Sofitel Al Hamra Seashore Resort is delighted to announce the appointment of Karim Abdelhamid because the Normal Supervisor, answerable for overseeing the Sofitel Al Hamra Seashore Resort. Karim is not any stranger to Sofitel’s model and has garnered over 25 years of wealthy expertise in managing luxurious and life-style properties globally. Sofitel Al Hamra is thrilled to welcome again Karim, who brings a wealth of experience to the soon-to-be launched seashore resort of Al Hamra.
Throughout his final project as Vice President of Resort Operations at The First Group in Dubai, Karim has demonstrated distinctive management in driving operational success throughout the group’s numerous lodge portfolios. His outstanding expertise from executing profitability methods together with a powerful observe document of constructing and sustaining high-performing groups have led to the general success of the group’s properties.
Karim energy additionally lies in Meals and Beverage operations, having, beforehand held positions overseeing Michelin-star venues and executing banquets held in giant conference facilities in the USA and the United Arab Emirates.
All through his illustrious profession, Abdelhamid has lent his experience to famend luxurious and life-style resorts worldwide. His skilled journey consists of notable stints at iconic institutions reminiscent of The Plaza Resort – A Fairmont Property, The Knickerbocker Resort, and The Ritz Carlton Central Park in New York, in addition to the Sofitel Legend Outdated Cataract in Egypt.
His in depth expertise additionally spans throughout luxurious properties in Dubai, Philadelphia, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and Qatar in addition to fostering operational excellence throughout his tenure at Intercontinental Competition Metropolis, a acknowledged flagship property in Dubai.
Abdelhamid has additionally been instrumental in growing 9 ultra-luxury resorts, together with prestigious manufacturers like Mandarin Oriental, Park Hyatt, and Capella. His unwavering dedication to visitor satisfaction has constantly pushed enhancements yr on yr, guaranteeing the continued success and positioning of his properties.
Karim Abdelhamid, Normal Supervisor of Sofitel Al Hamra Seashore Resort says, “I’m very honoured to return to the Sofitel model and start this new chapter as Sofitel marks their sixtieth Diamond Anniversary. Having beforehand labored with Sofitel Legend Outdated Cataract and Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Sq., I’m thrilled to be main an distinctive workforce of skills at Sofitel Al Hamra, setting new benchmarks by way of bespoke experiences and lengthening the French luxurious life-style and magnificence alongside the Arabian spirit.”
As Normal Supervisor, Karim Abdelhamid will play a vital function in shaping the soon-to-be opened Sofitel Al Hamra Seashore Resort, part of La Maison – Sofitel Legend, Sofitel, MGallery & Emblems. Guaranteeing that it stays a most well-liked vacation spot for discerning vacationers in search of unparalleled luxurious and hospitality.
