The new management team of the prestigious Club will manage all components including marketing, sales, membership, hospitality, conferences and events, sponsorship, polo and equestrian activities, as well as food and beverage services.
The key appointments at the Club include
Karim Klaa, General Manager;
Omar Bin Biat, Equestrian & Polo Operations Manager;
Niels van Baasbank, Polo Manager;
Ershad Ahmed, Sales & Marketing Manager; and Rishiraj Bathnagar, Food & Beverage Manager.
"Since its establishment in April 2006, the Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club has hosted international polo competitions, and served as a lifestyle venue to its member and visitors alike," said Karim Klaa. "As part of the Emaar Hospitality Group, our vision is to offer members and guests an improved and consistent array of activities and amenities, open the Club to a wider audience - not just as an equestrian-focused venue but as a lifestyle destination."
The new management team brings a wealth of hospitality experience to Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club from Europe and outstanding destination resorts across the globe. Several UAE nationals dedicated to equestrian maintenance and activities have also taken centre stage at the Club to further enhance its awareness throughout the region, and at an international scale.
Located within the well-established Arabian Ranches neighbourhood, the Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club extends over 68 acres of desert landscape. Apart from polo, regarded as the Sport of Kings, the Club hosts show jumping and dressage, horse riding and desert hacking. It has 336 stables, 25 paddocks, two polo fields, one practice field and two riding/ show jumping arenas. The all-weather surfaces of the riding, show jumping and dressage areas are regarded as one of the best in the region.
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Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club strengthens management team
- United Arab Emirates: Wednesday, November 21 - 2007 at 12:29
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Emaar Hospitality Group has revamped the management structure of Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club and strengthened the managerial team to offer a wider range of lifestyle-driven services and amenities.
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For more information on the Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club, please contact 04 361 8111 or visit www.poloclubdubai.com.About Emaar Hospitality Group LLC:
Emaar Hospitality Group LLC, the wholly owned subsidiary of Dubai-based global property developer Emaar Properties PJSC, manages the company's growing roster of hospitality & leisure projects. Emaar has diversified into hospitality & leisure in line with its Vision 2010 to become one of the most valuable companies in the world through a two-pronged approach of geographic expansion and business segmentation.
With a total portfolio of hospitality assets of over US$545 million, as of March 2007, Emaar Hospitality owns and manages a diversified portfolio of hospitality assets such as hotels, serviced residences, golf resorts, Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club, recreation clubs, the Dubai Marina and associated yacht club.
Emaar Hospitality Group's vision is to be recognized as the premier global provider of personal, innovative and memorable lifestyle experiences.
About Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club:
The Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club, established in April 2006, has become the heart of equestrian activity amongst residents in Dubai as well as regional and international visitors to the city. The Club contains two polo fields where local and international polo events take place.
Driven by its popularity in the UAE, Polo as a sport is the Club's main focus, with the Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club containing one show jumping area, two riding arenas and one dressage arena. It also features a well-stocked tack shop - Al Fursan, offering a wide range of riding, polo, show jumping and horse equipment. Collectively, the facilities are regarded as one of the best in the region. Leisure riding activities include desert hacking which both members and non-members can enjoy.
From a leisure and entertainment perspective, the Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club has a unique Spanish hacienda-styled clubhouse, where guests and members can relax at one of four stylish lounges or dine at Palermo, a divine steakhouse and grill restaurant. The grand patio at the Saha Courtyard is an ideal party venue and a meeting point for the city's movers and shakers. The Angsana Spa at the club offers total body pampering for members, while fitness enthusiasts can head to the well-equipped gymnasium.
For further information, please contact:
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Tel: (+971 4) 334 4550;
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Lara Lynn Golden, News EditorWednesday, November 21 - 2007 at 12:29 UAE local time (GMT+4)
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