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12.07.2024 - 14:31 / traveldailynews.com / Saeed Al-Maktoum / Theodore Koumelis
Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum announced senior Emirates Group appointments, highlighting the promotion of 7 UAE nationals, emphasizing internal talent development and supporting Dubai’s vision for leadership in the industry.
DUBAI, UAE – His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Emirates Group Chairman and Chief Executive, announced senior appointments to support the organisation’s growth and strengthen its leadership bench.
This latest list of promotions and senior appointments include 7 UAE nationals, many of whom have grown their careers at the Emirates Group in different roles and continue to play key roles in the organisation’s success.
HH Sheikh Ahmed said: “These appointments reflect the expanded scale, breadth, and ambition of our business. I’m heartened that we have been able to fill these roles with internal talent, including UAE nationals. The Emirates Group will continue to invest in being an employer of choice for the best talent in the industry, to deliver world-leading products and services, and reflect Dubai’s vision to be number one in everything we do.”
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Good morning from Skift. It’s Tuesday, July 30, and here’s what you need to know about the business of travel today.
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