Unsung Hero of the Year
Lama Fernando, Carpenter-cum-Polisher, Crowne Plaza Bahrain
How has winning a Hotelier Award impacted your career?
It was very exciting winning the Hotelier Middle East 2016 award for the category of Unsung Hero which made my career more thrilling in my trade. I have been recognised more in my hotel and also amongst my colleagues than earlier. This has given me the opportunity to showcase myself more often.
What advice would you give other hoteliers also hoping to win a Hotelier Award?
If a task is assigned, complete it with great passion and to make sure to go an extra mile; this will result in your hard work being recognised on such a level.
Are you still working at the same hotel?
Yes, I am still working for Crowne Plaza Hotel Bahrain.
Where do you see yourself in the next five years?
Unfortunately, I will be retiring from the hotel and the organisation, and getting back to my country.
F&B Manager of the Year
Patrick Fernandez, F&B Manager, Jumeirah Beach Hotel
How has winning a Hotelier Award impacted your career?
Winning the award has personally boosted my confidence and the way I look at things. I also think it has impacted the careers of my colleagues by motivating them to excel in what they do.
What advice would you give others hoping to win a Hotelier Award?
A great platform to showcase what you have, what you are, and the rest will follow.
Are you still working at the same hotel?
Yes; however in a month’s time I will be moving to sister property, Jumeirah Emirates Towers, in the role of assistant director F&B.
Where do you see yourself in the next five years?
I would like to become a hotel manager.
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