Tigin Canci Wins Gold Award in Human Resources/Training Champion of the Year at the Middle East Hospitality Excellence Awards 2024
Tigin’s commitment to improving human resources practices in the hotel industry keeps motivating colleagues and influencing company culture.
Tigin Canci, Talent & Culture Manager at Rixos Marina Abu Dhabi, has been awarded the Gold in the Human Resources/Training Champion of the Year category at the Generaltec-sponsored Middle East Hospitality Excellence Awards 2024. This recognition highlights Tigin's exceptional leadership and human resources achievements, particularly in the hospitality sector.
Tigin, with a rich background in the tourism industry, has demonstrated expertise in various key areas, including budgeting, hotel management, communication, and customer satisfaction. Since joining Rixos Hotels in June 2022, Tigin has played a pivotal role in enhancing employee satisfaction and engagement, achieving remarkable survey results—81% in 2023 and 93% in 2024. His leadership also contributed to Rixos Marina Abu Dhabi's excellent performance in the DCT Mystery Shopper survey, with a score of 92% in 2024.
Before his current role, Tigin held various senior HR positions in prestigious organizations, including his tenure as Director of Talent & Culture for the Kazakhstan Region at Rixos Hotels and HR leadership roles at Meeting Point Hotels, Demirören Yatırım Holding, and Dünyagöz Hastaneler Grubu. His strategic people management and organizational leadership approach has consistently delivered exceptional results.
Tigin holds an MBA in Business Administration and Management from Okan University and a degree in Tourism from Dokuz Eylul University. His dedication to advancing HR practices in the hospitality sector continues to inspire colleagues and shape organizational culture.
Meela Seenarain
Dubai, United Arab Emirates UAE