Nadeem Ahmad Honored as Events/Banquets Champion of the Year Commended at the Middle East Hospitality Excellence Awards 2024
Nadeem's capacity to establish and preserve solid client relationships and seek out strategic alliances has been crucial to raising the profile and success of events.
Nadeem Ahmad, Cluster Events Sales & Operations Manager at The Retreat Palm Dubai MGallery by Sofitel, was recognized as the Events/Banquets Champion of the Year Commended at the Middle East Hospitality Excellence Awards 2024, presented by Taaza. With over 28 years of experience in Food and Beverage management, Nadeem has firmly established himself as a key player in the hospitality industry. Known for his expertise in customer service, enhancing performance, managing budgets, and elevating guest experiences, he consistently meets and exceeds departmental goals while fostering strong teamwork.
In his current role, Nadeem is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive event sales strategies to achieve revenue and attendance goals. His role involves conducting market research to identify trends and opportunities for growth in event sales, overseeing end-to-end sales operations including lead generation, client acquisition, and post-event follow-up. He collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure the seamless execution of sales initiatives and manages event budgets to optimize cost-effectiveness and maximize ROI. Nadeem’s ability to cultivate and maintain strong client relationships and pursue strategic partnerships has been instrumental in enhancing event visibility and success.
Nadeem’s journey through the hospitality industry spans various roles, including Food and Beverage Manager at The Tower Plaza Hotel Dubai and Rixos Hotels, where he managed event planning, hospitality management, and leadership. His expertise also extends to catering consulting, as demonstrated during his tenure at Expo 2020 Dubai, where he was crucial in coordinating large-scale events. Nadeem’s experience as Operations Manager at Meydan Hotel & Grandstand hospitality division further honed his food & beverage management skills and event planning, preparing him for his current responsibilities.
Nadeem’s commitment to excellence was recognized at the Hozpitality Awards 2024, where he was commended as the Events/Banquets Champion of the Year. This accolade highlights his proven ability to elevate guest experiences, foster collaboration, and meet challenging goals in a highly dynamic environment. As he continues to drive sales strategies and manage event operations, Nadeem remains a dedicated professional, committed to providing exceptional service and memorable experiences for guests at The Retreat Palm Dubai MGallery by Sofitel.
Meela Seenarain
Dubai, United Arab Emirates UAE