Prateek Kumar of Dusit Thani Dubai Clinches Judges Choice Promising Hospitality Leader of the Year
Dusit Thani Dubai’s executive was honored during the Middle East Hospitality Excellence Awards
Prateek Kumar, the senior vice president of operations and general manager at Dusit Thani Dubai, attained the prestigious Judge Choice award as the Promising Hospitality Leader of the Year at the Middle East Hospitality Excellence Awards on December 6, 2023. The award was presented by Andy Cuthbert, President of Emirates Culinary Guild, General Manager of Jumeirah Creekside Hotel Dubai, and Raj Bhatt, CEO of Hozpitality Group.
Prateek Kumar brings extensive experience and a remarkable career to his Dusit Hotels and Resorts role. With a tenure of 7 years in the organization, he currently serves as the Senior Vice President, overseeing operations in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
His journey with Dusit Thani Dubai commenced in January 2013, when he assumed the role of General Manager. For 11 years, he has demonstrated exceptional leadership and management skills. Before his role in Dubai, Prateek Kumar served as the General Manager at Dusit Thani Manila from November 2008 to December 2012, accumulating a total of 4 years and 2 months in the position.
Prateek Kumar's dedication to the hospitality industry is reflected in his educational background, holding a Bachelor's degree in Hotel Management from Griffith University.
His skills encompass various facets of hospitality management, including expertise in revenue analysis, pre-opening strategies, and the effective management of hotels and resorts. Proficient in MICROS and well-versed in the nuances of restaurant management, Prateek Kumar has made substantial contributions to the success and growth of Dusit Thani Dubai.
Congratulations to Prateek Kumar for this well-deserved recognition, acknowledging his outstanding leadership and promising future in the hospitality industry.
Meela Seenarain
Dubai, United Arab Emirates UAE