Grand Plaza Mövenpick Media City Dubai strengthens leadership with key appointments

UAE – Accor’s only five-star property in Dubai Media City, Grand Plaza Mövenpick, has enhanced its leadership team through internal promotions and a strategic new hire.

These appointments are aimed at reinforcing key operational pillars, sales, food and beverage, and rooms, during a year of exceptional growth.

Management expects the strengthened leadership structure to accelerate revenue, improve guest satisfaction, and sustain the hotel’s competitive recognition across Dubai’s dynamic hospitality landscape.

Nandini Vohra: Director of Sales

Following a standout performance, seasoned hotelier Nandini Vohra has been elevated to Director of Sales.

Since assuming the role, she has outperformed budget projections across all segments—corporate, leisure, and group business.

Her leadership has consistently driven a high pace of bookings, with Q1-2025 marking the highest meetings and events (M&E) revenue since the hotel’s inception.

Under her direction, the M&E segment remains fully booked, supported by strong commercial momentum and reinforced key accounts.

Vohra’s sharp focus on securing high-value clients and long-term partnerships continues to support the hotel’s robust business pipeline.

Marco Amarone: Director of Food & Beverage

Marco Amarone takes on the role of Director of Food and Beverage, having successfully led the hotel’s four dining venues and expansive banqueting operations.

His commercial acumen delivered record-breaking Iftar revenues during Ramadan, outperforming previous years by mid-month.

Amarone has launched seasonal menus, crafted targeted promotions, and expanded the property’s outside catering initiatives.

Guest reviews and repeat bookings highlight his success in enhancing the dining experience. His focus now turns to ensuring consistency across both culinary and event services.

Sudheesh Surendran: Rooms Division Manager

Joining from within the Accor family, Sudheesh Surendran brings experience from Fairmont and Pullman properties to his new role as Rooms Division Manager.

He now oversees front office, housekeeping, and spa operations.

Since joining, the hotel’s online reputation score has risen, driven by his initiatives to streamline guest engagement and improve service efficiency.

Surendran’s operational precision and focus on quality have led to a noticeable rise in guest satisfaction during the first quarter.

Together, the trio is poised to guide the hotel through a high-performing year and capture emerging demand from Dubai’s ever-evolving business and leisure sectors.

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