Ramada Downtown

Dubai

R Hotels appoints Mark Fernando as new General Manager of Ramada Downtown Dubai. In this role, he will head the overall operations of the 181-key hotel. Fernando has more than 30 years of hospitality experience with a proven track record on hotel operations, revenue management and business development. He worked with Starwood Hotels and Resorts for more than 25 years, spanning roles across various properties including Le Meridien Abu

Dhabi; Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Resort and

Marina; and Le Meridien Dubai Hotel and Conference Centre.