Ellen Porrmann as the new Director of Operations, signaling at Shangri-La and Traders Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi

(Abu Dhabi, 25 April 2024) - Shangri-La and Traders Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi, are pleased to introduce Ellen Porrmann as the new Director of Operations, signaling a significant step towards enhancing operational excellence. With an illustrious career spanning over two decades in the hospitality industry, Ellen brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of driving operational success.

Ellen joins the team from Shangri-La The Shard, London, where she held the position of Director of Rooms, overseeing the entire Rooms Division department with exceptional leadership and strategic acumen. During her tenure, she played a pivotal role in elevating guest experiences and ensuring operational efficiency at one of London's most iconic hotels.

Prior to her role at Shangri-La The Shard, Ellen held key leadership positions at renowned hotels, where she demonstrated her ability to streamline operational processes, enhance guest satisfaction, and drive revenue growth.

With her extensive background in operations management and a passion for delivering unparalleled guest experiences, Ellen is poised to lead Shangri-La and Traders Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi, to new heights of excellence, drawing from her rich experience gained from prestigious hotel chains including the Landmark Lancaster Hotel Group, SBE, Ennismore and Hilton. She has honed her skills and leadership abilities across various countries, including the United Kingdom, Australia, Qatar, and Germany.

Ellen's appointment reflects Shangri-La and Traders Hotel's commitment to attracting top talent and delivering exceptional service to our guests. The team looks forward to the positive impact Ellen will undoubtedly make in her new role as Director of Operations.

About Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi:

Nestled between a pristine 1-kilometre-long private beach and lush gardens, the Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi is an oasis tucked away in the heart of the Emirates. The 213 rooms and suites celebrate authentic Arabian architecture and feature spacious private balconies or terraces with stunning canal, creek or relaxing garden views. Meetings and events can be hosted in intimate

Arabesque spaces of the property. Lush outdoor areas are available for social gatherings during the cooler months. With a host of award-winning dining venues scattered across the property, Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi, has swiftly become a culinary destination within the city.

The hotel is renowned for its unique dining experiences, serving up an enthralling culinary journey across popular restaurants and bars from the acclaimed Sofra bld and the signature Chinese restaurant, Shang Palace to Bord Eau by Nicolas Isnard. Sofra bld offers an extensive choice of dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Multiple live cooking stations allow guests to interact with chefs and choose from a wide range of Arabic, Asian, and international dishes. At Shang Palace, experience authentic Cantonese and Szechuan cuisine in a traditional setting. Experience French cuisine inspired by Michelin-starred Chef Nicolas Isnard global travels at Bord Eau by Nicolas Isnard promising an unparalleled dining journey. Immerse in magnificent sunset views, handcrafted beverages, and a Mediterranean ambiance at Amalfi Beach Lounge. Unwind at Al Hanah Bar with a spectacular twilight dinner, relax on the balcony while drinking in magnificent sunsets, or hold a leisurely conversation at the adjacent Cigar Lounge. Meet and socialize at the comfortable Lobby Lounge or soak up the sun with a specialty cocktail at The Pool Bar & Restaurant. Rejuvenate at Chi, The Spa which draws inspiration from the legendary Shangri-La - a place of personal peace, enchantment, and well-being.

For more information, please visit our website or connect with us on Facebook or Instagram to keep up to date with happenings at Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi. Discover more about Shang Palace at @shangpalacead, Amalfi Beach Lounge @amalfibeachlounge and Bord Eau by Nicolas Isnard @bordeaubynicolasisnard.

About Shangri-La:

Shangri-La, an iconic flagship brand of the Shangri-La Group, puts heartfelt service at the core of its distinctive Asian hospitality experience. Through imaginative and nature-inspired design, delightful culinary and cultural experiences, and its authentic and thoughtful service, the brand enables guests to realise their own moments of Shangri-La.

Today, the brand experience is brought to life in over 90 deluxe hotels and resorts at destinations around the world, including Australia, Canada, Mainland China, Hong Kong SAR and Taiwan, Fiji, France, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Mauritius, Mongolia, Myanmar, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Sultanate of Oman, Thailand, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom.

About Shangri-La Circle

Built on the idea that life is meant to be fun, limitless, and full of possibilities, Shangri-La Circle is a contemporary Asian travel lifestyle platform offering members a world of enhanced benefits at every point of their journey at over 100 Shangri-La, Kerry, JEN by Shangri-La, and Traders properties worldwide, along with the Group’s portfolio of restaurants, wellness facilities, and family experiences. Details of these benefits can be found here.