Kamal ChaouiWith three promotions and a new hire, Centara Hotels & Resorts corporate operations team is being infused with some new energy and direction as the company continues to grow. Centara is pleased to welcome Kamal Chaoui to the team as the Group Director of Operations - Premium Resorts responsible for Centara Grand Resorts, the company's five star brand. Chaoui, a French national with more than 29 years of experience, started his career with Hyatt International Corporation where he spent 16 years in various positions worldwide. He has also worked with Banyan Tree Hotels and Resorts, InterContinental Hotel Group. Before taking on this new role, Chaoui was the General Manager at the newly opened Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi. He brings a wealth of knowledge and global perspective that will help in further developing brand standards and operational quality.