Atlantis Dubai has appointed Timothy M. Kelly as President of Atlantis, Kerzner International.
In this brand new role, Mr Kelly – who has been with Atlantis Dubai for 6 years – will be responsible for leading and representing the entire Atlantis brand globally. He will continue his responsibilities overseeing the teams in Atlantis, The Palm and Atlantis The Royal in Dubli, and will begin overseeing the team in Atlantis Sanya in China.
He will also officially join Kerzner International’s esteemed Executive Team, ensuring the delivery of the entire organisation’s strategy across its multi-award-winning portfolio.
In his new role, Mr Kelly will also ensure resort operations, design planning, brand alignment, sales and marketing, and people initiatives at all Atlantis properties are carried out to the highest level. Additionally, he will be responsible for representing Kerzner International, while providing mentorship to all General Managers and Executive Leaders under the Atlantis brand.
Commenting on his appointment, Timothy Kelly, President of Atlantis, said: “I am truly honoured that Kerzner International has placed their trust in me to embark on this exciting chapter ahead. The past six years have been incredible, and there’s been nothing more rewarding than witnessing our brand’s successful growth trajectory. I look forward to an exciting future filled with endless possibilities and continuing to work with our amazing colleagues throughout Kerzner International.”
“Timothy’s appointment acknowledges his inspiring and dedicated leadership, and the incredible successes he has overseen at Atlantis, The Palm, which continues to achieve record growth, and Atlantis, The Royal, which opened to worldwide acclaim and excitement earlier this year, and is already collecting global awards and recognition,” said Philippe Zuber, CEO of Kerzner International. “I am delighted to welcome him to the Executive Team, and confident that under his stewardship, Atlantis will continue to innovate and excite, boldly redefining the luxury resort and entertainment experience for guests around the world.”
