Omar Hamad Shines as Inspiring General Manager at the Middle East Hospitality Excellence Awards
Judges Choice Award given to Omar Hamad of Address Dubai Marina
On a night filled with glamour and celebration, Omar Hamad, the General Manager of Address Dubai Marina, took center stage at the Middle East Hospitality Excellence Awards on December 6, 2023. The prestigious Judges Choice Award for Inspiring General Manager of the Year was bestowed upon Omar, recognizing his outstanding contributions and leadership in the hospitality industry.
The award ceremony, held in grandeur, witnessed Omar receiving the accolade from distinguished individuals in the field — Manoj Mathew, Independent Content and Media Consultant, and Raj Bhatt, Founder and CEO of Hozpitality Group.
Omar Hamad, an Executive MBA Candidate at Les Roches-Switzerland, has showcased his prowess as the General Manager of Address Dubai Marina. Under his leadership, the hotel has achieved remarkable milestones, ranking No. #1 in the UAE with an impressive 9.5 score on booking.com for two consecutive years. The establishment boasts 200 hotel rooms, 440 hotel apartments, a sprawling 1400 square meters of events space, and 20 meeting rooms, complemented by three F&B outlets.
The hotel's exceptional performance is evident, with a published score of 9.3 on Booking.com, ranking No. 8 on TripAdvisor, and consistently maintaining Hotel GOP margins above 55%. Omar's track record speaks volumes about his effectiveness in leading and managing all aspects of the hotel's operation, meeting the high standards expected by today's and tomorrow's luxury travelers.
Omar Hamad brings a wealth of experience, with specialties including pre-opening experiences for luxury hotel brands, quality assurance, strategic planning for long-term organizational goals, and the planning and organization of large and complex events. His focus on customer and team satisfaction, combined with result-oriented approaches, defines his leadership style.
Under Omar's stewardship, the Address Dubai Marina has garnered numerous accolades, including ranking No. 1 for three consecutive years on booking.com with a published score of 9.5 and achieving No. 1 in STR vs. comp set since 2020. The hotel has been awarded the Best Luxury Hotel in UAE for 2023, and Omar himself has secured the General Manager Power 100 in Hotelier Middle East 2022, as well as the 30 Best Hozpitality GMs Award for 2023. Notably, Omar overachieved EMAAR KPIs in the 2022 annual review and consistently exceeded GOP and EBITDA budget targets in 2020, 2021, and 2022.
In conclusion, Omar Hamad's Inspiring General Manager of the Year award confirms his exceptional leadership, strategic vision, and relentless commitment to excellence in the competitive realm of hospitality. His achievements and the continuous success of Address Dubai Marina underscore the significance of passion, dedication, and a relentless pursuit of excellence in achieving enduring success in the industry.
Meela Seenarain
Dubai, United Arab Emirates UAE