Boris Guerov - Director of Operations Hilton Dubai Jumeirah

Oliver Kesseler - Director of Operations Hilton Dubai Jumeirah Residence

DUBAI, UAE - 15 May, 2011 -  Hilton Dubai Jumeirah is delighted to announce the appointment of two new Directors of Operations - Boris Guerov who will now oversee all operations at the hotel and Oliver Kesseler who will head the team at the Hilton Dubai Jumeirah Residence, scheduled to open later this year. 

Having occupied senior positions with Hilton across the globe, both Boris and Oliver will bring invaluable experience and a fresh approach to their respective teams in Dubai. 

Boris joins Hilton Dubai Jumeirah after almost 2 years as Director of Operations at The Waldorf Hilton in London.  Of his move to Dubai, Boris says "After being with the company for 10 years in Continental Europe and the UK I consider re-locating to the Middle East as a natural step in my hotel career. Dubai is an exciting destination providing fantastic opportunities from a commercial point of view and a great field for achievement and improvement for hospitality professionals.  I look forward to being part of a well established and highly motivated team aiming to achieve the highest level of guest service and satisfaction."

With a career spanning 13 years with Hilton, German born Oliver has moved to Dubai from Bulgaria where he held the position of Director of Operations at Hilton Sofia for over 2 years.  Oliver will be responsible for overseeing the successful launch and operation of the Hilton Dubai Jumeirah Residence which is scheduled to open later this year and says:

"It is a great opportunity to be part of the opening team for the Hilton Dubai Jumeirah Residence.  The hotel will offer great facilities for leisure and corporate guests alike, with spacious rooms all ideally equipped for short and long-term stays. Dubai inspired me during my first visit as a tourist in 1999 and it is a dream come true to work in such a vibrant city, renowned  for its' excellent developments and high standards in the hotel and hospitality industry".

General Manager Christian Muhr and his team at Hilton Dubai Jumeirah are very pleased to welcome Boris and Oliver and wish them both every success in their new positions.

www.hilton.com 04 399 1111

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About Hilton Dubai Jumeirah
In a city of contrasts, the 389-room Hilton Dubai Jumeirah caters to both leisure and business guests. Located on The Walk, Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai's only outdoor shopping experience, the hotel provides an ideal destination for holiday-makers seeking to enjoy the exotic luxury of Dubai's sun soaked beaches and retail therapy. Business travellers find delight in the convenient location, within minutes distance to business hubs such as Jebel Ali, Knowledge Village, Internet City, Media City and the Dubai Marina. Guests enjoy a plethora of facilities and services including extensive meeting space, the choice of five restaurants and six bars, swimming pool, health club, business centre and much more.

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