MOVEMENTS

RwandAir,

UAE

Muhamud Wayiga has been appointed as the Country Manager for UAE E for RwandAir. He will be overseeing commercial performance, market expansion, and stakeholder engagement across passenger and cargo ops. His experience spans over a decade in the airline industry, having held leadership roles in Rwanda, Tanzania, Kenya, Ghana, and Nigeria, where he focused on route development, revenue growth, and strategic partnerships. These markets have shaped his understanding.

 

Royal M Hotel by Gewan

Abu Dhabi

Elias Saad was promoted as the General Manager of Royal M Hotel Abu Dhabi by Gewan Hotels & Resorts. In his new role, he will spearhead the hotel’s growth and operational excellence, enhancing its reputation as a luxury destination. With 25 years of experience, Saad has built a distinguished career, having held leadership positions at Le Royal Méridien, Emirates Palace, Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, and Bab Al Qasr Hotel. His expertise has earned him industry accolades.

 

Sofitel Dubai Downtown

Dubai

Amelia Mejia-Tagon has been promoted as the Director, Sales, Corporate & MICE, at Sofitel Dubai Downtown, reinforcing its commitment to advancing gender diversity and fostering the next wave of leadership.  The promotion came as part of the hotel’s dedication to developing female talent, with a focus on breaking down barriers and creating opportunities for women in high-level roles. These promotions also align with Accor’s Riise programme

 

Khalidia Palace Hotel

Dubai

Hadi Abbas has been appointed as the Director, Sales & Marketing by Khalidia Palace Hotel Dubai. He is an accomplished and results-driven professional with experience in leading high-performance sales and marketing teams in the hospitality industry. Having been appointed as the Director, Sales and Marketing, at The Canvas-M Gallery Hotel by Accor, Abbas has demonstrated his ability to drive profitability
and business growth through leadership and a focus on quality and performance.

 

Chedi Hospitality

Sharjah

Stephan Schupbach has been appointed as the CEO by Chedi Hospitality. He will take over the helm at Chedi Hospitality, is recognised for his ability to drive strategic growth and pioneer brand direction. He has played a pivotal role in shaping high-profile hospitality ventures worldwide. His vision for Chedi Hospitality is to build on its legacy of excellence, while expanding into new market segments, ensuring the company remains at the forefront of the evolving luxury landscape.

 

Sofitel Dubai Downtown

Dubai

Yasmina Laloun has been promoted as the Director, Marketing, at Sofitel Dubai Downtown. With a decade of experience across four countries and three continents, she has carved a reputation as an innovator in luxury branding, digital transformation, and immersive storytelling. Laloun’s leadership has redefined the hotel’s brand presence and set standards in guest engagement and market influence. She is a force in the industry.

 

Khalidia Palace Hotel

Dubai

Mashood Ahmad has joined as Reservation/Revenue Manager at Khalidia Palace Hotel Dubai. He specialises in maximising hotel revenue through effective forecasting, pricing strategies, and distribution channel management. Starting as a Reservation Executive at Fortune Park ITC Hotels. Ahmad has progressively taken on more responsibilities, including managing room inventory, overseeing revenue systems, and conducting detailed analysis of market patterns to support business growth.

 

Fraser Suites Riyadh

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Hazem El Bahnasy joind as been appointed as the new GM, Fraser Suites Riyadh, stated Frasers Hospitality. With a background in leadership and project management, he brings a wealth of experience to his new role, fortifying the brand’s commitment to excellence in hospitality in the Middle East and around the globe. Prior to joining Frasers, El Bahnasy served as the Executive Asst Manager at InterContinental Durrat al Riyadh Resort & Spa, where he played a pivotal role in driving operational efficiency.

 

InterContinental Hotel and Residences

Abu Dhabi

Khattab Mohamed has been appointed as the Cluster Director, Sales by InterContinental Abu Dhabi and InterContinental Residences Abu Dhabi. He will leverage his experience in sales and business development to craft strategies driving revenue and enhance partnerships. He is a leader with a proven track record in driving revenue growth and expanding market share, and forging strategic partnerships.

 

Hilton Dubai Jumeirah and Hilton Dubai The Walk

Dubai

Shamala Krishnan joined as the Director, HR with 25 years of experience in workplace cultures and HR initiatives. She served as the Director, Pre-Openings HR, Hilton APAC, overseeing HR strategies during pre-opening phases for many properties.  She was earlier the Regional Director, HR for Hilton Malaysia, Philippines and Sri Lanka, she was instrumental in upholding diversity, equity and inclusion programmes.

 

Hilton Dubai Jumeirah and Hilton Dubai The Walk

Dubai

Bishoui Khamis has been appointed as the Cluster Commercial Director by Hilton Dubai Jumeirah and Hilton Dubai The Walk Cluster. With 15 years of expertise, he will oversee sales, marketing, groups & events, reservations and revenue management for the two beachfront properties. Previously, he led the commercial division for DoubleTree by Hilton Kuala Lumpur and Hilton Garden Inn Kuala Lumpur North & South Towers.

 

InterContinental Hotel and Residences

Abu Dhabi

Shamil Samsudeen has joined as the Cluster Director, Revenue, by InterContinental Hotel and Residences Abu Dhabi. Samsudeen’s data-driven approach and deep market insights will be enough in strengthening the cluster’s competitive edge and driving sustained profitability. In his new role, he will lead data-driven revenue plans, leverage analytics and functional collaboration to maximise market share.