Hasan Al Haj Hasan Recognized in Hozpitality's Best 30 HR Leaders Powerlist in the Middle East for 2025
Hasan is being recognized for his innovative work in developing agile workforce models and leadership pipelines tailored to the evolving demands of Dubai’s hospitality sector. His forward-thinking HR strategies have not only enhanced business performance but also fostered inclusive, high-performing workplace cultures.
Hasan Al Haj Hasan's distinguished 15-year HR leadership journey in Middle Eastern hospitality has earned him recognition in Hozpitality's prestigious Best 30 HR Leaders Powerlist for 2025. Currently steering human capital strategy for DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai M Square and Al Barsha properties, Hasan has demonstrated exceptional skill in blending operational expertise with innovative HR practices to drive measurable organizational success.
Beginning his hospitality career in operations before transitioning to HR at Grand Hyatt Dubai in 2009, Hasan developed a unique perspective that informs his people strategies. His career milestones include playing pivotal roles in Conrad Dubai's pre-opening (2012), managing a seven-hotel cluster in Ras Al Khaimah (2014-2016), and leading HR strategy at Meraas Holding. Since rejoining Hilton in 2019, he has masterfully executed complex projects, including the Al Seef Cluster conversion and DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai M Square's successful 2020 launch.
Hasan's leadership during the pandemic crisis exemplified his commitment to employee wellbeing, implementing support programs that maintained team cohesion while achieving business continuity. His data-driven approach continues to deliver impressive results, including reducing employee turnover from 11.28% to 9.78% (June 2023-2024) and increasing female representation to 41.6% through targeted diversity initiatives. The 42% year-over-year increase in internal promotions under his guidance demonstrates his focus on career development and talent mobility.
Holding dual MBAs in Human Resource Management and Global Business, Hasan combines academic rigor with practical hospitality experience. His current initiatives focus on creating agile workforce models and leadership pipelines to address the evolving needs of Dubai's dynamic hospitality sector. This recognition celebrates Hasan's proven ability to develop HR strategies that simultaneously drive business performance and foster inclusive, high-performing workplace cultures.
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