Emaar Hospitality Group supports Emiratisation with meetings and seminars for UAE nationals
Rushika Bhatia
Industry Watch
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Emaar Hospitality Group supports Emiratisation with meetings and seminars for UAE nationals

Emaar Hospitality Group, the hospitality and leisure subsidiary of global property developer Emaar Properties PJSC, recently organised a series of meetings and seminars for Emiratis working across the group, as part of the company’s strategy to nurture Emirati talent.

Mr. Ibrahim Yaqoot, Executive Director, Corporate Support of the Department of Tourism & Commerce Marketing provided the hospitality professionals with an understanding of the industry during the sessions.

The seminars addressed a spectrum of topics from the basics of hospitality, to the methods that can be used to achieve their professional goals, whilst contributing to the organisation. Speakers from Emaar Hospitality Group provided attendees with knowledge of the company’s achievements till date and its strategy moving forward.

Mr. Patrick Heuze, Chief Executive Officer, Emaar Hospitality Group said: “In line with Emaar Hospitality Group’s approach to build stronger personal ties between employees and management, the quarterly meetings brought together Emirati associates throughout the group to further enhance their skill sets. By providing them with insights on the group’s best practices, Emaar Hospitality is restating its commitment to work closely with the national community, and prepare them for promising careers in the hospitality industry.”

Emaar Hospitality Group supports Emiratisation with meetings and seminars for UAE nationals
Emirates Hospitality Group's (EHG) Emiratisation programme

“We will host these meetings every quarter, to reiterate its support for the Government’s Emiratisation programme and the Emirati associates that work across all our properties,” he added.

The seminars were aimed at enhancing communication between management and the associates, proving to be an effective method of sharing the latest announcements, company structure, and the group’s core values. The forum also provided suggestions and solutions to challenges faced.

The portfolio of Emaar Hospitality Group includes The Address Hotels and Resorts, which features five hotels in Dubai, as well as leisure assets such as Dubai Marina Yacht Club, Arabian Ranches Golf Club and Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club. The Group also has the Al Manzil and Qamardeen hotels, Nuran Serviced Residences and Hayya! Health Clubs.