10 Years of Recognition: Hozpitality Group's Middle East Hospitality Excellence Awards 2024 Celebrate Industry Leaders

Organized by Hozpitality.com and powered by Danube Properties and US Beef, this milestone event honored the industry's best through a voting process with over 151,000 votes. Leaders, rising stars, and sponsors came together to inspire and elevate industry standards, including the recognition of Hozpitality's Best 30 General Managers of the Year.

DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Arabian Ranches Golf Club and Spa in Dubai witnessed the grand celebration of the 10th Annual Middle East Hospitality Excellence Awards, organized by Hozpitality Group. This milestone event brought together industry leaders, rising stars, and key stakeholders to honor the exceptional contributions and achievements of hospitality professionals and organizations.

Presented by Danube Properties and powered by US Beef, the awards reflected the relentless pursuit of excellence in the hospitality sector. Winners were determined through a transparent voting process, which saw an overwhelming 151,000 votes from the community. This inclusive approach ensured that winners represented genuine recognition from their peers and supporters, highlighting their impact and achievements.

The awards ceremony was further elevated by the unwavering support of sponsors and partners who are passionate about fostering the industry's growth. The event's grandeur was enhanced by contributions from category sponsors such as Welbilt, Scent Circle, La Laundry, Generaltec, Master Baker, Zarya Wellness, and HITEK. African Eastern, the beverage partner, kept spirits high throughout the evening. Support from Fushia Events, Absolute Frame, RestofairRAK, and RAK Porcelain ensured every aspect of the celebration was meticulously planned.

A Decade of Excellence and Recognition

This year's awards highlighted the heart of the industry—dedicated individuals and innovative organizations. Winners from categories such as Hospitality Leader of the Year, Young Chef of the Year, and Hotel of the Year showcased the depth of talent and passion driving the Middle East's hospitality sector forward.

Raj Bhatt, Founder, and CEO of Hozpitality Group, remarked on the significance of the awards:
"This event is a celebration of people—the ones who work tirelessly to create memorable guest experiences and keep the industry moving forward. The overwhelming response from the community showcases the strength and passion of the hospitality family in the Middle East."

The evening also spotlighted Hozpitality's Best 30 General Managers of the Year, recognizing their dedication to operational excellence, innovation, and guest satisfaction. Their leadership serves as a cornerstone of the industry, shaping its future and setting benchmarks for success.

Notable Winners

The ceremony honored individuals and organizations across personal and corporate categories. Below is a glimpse of this year's prestigious winners:

Personal Categories:

• Hospitality Leader of the Year: Gold - Cenk Ünverdi, Managing Director, Rixos Hotels GCC
• General Manager of the Year: Gold - Mohammed Kaddoura, Cluster GM, Address Beach Resort Fujairah & Palace Beach Resort Fujairah
• Culinary Champion of the Year: Gold - Celia Stoecklin, Head Chef, Fi'lia Dubai, SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences
• Young Chef of the Year: Gold - Minakshi Chand, Pastry Chef, TIME Oak Hotel & Suites
• Sustainability Champion of the Year: Gold - Muhammad Zaman, Cluster EHS Manager, Millennium Downtown Abu Dhabi

Corporate Categories:

• Hotel of the Year (5 Stars): Gold - Taj Exotica Resort & Spa Dubai
• Hotel of the Year (Sustainable Initiatives): Gold - Coral Beach Resort Sharjah
• Restaurant of the Year (Fine Dining): Gold - Little Miss India
• Best Hospitality Brand of the Year: Gold - Rixos Hotels

Judges Choice Awards:

Special recognitions included:

• Culinary Champion of the Year: Thirumalai Murugan, Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Lakes Towers
• Dynamic Hotelier of the Year: Sandeep Walia, COO - Middle East, Marriott International
• Celebrity Chef of the Year: Chef Ranveer Brar

The event also celebrated rising stars and unsung heroes, with awards for categories like Hidden Gem of the Year, Guest Services Champion, and Housekeeping Champion.

A Shared Vision for the FutureThe Middle East Hospitality Excellence Awards continue to inspire and elevate industry standards. By engaging the community, celebrating achievements, and fostering innovation, the awards provide a platform for collaboration and recognition.

As the curtains closed on the 10th edition of the awards, the industry left with a renewed sense of purpose and optimism. The event reaffirmed the collective dedication of the hospitality community to excellence and innovation.

For a full list of winners and more details about the event, visit https://www.hozpitality.com/awards 

About Hozpitality Group: Hozpitality Group is a leading name in the global hospitality industry, providing a platform for professionals to connect, share, and celebrate excellence in hospitality. With a strong presence in Dubai and India, Hozpitality Group hosts prestigious events, including the Middle East Chef Excellence Awards, to recognize and honor outstanding achievements in the industry.

Hozpitality.com is an online platform for professionals from Hotels, Restaurants, Airlines, Travel agencies, Clubs, Cruise Lines, Cinemas, Spas, Schools, Suppliers and Retail. Hozpitality offers Branding options, A Community Network for Employers and Job seekers, a directory of Hospitality Suppliers, Latest Hospitality News, Hotel News, Movements and Appointments and Hospitality Announcements Hotel Industry Recruitment, Professional CV designing, Hospitality Courses etc. We provide an effective platform where all hospitality professionals can come together, network and benefit.

Hozpitality.com offers a selection of best Hotel Management Institutes, Schools and Universities and Hotel Management Courses. Hospitality Students can search and apply for Hotel Management Courses and join the School's Alumni and network with their colleagues. Hozpitality also offers a Market Place for Hospitality Suppliers where Hospitality Products, Services, Offers and Deals can be listed and sold to millions of Global Hospitality professionals.

Hozpitality reaches out to over 1.2 million professionals thru its 2 group websites, www.hozpitality.com and www.hozpitalityplus.com with Registered Members and Social Media from over 186 countries.

The dedicated hospitality Media and News website Hozpitalityplus.com, publishes and shares Latest Hospitality News, Announcements, Hotel openings, Promotions, Events, Hospitality Movements and Appointments and Hospitality announcements, Reviews, Blogs etc.

Hozpitality Consulting is a Global Executive Search consultancy based out of Toronto, Canada. Our success lies in building a long-term relationship and delivering results quickly and efficiently for a "much lower cost". We are experts in locating the best possible suitable executive and management candidates for placements in all types of hospitality organizations around the world. Through our matchless database, communication and networking, over the world, we provide our clients with the most skillful candidates.

"Hozpitality Buzz- The inside scoop" is a TV show based on the hospitality industry in Dubai and UAE, is in English and telecast-ed on a premier TV channel in Middle East & North Africa reaching out to approx. 10-12 million viewers. To know more about the TV show, Please log on to:- www.facebook.com/hozpitalitybuzz and https://www.youtube.com/Hozpitality 

Middle East Hospitality Excellence Awards are presented to recognize top industry organizations which have shown skill, creativity, ingenuity and success in the Middle East & North Africa's growing hospitality industry. Logon to www.hozpitalityexcellenceawards.com

To know more about the group, please log on to:
www.hozpitality.com, www.hozpitalityplus.com, www.hozpitalityexcellenceawards.com  

Contact:-
Raj Bhatt
Founder & CEO
HOZPITALITY GROUP
A SUBSIDIARY OF VR ONLINE GROUP
P.O Box- 119395, Dubai, UAE
Phone:- +971 4 334 31 77, Fax:- +971 4 334 31 78
Email:- email@hozpitality.com