Julia Schamne Recognized in Hozpitality's Best 30 Women Leaders in the Middle East 2025
Cluster General Manager of Novotel & Aparthotel Adagio Premium Dubai Al Barsha Celebrated for Operational Excellence and Innovative F&B Leadership.
Julia Schamne, Cluster General Manager at Novotel & Aparthotel Adagio Premium Dubai Al Barsha, has been honored in Hozpitality's Best 30 Women Leaders in the Middle East 2025 for her dynamic leadership, exceptional operational results, and innovative contributions to Dubai's hospitality scene. With 17-year career spanning four continents and nearly a decade of cluster management expertise in Dubai, Julia is a respected leader known for revitalizing properties and setting new market standards.
Her return to the Novotel and Adagio Al Barsha cluster marked a significant homecoming, where she successfully boosted performance across all key departments, including rooms, finance, and most notably, food and beverage. Under her leadership, the F&B outlets have become a major highlight, exceeding guest expectations and achieving new benchmarks for efficiency and satisfaction.
A pivotal achievement in 2024 was being named Hotel Custodian of the Year, which proves her dedication to sustainability, operational excellence, and unparalleled guest experience. Her current focus is on the groundbreaking Flying Elephant Mystical Mixology venue, an immersive experience that blends global culinary journeys with Indian tradition in a bold, modern fusion. This innovative concept, featuring artfully presented cocktails and layered flavors, exemplifies her commitment to creating unique, destination-worthy experiences.
Balancing her demanding role as a leader with being a mother of two, Julia Schamne continues to inspire her teams and the wider industry with her focus on innovation, sustainability, and inclusive leadership.
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