- Prices are inclusive of 7% municipality fee, 10% service charge and 5% VAT.
- Meeting room amenities: choice of set-up, mineral water, mints, large TV screen for presentation, Internet access, flipchart, pads and pencil, markers, signage and parking space for attendees.
- All packages are based on a minimum 10 persons. If the number of attendees is less than 10 persons there will be a room rental charge plus the selected Daily Delegate package (per day @AED 800 & 1/2 day @ AED 400)
- Less than 15 persons a 3-course set menu is served for lunch and more than 15 persons a buffet lunch will be served.
- Other meeting packages are also available upon request.
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‘Crossroads Emerging Leaders Program’ by Harvard Business School Club of the GCC & The Lakshmi Mittal South Asia Institute Supports 71 Students in 2018 Edition Held in Dubai
Harvard professors welcomed this year 71 first-generation college students from Africa, the Middle East, Central Asia and South Asia to the 2nd annual Crossroads Emerging Leaders Program held in Dubai. Crossroads is a collaboration between the Harvard Business School Club of the GCC (HBS) and the Lakshmi Mittal and Family South Asia Institute. The other partners include Dubai International Financial Center (DIFC), Air Arabia, Dubai Future Accelerator and Expo 2020. The co-sponsors are Center for Middle Eastern Studies, Harvard University, and the Harvard University Center for African Studies.
Speaking to the group of students at the CEO and Mentor panel at Crossroads Emerging Leaders Program 2018, Hala Matar Choufany – President of HVS, Middle East, Africa and South Asia, and a board member of HBS Club of the GCC – stressed not only on the significance of education but the various other attributes that lead to success. During the discussion she highlighted qualities required in the workplace such as good attitude, creativity, flexibility, commitment and pushing oneself to improve and succeed.
Hala said, “There is a saying: ‘The only disability in life is a bad attitude’ and I strongly believe in that because everything else you can achieve. As an employer at HVS, and also as an individual, when we look at CVs it is great to know the academic qualifications, but we hire for attitude. So, have a positive attitude, stay focused and stay determined and you will definitely succeed.”
Elaborating on the approach one needs to have, Hala continued, “In current days looking at global economies and having worked with so many diverse audiences, cultures and markets, I will say one strategy does not fit all. You need to be adaptable and understand the contextual and cultural aspect. It is all about how we think differently and being creative. A lot of what we do in the real life and in our business is about passion – especially the hospitality sector.”
Crossroads is a unique, fully-funded career development opportunity for accomplished, ambitious young people who have already had to overcome significant barriers to higher education and gives them access to Harvard courses and training modules. Hala said, “This year we saw a larger and more diverse group of students including 30 women exposed to a greater variety of disciplines within Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics (STEAM), business and leadership. In the coming years we are looking to have a greater representation from the Middle East as well as higher number of women participating in it.”
The Crossroads program supports students who are the first in their families to attend college and may also be facing challenging financial and social circumstances that discourage them from applying to postgraduate schools. It covers the costs of the students’ international travel, boarding, lodging and class materials. This year 1732 students applied from 69 countries across the region. Out of these 500 students were shortlisted for the final stage of interviews from where 71 students were selected for the 2018 course.
The 3-year plan is to expand the program in Dubai and especially in local communities through electronic platforms to allow emerging leaders from the greater region to get access to Harvard courses and training modules.
During the 2018 edition students engaged with each other and faculty through the renowned Harvard Business School case-study method of teaching and learning, exposing them to real, contemporary business scenarios. Executives from leading private and publicly-owned multinational companies visited the classroom to interact with students and offer their invaluable wisdom and experience.
The Harvard faculty leading the Crossroads program include Tarun Khanna, SAI Director and Jorge Paulo Lemann Professor, Harvard Business School; Karim R. Lakhani, Charles E. Wilson Professor of Business Administration, Harvard Business School, co-director of the Laboratory for Innovation Science at Harvard, and the faculty co-founder of the HBS Digital Initiative.
About HBS Club of the GCC Founded in 2009, the HBS Club of the GCC is a non-profit organization representing 1,000+ Harvard Business School Alumni in the GCC from various industry sectors. It fosters collaboration among members and helps them to make a difference in their lives, businesses and broader community. The club organises throughout the year world-class events and unique conferences, bringing to the region the very best in business education while connecting students, executives and governments. The ‘Crossroads Emerging Leader Program’ and the ‘Crossroads Conference’ are its main flagship events.
For more information about HBS Club of the GCC visit www.hbsgcc.org
About HVS HVS is a leader in global hospitality financial consulting. Hotel owners, developers, investors, lenders, management companies, and public agencies around the world rely on HVS to make informed business decisions. HVS’s commitment to excellence and unrivalled hospitality intelligence is delivered by more than 300 people in over 50 offices throughout the world who specialize in a wide range of hospitality assets including hotels, restaurants, casinos, shared ownership lodging, mixed-use developments, spas, and golf courses, as well as conventions, sports, and entertainment facilities.
For more information about HVS visit https://hvs.com
Middle East Office 2102 North, Emirates Financial Towers Dubai International Financial Centre PO Box: 482068, Dubai, UAE. Tel: +971 (4) 354-4771 Fax: +971 (4) 354-4772 Email: hchoufany@hvs.com https://hvs.com
Connect with HVS MEA on: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hvsmea/ https://www.facebook.com/HVSMEA https://twitter.com/hvsmea https://www.instagram.com/hvsmea
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For media contact: Hina Bakht Managing Director EVOPS Marketing & PR Mob: 00971 50 6975146 Tel: 00971 4 566 7355 Hina.bakht@evops-pr.com www.evops-pr.com
2XL Furniture & Home Décor Wins the 1st Runner Up Trophy at Design Middle East Awards
2XL Furniture & Home Décor was declared the winner of the 1st runner up trophy in Décor Retailer of the Year category at the prestigious Design Middle East Awards held in Dubai last evening. The dazzling awards presentation ceremony took place at the luxurious Habtoor Palace LXR Hotels & Resorts and celebrated the best brands from not just the region but across the globe. The winners were selected by a jury of leading design experts and professionals.
Expressing his delight on winning the accolade, Amit Yadav, Marketing Manager at 2XL, said, “We are absolutely thrilled to win this esteemed award that benchmarks excellence and truly grateful to Design Middle East for this great honour. It is a tremendous achievement given the massive competition in the market. We are constantly striving to ensure the highest quality of product and consistency of service across our distinctive stores to deliver outstanding value and memorable experiences to our customers. It is wonderful to be recognised for all the hard work and team effort we have been putting in to achieve our goals. Awards such as these motivate us to do better.”
Design Middle East Awards 2018 is about celebration of the creative best and foremost from the region’s design industry. The awards honoured the best of designers, architects, projects, and design-oriented companies based on individual excellence, company strengths, and project success.
For media contact: Hina Bakht Managing Director EVOPS Marketing & PR Mob: 00971 50 6975146 Tel: 00971 4 566 7355 Hina.bakht@evops-pr.com www.evops-pr.com
About 2XL Furniture & Home Décor
UAE based 2XL Furniture & Home Décor is a retailer of luxury home furnishings since 2000.
The retailer currently has 9 showrooms across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Fujairah and Al Ain. The 2XL product range includes exclusive bedroom, living and dining room furniture as well as exquisitely crafted décor items, unique gifting ideas, plush rugs and gorgeous wall art, divine bed and bath linen, eye-catching tableware, and a fun, functional kitchenware range.
The 2XL range is very classic and French-inspired. Each retail item has been carefully chosen exclusively for 2XL and denotes a lifestyle that is regal, sophisticated and of a finer taste. We have something to suit every home setting – from ornate gold-plated bedroom settings to the more subdued Parisian hues of shabby chic, quirky contemporary inspirations to more ethnic Eastern-inspired décor ideas.
For more information or to shop online please visit www.2xlme.com
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Enjoy Exceptional Catering at Your Doorstep by Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai
Rediscover the art of entertaining with the Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai. The hotel offers outstanding catering services to make your events and celebrations truly special. Our professional catering team can deliver, setup and serve food and beverages anywhere, anytime in Dubai.
Mr. Simon Moore, General Manager of Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai, said, “We offer comprehensive catering services to your doorstep for every occasion. Be it a sophisticated dinner, a corporate gathering, a casual cocktail, a birthday celebration or an anniversary party, we turn every event into a dazzling affair. Our superior operational logistics and exceptional cuisine and service standards allow us to execute events with perfection ensuring a memorable experience for your guests.”
There is an impressive choice of menus and if you wish to customize your menu, simply suggest your preference and the hotel will arrange it for you. The dedicated team of professionals from the Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai is at hand to provide personalised service with meticulous attention to detail while you sit back and enjoy.
The catering package includes:
- Choice of cuisines, menus and beverages
- Setup – tables, chairs, cocktails tables with linen, cutlery, glassware
- Audio visuals – sound system, microphone, projectors
- Entertainment
- Highly trained and professional service staff
- Transportation
For catering services, please call 050 100 7704 or 702 8888 or email banquet.mahd@millenniumhotels.com
For hotel marketing contact: Sheryl Aquiatan Assistant Marketing Manager Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai Mob: 00971 56 506 0983 Tel: 00971 4 702 8888 sheryl.aquiatan@millenniumhotels.com
For media contact: Hina Bakht Managing Director EVOPS Marketing & PR Mob: 00971 50 6975146 Tel: 00971 4 566 7355 Hina.bakht@evops-pr.com www.evops-pr.com
Millennium Hotels and Resorts, Middle East and Africa Millennium Hotels and Resorts is a dynamic, global hotel company, which owns, asset manages and operates over 130 hotels worldwide. With almost 40,000 rooms and a portfolio of brands; including Biltmore, Grand Millennium, Millennium, Millennium Place, M Hotel, Copthorne, Kingsgate, Millennium Executive Apartments and Studio M, that serve different market segments, representing quality and value in every class.
Currently operating 35 hotels in the Middle East and Africa, the Group has an extensive expansion strategy in place, with 40 hotels in the pipeline. Each property in the region is unique, catering to the varying tastes and needs of the international business and leisure traveller but with a consistent promise to provide a first class service and a rewarding experience for guests. Millennium Hotels and Resorts is committed to differentiating itself by embracing the true spirit of diverse traditions, with a sincere respect to historical heritage and local culture.
With the motto “More than Meets the Eye”, Millennium & Copthorne is committed to a customer-centric philosophy and complete guest satisfaction.
For more information, please visit www.millenniumhotels.com
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