Steigenberger Hotel Business Bay Dubai has appointed Marijana Mihajlovic as hotel manager to lead and strengthen the commercial positioning of the hotel, as it approaches its third operating year.

Mihajlovic brings over 20 years of hospitality experience with her that has seen her work for many respected and well-known international brands across Europe, and the region. Notable among her prior career placements are roles as director of sales for Rotana, Accor and Movenpick, where she was in charge of the Bur Dubai property for more than three years, director of sales and marketing for Movenpick Hotels & Resorts, and subsequently Millenium Hotels & Resorts as director of sales, Middle East and Africa.

Extremely passionate, determined and goal driven, with very strong leadership skills, Mihajlovic will take on the mandate to reposition the hotel's presence in the domestic and international market, and drive the overall commercial performance of the property.

Her business qualifications, which include a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Dubai International University of Missouri and several Cornell University degrees, have helped her to develop target-hitting strategic business plans that deliver results sustainably, profitably and responsibly.

Speaking about her new appointment, Mihajlovic said: “I am extremely proud and delighted to take up the position of hotel manager, and build on the success of Deutsche Hospitality as it continues to grow internationally. For me, hospitality is not just a word, but a passion.”

“Acquiring Marijana is a major coup, and we are delighted to welcome her on board” said general manager Stephen Meredith. “She is an extremely experienced hotelier, and her ability to effectively manage teams and drive impressive results goes without saying." - TradeArabia News Service