Mihir Patel

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Director of Sales @ Fairmont Dubai
Dubai, AE
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates
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About Mihir Patel

Performance-oriented Commercial Leader offering exceptional record of achievement spanning over 20+ years with renowned brands like Starwood, Marriott and Dusit International. Tenacious leader holding Management positions for over 7 years with strategic planning and analytical approach being at the core for developing new customers and accomplishing sales targets. Talented in identifying and capitalizing on emerging market trends and revenue opportunities. Excellent reputation for resolving problems, improving customer satisfaction, and driving overall operational improvements.I proudly hold a 3 year Hotel Management Degree and Masters of Business Management Degree from University of Wollongong adding to an excellent portfolio of achievements. I have been residing in UAE for more than 40 years which gives me an edge, understanding the culture and client psyche of the region.

Mihir Patel's Current Company Details
Fairmont Dubai

Fairmont Dubai

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Director of Sales
Dubai, AE
Employees:
520
Mihir Patel Work Experience Details
  • Fairmont Dubai
    Director Of Sales
    Fairmont Dubai
    Dubai, Ae
  • Fairmont Dubai
    Director Of Sales
    Fairmont Dubai Oct 2023 - Present
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Dusit International
    Director Of Sales
    Dusit International Nov 2018 - Oct 2023
    Dubai
    -Leading Sales and Revenue team, generating revenue from all market segments while focusing on ADR and delivering an annual targeted RGI with a close focus on RevPar ensuring to deliver the forecasted GOP.-Increased direct business to the hotel by making changes in the segment mix along with driving direct retail business through digital Marketing and social media campaigns supported with Radio and print media.-Successful implementation of additional 5 meeting rooms over the existing inventory of 7 meeting rooms+ ballroom by sourcing and driving in new Training companies supported by additional MICE accounts local and International directly increasing the events revenue by 20% annually.- Lead, coached and recruited a dynamic Commercial team of 12+ members to achieve individual and hotel KPI’s across all Commercial streams (Sales, Events, Marketing, Revenue and E-commerce)-Sustained the hotel business by keeping a steady occupancy rate of over 50% during Pandemic in 2020 and 2021 by changing the market segment and channel shift through Internal Retail and Long stay business.-Worked closely with Marketing and E-Distribution teams to increase internal retail segments by 25% in revenue over 4 years through various marketing campaigns, introducing key SEO words on Google ads and Trip Advisor.
  • Marriott International
    Cluster Director Of Sales
    Marriott International Jan 2018 - Nov 2018
    Bur Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    -250 keys hotel rooms + Apartments with 5 F&B outlets + Ballroom for 100 guests- Overlooking property Revenue managment and Marketing in coordination with Marriott Corporate Teams.- Spearheaded integration process from Starwood Worldwide, Inc. to Marriott International as Sales and Event Coach.- Developing coaching and Recruiting a Commercial team of 7 members.- Analyzing and creating business plans to maintain hotel RGI as per budget and forecast
  • Marriott International
    Assistant Cluster Director Of Sales
    Marriott International Jun 2014 - Nov 2017
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    - Developing, Recruiting and Coaching Team of 8 members.- Preparing Strategies and Budgets for Corporate and Groups.- Working with Department heads and key stakeholders to deliver hotel forecast and achieve GOP- Conducting and attending major market Exhibitions locally and international to develop new business.
  • Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.
    Cluster Senior Sales Manager Corporate
    Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. Jul 2013 - May 2014
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    - Handling Key Accounts for the hotel and Stakeholders.- Assisting DOSM to prepare budgets and monthly forecast for Corporate Segment.- Developing Strategies to incorporate new volume accounts form Rooms and Events business
  • Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.
    Cluster Corporate Sales Manager
    Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. Apr 2011 - Jun 2013
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    - Developing and maintaining New Local and International Corporate Accounts.- Creating Business cases for existing and new RFPs along with information from Agency360- Working on Lanyon for RFPs and driving GDS business.
  • Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.
    Groups And Events Sales Manager- Department Head
    Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. Jul 2009 - Mar 2011
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    - Leading , Coaching and Recruiting a team of 7 members.- Forecasting and Budgeting for Groups and Events.- Events Diary management and revenue optimization for venues and groups focusing on hotel ADR to achieve overall RGI.
  • Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.
    Assistant Conference & Banqueting Sales Manager
    Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. Jul 2006 - May 2009
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    - Leading and Coaching a team of 6 members- Working with department head to prepare budgets and Quarterly/Monthly Forecast.- Developed and maintained Occupancy and revenue report to ensure optimal revenue management for venues.
  • Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.
    Conference And Banqueting Sales Executive
    Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. Aug 2004 - Jun 2006
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    - Handling and Managing all types of Events including Corporate, Conferences, Trainings and Social Events.
  • Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.
    Reservations Supervisor
    Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. Jun 2003 - Jul 2004
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    - Coaching and Developing a team of 6 members.- Working and Coordinating with Reservation Manager and Revenue Director for Forecasting and Room Inventory management.
  • Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.
    Reservations Agent
    Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. Apr 2001 - May 2003
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    -Delivering professional quality service for direct reservation calls as per IFH Standards and awarded the top reservation agent in 2001-Understanding of Revenue management and applying to upsell rooms and packages.
  • Hotel Le Meridien Dubai
    Industrial Trainee
    Hotel Le Meridien Dubai Oct 1997 - Mar 1998
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    -Awarded Best Intern and also part of ISO 9002 Quality Certification

Mihir Patel Skills

Hotel Management Hotels Event Management Hospitality Hospitality Management Banquets Training Hospitality Industry Front Office Revenue Analysis Recruiting Budgets Forecasting Pre Opening Resorts Yield Management

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What company does Mihir Patel work for?

Mihir Patel works for Fairmont Dubai

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Mihir Patel's current role is Director of Sales.

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What schools did Mihir Patel attend?

Mihir Patel attended University Of Wollongong, Institute Of Hotel Management & Catering, Indian High School, Dubai.

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