Afif Salibi appointed new Director of Operations at Raffles Dubai (United Arab Emirates)
Ayman Gharib, General Manager of Raffles Dubai, is pleased to announce the appointment of Afif Salibi as Director of Operations. Effective 1 September 2014, Salibi will oversee the daily hotel operations at Raffles Dubai. |
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Afif Salibi appointed new Director of Operations at Raffles Dubai (United Arab Emirates)
Ayman Gharib, General Manager of Raffles Dubai, is pleased to announce the appointment of Afif Salibi as Director of Operations. Effective 1 September 2014, Salibi will oversee the daily hotel operations at Raffles Dubai. |
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Commenting on Salibi’s appointment, Gharib said: “We are delighted to welcome Afif to Raffles Dubai. With an illustrious career highlighted by progressive growth, and experience holding senior positions in both Raffles and Fairmont’s leading properties, Afif is a proven operations leader and I am confident that he will contribute greatly to the success of Raffles Dubai.”
Salibi brings with him over 12 years of experience in the hospitality industry, of which seven years with FRHI, and will play a vital role in maintaining Raffles Dubai’s prominent position as an iconic symbol of traditional Middle Eastern culture, ancient Egyptian history and refined Asian characteristics alongside its impeccable service, subtle luxury of space and sophisticated style for today’s affluent travelers.
Already familiar with Dubai and the brand, Salibi first joined Raffles Dubai in 2007 as Assistant Front Office Manager and was then swiftly promoted to Front Office Manager in 2008. Two years later, Salibi moved on to Raffles Hotel Le Royal, Phnom Penh in Cambodia as Director of Rooms, before he assumed his most recent role as Director of Operations at The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald, Edmonton in Canada.
An avid traveler with fluency in English, Arabic and French, Salibi’s extensive traveling and passion to experience different cultures has seen him explore countries worldwide. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Hospitality Business Management from the Washington State University in the United States.
About Raffles DubaiNot only close to Dubai’s best-loved landmarks, Raffles Dubai is one of them! This stunning landmark hotel in a distinctive pyramid shape, merges Asian style with an Egyptian aesthetic. Brilliant contemporary interiors, faultless service and superb restaurants. Located in Wafi, the heart of the city, only 3km from Dubai International Airport and a 10 minute drive to Dubai’s business districts and all major shopping, cultural and tourist attractions, makes Raffles Dubai the ultimate destination from which to explore Dubai in luxury.
About Raffles Hotels & Resorts: Raffles Hotels & Resorts is an award-winning, luxury international hotel company with a history dating back to 1887 with the opening of Raffles Hotel, Singapore. The portfolio currently comprises nine luxurious properties, from secluded resorts to city hotels in key locations around the world: in Singapore, Cambodia, the Philippines, China, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Seychelles and Paris, each one is an oasis of calm and charm. The company is embarking on a new phase of expansion, with openings in China, Istanbul and Indonesia scheduled over the next two years. With a compelling mix of cultures and styles, every hotel in the Raffles family has its own individual personality, with its own story to tell and its own sense of place. However, each one is proud to draw on the timeless essence of Raffles – to deliver thoughtful, personal and discreet service to well-travelled guests. www.raffles.com
About FRHI Hotels & Resorts:FRHI Hotels & Resorts (FRHI) is a leading luxury hotel management company that operates more than 105 hotels globally under the Fairmont, Raffles, and Swissôtel brands. The company’s distinctive portfolio of luxury and upper upscale hotels features celebrated icons, world-class resorts and stylish city center hotels. Some notable hotels include the Raffles Singapore, Swissôtel The Bosphorus, The Fairmont San Francisco and London’s The Savoy. Focused on growing its distinctive hotel brands, the company is also developing new hotels in key locations around the world including exciting projects in China, Russia, India, Turkey and Saudi Arabia. The company also manages Fairmont, Raffles and Swissôtel branded luxury private residence clubs, whole-ownership residences and serviced residences properties. For more information or reservations, please visit frhi.com.
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