Rick Zeolla. Rick Zeolla.

Renaissance Downtown Dubai general manager Rick Zeolla speaks to online editor Sarakshi Rai on the pre-opening process, what makes a good leader, staff empowerment and how to fill up a new hotel.

The 298-key property has 65 suites, each with Burj Khalifa or Dubai Water Canal views and is located in Dubai's Business Bay district.

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