moving to Qatar in 2016 to pre-open Alwadi Hotel Doha - MGallery by Sofitel. Spencer leads Jumeirah Restaurants, a Dubai-based full-service hospitality provider, with an iconic portfolio of acclaimed homegrown brands, ranging from premium-casual to quick-service restaurants, casual dining venues and food trucks. During his time with these exclusive properties, Naim was instrumental in nurturing sound relationships with owners, securing the best possible locations, negotiating, and formalising contractual agreements, and appointing teams to infuse and reflect the ethos of the brands. Hadil Al Khatib has managed to create a beautiful community offering help to women in the industry and support by collaborating instead of competing. Sandeep took on his role as Chief Operating Officer for the Middle East mid-2021. On the top of the agenda; transparency and support. Chief Operating Officer of COYA Restaurant & Pisco Bar, Yannis Stanisiere, is the guiding light of the COYA brand. The safety of our guests and colleagues is our top priority. His passion and expertise in the hospitality industry is unmatched; he is truly a one-of-a-kind leader. Over the last years, Palazzo Versace Dubais managing director Monther Darwish put the property on the map, coming up with innovative campaigns aimed at increasing occupancy and revenue. Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa East Crescent Road, Dubai 9.0 Wonderful 1008 reviews How we verify reviews 10 - Excellent 676 8 - Good 233 6 - Okay 58 4 - Poor 28 2 - Terrible 13 9.3/10 Cleanliness 9.2/10 Staff & service 9.0/10 Amenities 9.2/10 Property conditions & facilities 8.8/10 Eco-friendliness 8/10 Good Kareem Safwat Due to high demand for catering services at EXPO, the team was able to establish a permanent team on site. Recent projects have included spearheading the 2020 launch of the UAEs first kosher restaurant and the opening of a dedicated salon area within Armani/SPA. Artashes Avetisyan is an experienced Chief Executive Officer with a demonstrated history of working in the hospitality industry. Bill is leading the hotel team of over 1,000 associates and more than 50 nationalities and is responsible for every aspect of this 1,608-room landmark, having already led the team to significant operational success. Natasha Sideris is the maverick of the dining scene in South Africa and the UAE. Manhal went on to become the senior business director head for the Middle East and North African region, where he led FMCG brands for prominent companies such as Reckkit Benkcizer, P&G, etc. With his eyes firmly set on establishing Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts as a globally recognised luxury hotel brand operating in the pure luxury segment, Jos Silva continues to be the driving force behind Jumeirah Groups growth into key cities and destinations around the world. In the past 12 months the group has continued to go from strength to strength, with new openings and signings in prime locations and further unique twists on the regions hospitality scene. For something a little more luxurious, guests can opt for the Presidential Suite package for AED 3,000 or the Royal Suite, starting from AED 5,000 per day. Antika, Sayf, The Theater, February 30, B018.DXB, Caf Beirut, Black Flamingo and Lucias are just a few of the stellar homegrown creations of 7 Management with plans to expand into North America and Europe. Whilst many hesitated, David, recognised early that this new kind of business would help them to survive and get through the most difficult months. In 2021, Sunset introduced ten new brands, including SUSHISAMBA, Aura Skypool Lounge, METT Hotels and Resorts, Isola Ristorante Italiano, Folie Restaurant & Sea, and RAISE Fitness & Wellness, taking its portfolio to over 30 venues. Were working towards our current goals, while also building a much better world. Sofitel Dubai The Palm The Palm Jumeirah, East Crescent road 55558 DUBAI United Arab Emirates GPS:25.14025, 55.13242 +971 4 455 6677 +971 4 455 6670 H6541-RE@sofitel.com Access & Transport (2) Art, culture & entertainment (7) Restaurants & Shops (2) DUBAI INTL AIRPORT Int. He employs unique and highly successful strategies such as using a competitive approach to drive business results while strengthening collaborative partnerships among stakeholders. Christope Schynder, one of the most experienced hoteliers in the Middle East and currently general manager of Sofitel the Palm, speaks to Breaking Travel News during ITB Berlin. Stephanie Reichenbach is a celebrated entrepreneur and founder of Nara Desert Escape, Nara Desert Oasis, Nara in the City, Sonara Camp, Sonara Camp Al Wadi, The Nest by Sonara, Nara Nomad Secret City Tours, Nara on the Sea and Hike of Happiness. He has enabled Jumeirah Group to weather the greatest economic storm of the 21st century (COVID-19) and has already broken historical performance records for Jumeirah Group throughout its 25-year history in Q1 of 2022. What makes Hakan distinguished is his mindset and personality. This package includes a New Years Eve dinner at Les Cuisines and breakfast for two. Through extensive market research, he is keen to introduce as many key countries and cities to the magic of COYA as possible. Under his leadership, Hiltons portfolio in the region will more than double in the coming 3-5 years, with 180 hotels in its development pipeline across luxury, full-service and the mid-market brands. He thrives in achieving excellence in both guest and employee satisfaction and enjoys being extremely hands-on in all areas of the hotel to achieve the highest level of service. From. Timothy Kelly, the Executive Vice President and Managing Director of Atlantis Resorts and Residences has grown the business from strength to strength after coming on board in November 2017. In June 2021, Atlantis, The Palm announced its commitment to do business in ways that are good for both people and the planet with the resorts first sustainability initiative Atlantis Atlas Project. Immersing guests in a festive atmosphere with giant iridescent baubles, Christmas dcor, and a show-stopping gingerbread house, guests of all ages are in for a memorable experience. Over the past 3 years of him being Chief Commercial Officer, Yigit has led the commercial activities to achieve a growth of +7 points in RGI for the region, and under his leadership, PR activities have led to an overall coverage of over 10,000 features for the region which has resulted in more than 6.9 Billion views YTD 2022, especially leading in the Middle East & Africa against its main competitors. After having gathered a wealth of experience, coupled with my ability to speak in French and English, the Middle East called. Sunset welcomed the year 2022 with the opening of DREAM, a dinner and show concept that received amazing reviews from guests and the media worldwide. Richards vision for Jannah Hotels & Resorts is to expand to global market and showcase the Bedouin hospitality culture and expand halal tourism by tapping into the international market. In his current role, Jochem-Jan is responsible for Hiltons portfolio of hotels in the Middle East, Africa & Trkiye, where Hilton has more than 170 hotels across eight market-leading brands and more than 29,000 Team Members. Previously, Mr. Shinn was a Dual General Manager, Area General Manager and Regional Vice President with Island Hospitality. Furthermore, he spearheaded the launch of a new brand at the recent ATM, Edge by Rotana, to complement our existing portfolio of products. Starting from the ground up two years later, I worked as a waitress at the Sofitel Thalassotherapy, France. Its AED 199 for the soft package and AED 299 for the alcohol package. His focus is on the people, where guest satisfaction is at an all-time high and a staggering improvement in his teams performance. Possessing extensive knowledge of global hospitality markets;particularly that of the United States, Europe, Middle East, and Africa Antonio has spent the past 12 years successfully creating and expanding SHGs impressive portfolio of brands.These include METT, Black Tap, and Azure. Taking the lead for three hotel openings with total 1046 rooms within 4 years, in a competitive market, wasnt tough enough, the biggest challenge has been the uncertainty of the past 16 months. Kids enjoy a complimentary brunch and pool access (up to six years old) and its AED 99 for kids aged seven to 12. Marks involvement was instrumental in the signing of Diriyah Gate Development Authority to launch Address Hotels + Resorts within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which has allowed Emaar Hospitality Group to make its mark as one of the leading developments in the region. Chris Wright is a Dubai-based entrepreneur specialising in the events and hospitality industries. He oversees all company operations and resources and has launched an array of high-end, themed restaurants throughout the past decade. General Manager Sofitel Luxury Hotels 2012 - 20229 10 Dubai Pre-opening Sofitel Dubai Palm Jumeirah Resort & Spa GM ACCORHOTELS 2012 - 20164 . Today, the companys portfolio includes over 100 franchised restaurants across the Arab-speaking world, employing more than 3,000 individuals. Its no coincidence that the group has been repeatedly recognised as the regions guests choice. More than 1,500 guests attended the exclusive soire at the resort, which is located on the east crescent of the Palm Jumeirah. His ethos at FIVE Hotels and Resorts reflects an ecosystem with high-quality property hardware and cutting-edge experiential software, which allows the brand to drive high performance (for both customer satisfaction scores and revenue records) and has, therefore, consistently outperformed competitors. The Polynesian theme, however, was quite new to the Swiss national, but he soon acquainted himself with the concept and worked with designers to create a resort that reflects a Polynesian theme without resorting to the typical island resort stereotype. Established in 2014, Awj Investments is a fast-growing Food & Beverage Holding Group headquartered in Dubai. The hotel includes 15 food & B=beverage outlets and banqueting facilities which includes 2 ballrooms, 18 meeting rooms and an external catering operation that serves up to 4000 people. A creative in every sense of the word, Chris Wright is the owner and CEO of The Wright Group, a creative consultancy and hospitality group founded in Dubai, UAE. In addition, he provides executive oversight of all aspects of Rotanas day-to-day operations. Our vision is to develop new features and highlights to keep adapting to existing guests demands and new market needs. With an absolute passion for the hospitality industry, he created 7 Management that has gone from strength to strength in 2021, with plenty of robust expansion plans on the horizon.