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Nancy Nusrally, area public relations manager, Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas, UAE

About Nancy
Mauritian born, Nancy was educated in Kuwait and later, France where she completed a Bachelor of Business and in 2003 a Masters Degree.

Her background has been in both the private sector with experience in sales and marketing, but more recently on the agency side of PR working for Bates Pan Gulf PR in Kuwait.

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She took up her first role in the hospitality sector when she joined Anantara in September 2010. Today she is leading the internal PR for Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spa in the United Arab Emirates. The properties which fall under her remit are Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara in Liwa Desert, Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara on Sir Bani Yas Island and the latest addition to the portfolio, Eastern Mangroves Hotel & Spa by Anantara in Abu Dhabi city.

Nancy's value to the organisation has been acknowledged through her growing portfolio of responsibility. While the portfolio sits at three properties, it is going to become five by the end of H1, 2013. She is already working towards these openings with planning and direction.

Nancy is fluent in English, French, Arabic, German and Spanish. These language skills are of absolute value in her role which is not limited to local media but a strong focus on international media.

Above and beyond the call of duty…
Nancy is one of the most diligent team players you will ever find. She consistently works long hours without being asked. In her role she is often needed to work weekends. She does this without complaint.

Nancy actively shares her knowledge with those around her. We can see the benefit of this with our associate Tammy, marcom assistant, who is now confident and skilled enough to step in unassisted with all the planning for media and in some cases hosting. This would not have been possible without Nancy’s guidance and teachings along the way.

Nancy has been instrumental in the hotels being recognised by several awards programmes.

Testimonials for Nancy
“Nancy is one of the most well-connected and driven PR people in the region who has the ability to influence and drive awareness for our properties and brand. Her ability to work across all media online and offline in both Arabic and English is an asset which is rare to find in the Middle East. Her contact list and passion sets her apart from her peers and any recognition is well deserved,” David Garner, regional director of sales & marketing, Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas Middle East.

"I came to Abu Dhabi for the first time a few months ago and it was Nancy who greeted me on my arrival. She immediately put me at ease and established very quickly what I needed to make my story great. Everything from the travel and food aspects to arranging a golf partner for me to review one of the newest courses in Abu Dhabi, she is a real asset for the company," Nick Walton, freelancer, based in Hong Kong.

"Nancy is my direct supervisor and she is a terrific mentor. She has always given me time and provides her inside knowledge and guidance freely. She constantly drives me to improve myself and not settle for anything less than perfection," Tammy Gan, marCom assistant (reporting to Nancy)

“I have no hesitation in recommending Nancy for the Hotelier Middle East Award for Marketing/PR Person of the Year. I have appreciated in particular her industry knowledge, timelines, professional and friendly as well as being efficient and thorough”. Monique Safayan, marketing & communications, Tourism & Culture Authority, Abu Dhabi

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