IHG Hotels & Resorts is delighted to announce the new appointment of Raffi Torikian as General Manager of Crowne Plaza Dubai Marina. In his new position, Raffi will oversee day-to-day hotel operations, leading the team in delivering operational excellence and innovative guest experiences.
Raffi Torikian is a seasoned hotelier known for his prowess in team development, cost control, revenue growth, and high guest satisfaction ratings. He excels in strategic thinking, driving initiatives for effectiveness, revenue maximization, and establishing robust training programs. Raffi’s people-oriented approach has consistently led to successful team achievements, and his extensive industry network attests to his contributions.,
Bringing over 22 years of commercial and operational experience in the hospitality industry to Dubai, Raffi held various leadership roles across multiple disciplines . He joins the team from Voco Al Khobar in Saudi Arabia where he was the General manager and prior served as Hotel Manager at IHG in Kuwait, where he showcased his exceptional leadership and management skills.
His experience also extends to roles in the UAE as Director of Hotel Operations at Abu Dhabi National Hotels (ADNH), where he successfully oversaw operations for a portfolio of seven properties and sales and marketing roles in Dubai. Additionally, his eight-year tenure at InterContinental Le Vendome saw him excel in various positions, refining his skills and knowledge in the industry.
A Lebanese Armenian National, Raffi Torikian holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Marketing from Notre Dame University in 1996 and embarked in his professional journey with IHG Hotels & Resorts at InterContinental Le Vendome in Beirut in the commercial team.
Crowne Plaza Dubai Marina is a contemporary hotel situated in the heart of Dubai’s vibrant Marina district. Offering stunning waterfront views and a range of world-class amenities, the hotel is dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences in one of Dubai’s most dynamic neighbourhoods.