New GM for Taj Jumeirah Lakes Towers

Taj Jumeirah Lakes Towers, the award-winning hotel of the iconic Taj brand in the Middle East, has appointed Mohit Gurnani as its new General Manager. 

 

In his new role, Gurnani will be responsible for overseeing the full management and operations of the hotel in Dubai as it continues to deliver exceptional guest experiences. A seasoned hotelier, Gurnani has been with The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) for over 15 years, having led a distinguished professional path with several senior management roles in India and the Middle East.

 

Commenting on the development, Ranjit Phillipose, Area Director – Middle East and General Manager, Taj Dubai, said: “We are delighted to have Mohit on board with us. His comprehensive understanding of the Middle East and unique skill-sets encapsulate a conscious and committed approach to championing standards befitting the Taj brand and the region’s ever-evolving hospitality industry. The vast knowledge and experience that he brings will be an invaluable asset to the team and I am confident that he will take Taj Jumeirah Lakes Towers to new heights of excellence.”

 

Prior to his recent appointment, Gurnani held the position of General Manager at Taj Chandigarh where he strategically navigated the hotel to emerge stronger during the peak of the pandemic; optimising revenues, realigning strategies and instilling confidence to restore hospitality and tourism in the city. Additionally, Gurnani was instrumental in successfully launching Taj Dubai as Hotel Manager and positioning it as a luxury hotel in Downtown Dubai. He has also spent time at the company's flagship hotel, The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai wherein he spearheaded efforts to achieve the highest Guest Satisfaction Scores.

 

“I am honoured to be given the opportunity to lead Taj Jumeirah Lakes Towers as General Manager and continue my professional journey with IHCL. The Taj brand is renowned globally for its solid foundation of warm Indian hospitality and world-class service and I look forward to working with the team to furthering that commitment in the dynamic city of Dubai” said Gurnani. - TradeArabia News Service