Turgay Erdogan named among Hozpitality's Best 30 Most Popular GMs in UAE- 2023
With over 20 years of experience, Turgay Erdogan currently holds the General Manager position at Rixos Premium Dubai.
Turgay Erdogan is an ambitious and innovative general manager who has transformed the Rixos Premium Dubai Hotel into the highest-revenue-generating hotel among all Rixos Hotels in UAE and GCC. Taking his current position in February 2022, Erdogan has been instrumental in improving all aspects of the hotel. Being the youngest General Manager across Rixos Hotels in the UAE and GCC, his fresh approach to the position has yielded remarkable results.
His leadership style, which emphasizes team building, has decreased staff turnover, and his focus on guest satisfaction has resulted in improved online reputation scores and rankings. Under his leadership, staff turnover has massively decreased, going from 51.6% in 2018 to 25% so far this year.
Furthermore, Turgay's cost-efficient initiatives and introduction of extra revenue streams have led to a significant increase in revenue for the hotel. Additionally, Turgay has implemented sustainable practices, including environmental management, and reducing single-use plastic, to make the hotel eco-friendlier. With many more strategies and future projects planned, Turgay continues to drive exceptional results for Rixos Premium Dubai.
Meela Seenarain
Dubai, United Arab Emirates UAE