Millennium Hotels and Resorts, Middle East and Africa (MEA) announced the appointment of Christian Palacin as General Manager of Millennium Al Barsha, set to open in the summer of 2019.

A seasoned hospitality professional, Palacin will be responsible for all aspects of the operation at Millennium Al Barsha. With a master’s degree in Hotel Management from Cornell University, Palacin started his career 25 years ago. Throughout his journey, he has has held several senior management positions with international hospitality brands. These include Sheraton and Marriott Hotels and Resorts in Egypt, Tunisia, Algeria, Lebanon, Abu Dhabi and the Philippines. During the span of his career, he has also been instrumental in large renovation projects, rebranding and hotel openings.