Title : Chief Business Support and Transformation Officer Industry : Entertainment

Location : United Arab Emirates

Waseem Hassan joined DXB Entertainments in 2014 and has headed Human Resources and Administration through the critical pre-opening phase of Dubai Parks and Resorts . In 2018 , Waseem took on additional responsibility for Information Technology , Procurement and Business Excellence in his new role as Chief Business Support and Transformation Officer . With over 13 years ’ experience in human resources management at leading leisure and development companies , Waseem brings extensive knowledge of human resources and experience in managing successful large-scale resourcing projects and in implementation of IT infrastructure . Prior to joining DXB Entertainments , Waseem was the Corporate Director of Human Resources & Administration at the Leisure and Entertainment division , within Meraas Holding , where he led human resources initiatives to support the organisation ’ s strategic goals . Waseem also spent five years as Director of Human Resources at the Jumeirah Group with responsibility for the Madinat Jumeirah Resort , Jumeirah Creekside Hotel and the Food and Beverage Group of Jumeirah International Group . Previously , Waseem has held key positions within Dubai Holding and the Executive Office ( Government of Dubai ). Waseem is a CIPD Associate , and holds a postgraduate degree in Human Resources Management .

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