JA Resorts & Hotels is excited to announce two significant promotions at JA The Resort, underscoring the dedication and exceptional achievements of Murad Ahmed, a distinguished Emirati professional, and Amit Alva.
Murad Ahmed, an esteemed member of the JA family since 2005 and a proud Emirati, has been promoted to Cluster General Manager.
Starting as a Revenue Sales Agent, Murad’s exceptional growth and leadership over the past 20 years have been truly inspiring. His roles at JA The Resort include Duty Manager, Front Office Manager, Executive Assistant Manager, and Resident Manager. Murad’s exemplary performance led to his role as General Manager at The Manor Hotel By JA, where he demonstrated outstanding leadership. Most recently, Murad served as the Resident Manager at JA The Resort, where his strategic vision significantly contributed to our success.
Murad’s promotion to Cluster General Manager acknowledges his loyalty, dedication, and relentless pursuit of excellence. His profound understanding of our brand and ability to foster strong relationships make him the ideal leader for this role.
Amit Alva, a seasoned food & beverage professional, has been promoted to Resort Manager.
With over two decades of experience in London and the GCC, Amit brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep passion for culinary innovation and service excellence. His impressive career includes prestigious roles such as Director of Food & Beverage at Kempinski Hotel, Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts, Rixos Hotels, Roda Hotels, and Al Murooj Rotana, Dubai. Amit began his management journey in London, advancing from Restaurant Manager at The Savoy London to F&B Manager at Hilton London Metropole and Hospitality Manager at Roux Fine Dining.
Amit was the driving force behind the success of JA Resorts & Hotels’ renowned events such as Untold, Defected, and Elrow. Last year, he was promoted to Executive Assistant Manager Food & Beverage, continuing to drive excellence across the resort. Amit’s promotion to Resort Manager is a testament to his unwavering commitment and outstanding contributions to our team.
A legacy UAE brand, JA Resorts & Hotels – pronounced as ‘J A’ was born in 1981 and has a widely recognised reputation for excellence, in the management and operation of award-winning resorts and hotels. Taking its name from the original Jebel Ali (JA) Beach hotel, JA Resorts & Hotels portfolio now features 9 distinct properties across the UAE and Indian Ocean, each dedicated to curating unique experiences and creating unforgettable memories. Tropical escapes include JA Manafaru, the idyllic luxury island resort in pristine, lagoon-ringed Haa Alifu Atoll, at the northern tip of the Maldives and JA Enchanted Island Resort, a luxurious hideaway of 13 exquisite villas and rooms on a private island, in the middle of the protected Saint Anne Marine Park. Within the UAE, guests can choose from the five-star JA Ocean View Hotel, located along ‘The Walk’ in Jumeirah Beach Residence. Other attractive options include the acclaimed JA The Resort – Dubai’s largest experience resort, with 1 million square metres of thrilling activities and 3 unique hotels offering 800 suites and rooms between them– the award-winning JA Beach Hotel, JA Palm Tree Court and JA Lakeview Hotel, a golf course adjacent property opened in 2019. The JA Hatta Fort Hotel is Dubai’s only mountain resort, a secluded getaway amidst the stunning Hajar Mountains landscape. The Manor by JA is a 2020 addition to the portfolio, a 247-key corporate hotel located in Al Furjan, Dubai. In 2021, the group also opened the new JA Enchanted Waterfront Villa, a brand-new idyllic getaway in Seychelles on the east coast of Mahé. JA Resorts & Hotels is a member of the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, bringing together more than 40 brands with over 800 hotels in 100 countries.
