Atlantis Dubai appoints new executive sales director

Atlantis Dubai has promoted Dean Walsh to executive director of sales.

In his new position, Walsh will head up the leisure sales strategy for sister properties Atlantis The Palm and Atlantis The Royal.

He first joined the Atlantis Dubai team as director of sales in 2023, leading a team of 15 in establishing the brand’s market presence in the UK, Europe and Australasia.

In his new role, Walsh will oversee the direction and execution of the company’s leisure sales strategy across all markets, with a view to supporting revenue targets and brand positioning.

Prior to joining Atlantis Dubai, Walsh held senior leadership positions at brands including InterContinental, Jumeriah, One&Only Resorts, Viceroy and W Hotels.

Atlantis Dubai’s vice-president of sales Kyp Charalambous said: “Walsh’s proven track record, strategic vision and unwavering commitment to excellence make him the ideal leader to guide our sales team through its next chapter of growth. 

“As a trusted deputy and future senior leader of the business, his expertise in the global leisure landscape will be pivotal in driving new opportunities, deepening relationships in key markets and attracting guests to the extraordinary experiences offered at Atlantis The Palm and Atlantis The Royal.”