Issam Ajouz appointed general manager of Hilton Amman
With more than 26 years of experience in the hotel industry, having held key positions at InterContinental Hotels Group, Movenpick Hotels and Resorts and Le Royal Hotels and Resorts, Issam Ajouz has been appointed general manager of Hilton Amman. The seasoned hotelier was recently recognized by Hilton’s senior leadership team for delivering exceptional hospitality.
KSA in the spotlight with Maher Abou Nasr
In an interview for Hospitality News ME, Hodema consulting services sat down with Maher Abou Nasr, vice president of operations, IHG Hotels & Resorts in KSA, to get the lowdown on Saudi Arabia’s hotel industry and IHG’s position in the KSA market.
Jan Hanák is named the new managing director of Radisson Hotel Group in UAE, Bahrain, Oman and Qatar
Radisson Hotel Group has appointed Jan Hanák as managing director for UAE, Bahrain, Oman and Qatar. He will be based at the group’s area support office in Dubai.
Fairmont The Palm has announced the appointment of Dominic Arel as general manager
Having spent 26 years at Accor Group, Arel is a seasoned luxury hospitality professional who has a solid background in operations, sales and revenue management. He is passionate about providing his guests and colleagues with unique and memorable experiences. In his role, Arel will bring his unique expertise, strategic market insight and strong leadership skills to the Fairmont The Palm executive team, guiding them through a busy Q4 2022.
Junaid Tehseen appointed hotel manager of Swiss-Belresidences Juffair Bahrain
The four-star Swiss-Belresidences Juffair Bahrain has appointed Junaid Tehseen as its hotel manager.
Getting to know Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah’s managing director, Andreas Searty
Andreas Searty, managing director of Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah, is getting ready for the opening of Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah in Q3 2022. Here, he tells us what guests can expect from the new property and how his vast knowledge in the industry will help him in his exciting role.
Copthorne Lakeview Hotel & Executive Apartments appoints Malik Meziane as its general manager
The new four-star hotel Copthorne Lakeview Hotel & Executive Apartments, located in Dubai Green Community – Dubai Investment Park, has appointed Malik Meziane as its general manager.
Getting to know: Alfred Najm, GM of Hotel Albergo, Beirut
With an exemplary 20-plus-year career in hospitality, Alfred Najm is now at the helm of the legendary Hotel Albergo in Beirut. Here, we discuss what the recently appointed general manager is hoping to achieve in his new role and reveal the ambitious plans that are set to take the five-star Relais et Chateaux property even higher.
Paris comes to Saudi Arabia at Mansard Riyadh hotel
Firas Mneimneh, general manager of Mansard Riyadh, shares details on the latest luxury lifestyle hotel bringing a touch of Paris to Saudi Arabia.
A taste of luxury with The Chedi Muscat
Thomas Guss, general manager of The Chedi Muscat, brings a wealth of experience to his role. Having started his hospitality journey as a chef in 1990, before enrolling in management training for future luxury hotel jobs, he is today recognized as of the most powerful GMs in the Middle East.
