After receiving over 106 GM nominations and over 42,000 votes, list of Most Popular and Commended GM’s announced for UAE.
In the heart of the Middle East, where hospitality and tourism intertwine, the Hozpitality Group annually recognizes the leaders steering the industry with the Best 30 General Manager Power List. This curated selection showcases excellence within the sector, determined through a meticulous voting process involving industry peers and associates.
Ensuring seamless operations to create unforgettable guest experiences requires round-the-clock dedication from hospitality establishments. At the helm of each company stands the General Manager, akin to the captain of a ship, steering the team towards excellence. Their tireless efforts in achieving targets and motivating their teams warrant recognition and appreciation. The Hozpitality Group leads the charge in acknowledging these exceptional individuals through its Best 30 General List in the Middle East, which also highlights 10 recommended General Managers from the region.
They are not merely administrators but visionaries responsible for shaping the guest experience, fostering innovation, and navigating the challenges of a dynamic industry. General Managers cultivate a culture of excellence, ensuring that each guest leaves with unforgettable memories. Their strategic decisions ripple through the organization, impacting everything from staff morale to overall guest satisfaction.
As the Middle East's tourism industry continues its upward trajectory, recognizing exceptional General Managers becomes imperative. The Hozpitality Group's initiative celebrates individual excellence while also underscoring the collaborative spirit propelling the success of the region's dynamic hospitality and tourism sector.
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Hozpitality Group - Hozpitality Best 30 General Manager Power List in the Dynamic Middle East Tourism SceneHere is the list of 30 Best Most Popular GM Winners (in alphabetical order):
Adrian Stoppe General Manager Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah |
Amro Nagah General Manager Swissotel Al Murooj |
Andre A. Saade General Manager Crowne Plaza Riyadh Minhal |
Andre Grove General Manager Arabian Ranches Golf Club |
Andy Cuthbert General Manager Jumeirah Creekside Hotel |
Ankush Kaul General Manager The Canvas Hotel, Dubai |
Bassam Zakaria Cluster General Manager dusitD2 kenz Hotel & Dusit Princess Residences - Dubai Marina |
Carsten Wiegandt General Manager Kempinski Hotel Muscat |
Chris Fourment General Manager Mercure Gold Hotel, Jumeirah |
David Wilson General Manager Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah |
Emad Nabulsi Cluster General Manager Souq Al Wakra Hotel Qatar by Tivoli, Souq Waqif Boutique Hotels by Tivoli, Al Najada Doha Hotel by Tivoli and Al Najada Doha Hotel Apartments by Oaks |
Jeroen Elmendorp, General Manager, The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai |
Julia Schamne Cluster General Manager Ibis Styles, Adagio, Mercure Dubai Deira Cluster |
Klaus Reinwand - General Manager - The Cove Rotana, RAK |
Manish Jha General Manager NH Collection Dubai The Palm |
Marianne Fitzgerald General Manager Address Sky View Dubai |
Murat Zorlu General Manager Rixos The Palm Hotel & Suites |
Nemo Acimovic General Manager Bab Al Qasr |
Nicolas Chammaa General Manager Fujairah Rotana Resort & Spa |
Orsolya Meszaros General Manager Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Beach Resort |
Rabih Beaino General Manager InterContinental Riyadh |
Rami Albawab, Cluster General Manager, Radisson Blu Resort Fujairah & Nassima Tower Hotel Apartments |
Saeid Heidari General Manager Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City |
Samer Homsi General Manager Metropolitan Hotel Dubai |
Samir Arora Cluster General Manager The Retreat Palm Dubai MGallery by Sofitel, Ibis Styles Dubai Jumeirah and Ramada by Wyndham Downtown Dubai |
Saurabh Tiwari, General Manager, Taj Dubai |
Savino Leone General Manager Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Hotel |
Stefan Fuchs General Manager InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa |
Sumit Jassal General Manager Ramee Grand Hotel & Spa, Seef - Bahrain |
Thierry Perrot Cluster General Manager Wyndham And Radisson Dubai Deira |
Asser Samy General Manager TIME Asma Hotel |
Binu Varghese General Manager Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Dubai JBR |
Haitham Galal General Manager The Tower Plaza Hotel Dubai |
Khaled Saab GENERAL MANAGER RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT SZR |
Mohammed Nazir Malik General Manager Palma Beach Resort and Spa |
Nitin Saxena Group General Manager Central Hotels UAE |
Rajan Malik Director Of Operations Asha's Restaurant International |
Reda Moukhtar General Manager Atana Hotel |
Samer Rafie General Manager Hues Boutique Hotel Dubai |
Shahzad Butt General Manager Four Points by Sheraton Production City, Dubai |