A TALK WITH INFLUENTIAL HOTELIER THOMAS PERUZZO OF ARMANI HOTEL DUBAI

Thomas Peruzzo, general manager of Armani Hotel Dubai, is a seasoned hotelier and inspirational leader. In this interview, we uncover the secret behind his success and what makes Armani Hotel Dubai such a sought-after place to stay.

What differentiates Armani Hotel Dubai from others in the emirate? Located at the heart of Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, our location sets us apart in an architectural sense, yet inside the hotel, across our guest rooms and suites, and throughout our award-winning restaurants and spa, it is the Armani philosophy that gives us our signature mark. The hotel was the first property built and personally designed by Giorgio Armani himself, and his philosophy was that guests would be welcomed to a home away from home. This is imbued across every element of Armani Hotel Dubai, from our facilities to our people, and this is what makes us stand out in a heavily saturated and highly competitive hospitality landscape.

You were nominated for the award of Judge’s Choice Most Inspiring General Manager of the Year by Hozpitality Middle East, alongside several others. What makes your leadership inspirational?

You should really ask my team that question! If I were to describe my leadership style, I would say it is anchored in personal passion and driven by collaboration. An open-door policy is absolutely critical in my opinion, as this fosters a culture that is centered around employee empowerment coupled with a workplace environment where ideas are welcomed, innovation is celebrated and we all have each other’s backs. My success is very much dependent on that of my team, and the team at Armani Hotel Dubai is truly exceptional. armanihoteldubai.com