Key Points
- Tolga Lacin, a prominent Marriott general manager in Dubai, is leaving to join Ennismore as COO for their lifestyle brands in the UAE and Turkey.
- Ennismore's portfolio in the region includes brands such as 25hours, SLS, Hyde, and a new SO in Dubai, with plans to open more hotels including a Mondrian in Abu Dhabi.
- Lacin has been with Marriott since 2020 and will oversee 14 hotels for Ennismore, starting his new role in early 2024.
Summary
Tolga Lacin is leaving his role as Marriott's area general manager in Dubai to become COO for Ennismore's lifestyle brands in the UAE and Turkey. He will oversee 14 hotels, including those in development, and work with Ennismore’s brands such as 25hours and SLS. Lacin, who has been with Marriott since 2009, will begin his new role in early 2024.