NewsJuly 29, 2024

Jumeirah Olhahali Island Appoints Joseph Alexander El-Masri as New Director of Sales and Marketing

Jumeirah Olhahali Island has announced the appointment of Joseph  Alexander El-Masri as the new Director of Sales and Marketing.

A British national and seasoned hospitality professional, El-Masri brings a wealth of experience and a  proven track record in the luxury hospitality sector. A veteran member of Jumeirah, El-Masri has held  significant leadership positions within the brand since 2019. Awarded the brand’s “Rising Star” award in  both 2021 and 2022, El-Masri first honed his expertise in sales and marketing as the Associate Director  of Sales at Jumeirah Zabeel Saray and Director of Sales at Jumeirah Emirates Towers before evolving  into his largest executive role as Complex Director of Sales at Madinat Jumeirah, where he served as the  head of all international leisure markets across four premium 5-star hotels, managing and implementing  all international strategies for rooms revenue growth and leading his team to success.  

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“El-Masri’s strong familiarity with the Maldives destination and his profound understanding of the  Jumeirah brand and culture make him an invaluable addition to our resort, said Mohamed Ashraf,  General Manager of Jumeirah Olhahali Island. “His proven track record with Jumeirah, particularly in  driving significant revenue growth and building strong partner relationships, will be instrumental in  enhancing our market position and delivering outstanding results at Jumeirah Olhahali Island.”

His 12-year hospitality career includes roles at prestigious international brands such as JA Resorts &  Hotels and Atlantis The Palm by Kerzner before joining the team at Jumeirah. 

His role will amplify Jumeriah Olhahali Island’s contemporary 67-villa resort, leading a passionate sales  and marketing team to further promote its premier beach and overwater accommodations, often regarded as some of the largest entry-level villas in the Maldives and known for their expansive rooftop  terraces with private infinity pools, as well as the resort’s overwater spa, waterfront dining and over 50  weekly activities ranging from PADI scuba diving courses to coral restoration workshops, culinary  masterclasses and beyond.