Stuart Birkwood Appointed as Cluster General Manager for Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Media City and Park Inn by Radisson Dubai Motor City
In his capacity as Cluster General Manager, Stuart will spearhead the strategic operations of the hotels, which boast a combined total of 400 rooms, diverse award-winning dining venues, state-of-the-art meeting and event facilities, and a stellar reputation for hosting large-scale catering events.
Stuart's extensive experience includes opening and managing flagship properties, notably introducing the Radisson RED brand to the Middle East in 2019 as General Manager. His tenure at Radisson RED Dubai Silicon Oasis in Digital Park earned accolades for groundbreaking initiatives, such as establishing the first standalone podcast studio and achieving the Great Place to Work certification for the hotel. Under his leadership, the property became a beacon of innovation, setting benchmarks in guest satisfaction, employee engagement, and sustainability.
Previously, Stuart also held leadership roles with other international hotel brands, including Aloft, Sheraton, and Le Meridien, delivering transformative results in guest experiences, revenue growth, and operational efficiency. His hands-on approach and visionary mindset have consistently positioned him as a leader in the industry.
Stuart shared his enthusiasm: 'I am honored to join the Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Media City and Park Inn by Radisson, Dubai Motor City. These iconic properties represent the epitome of Dubai's vibrant hospitality sector. I look forward to working alongside the dedicated teams to further elevate the guest experience and drive continued success.'
Radisson Hotel Group is excited to welcome Stuart to the team and is confident that his wealth of experience and passion for innovation will enhance the legacy of both properties, setting new benchmarks in operational excellence and guest satisfaction.
RADISSON HOTEL GROUP
Radisson Hotel Group is an international hotel group, operating in EMEA and APAC with over 1,380 hotels in operation and under development in +95 countries. The international hotel group is rapidly expanding with a plan to significantly grow the portfolio. The Group's overarching brand promise is Every Moment Matters with a signature Yes I Can! service ethos.
The Radisson family of brands portfolio includes Radisson Collection, art'otel, Radisson Blu, Radisson, Radisson RED, Radisson Individuals, Park Plaza, Park Inn by Radisson, Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, and prizeotel brought together under one commercial umbrella brand Radisson Hotels.
Radisson Rewards is Radisson Hotel Group's loyalty program, which delivers an elevated experience that makes Every Moment Matter, counting more than 17 million members. As the most streamlined program in the sector, members enjoy exceptional advantages and can access their benefits from day one across a wide range of hotels in Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific.
Radisson Meetings provides tailored solutions for any event or meeting, including hybrid solutions placing guests and their needs at the heart of its offer. Radisson Meetings is built around three strong service commitments: Personal, Professional and Memorable, while delivering on the brilliant basics and being uniquely 100% Carbon Neutral.
At Radisson Hotel Group we care for people, communities and planet and aim to be Net Zero by 2050 based on the approved near-term Science Based Targets. With unique solutions such as 100% carbon neutral Radisson Meetings, we make sustainable hotel stays easy. To facilitate sustainable travel choices, all our hotels are becoming verified on Hotel Sustainability Basics.
The health and safety of guests and team members remain a top priority for Radisson Hotel Group. All properties across the Group's portfolio are subject to health and safety requirements, ensuring we always care for our guests and team members.
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