Hotel management firm Rotana announced the promotion of Dominic Carr as its chief information officer for its operations in the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and Türkiye.

Rotana CEO Philip Barnes said of Carr’s promotion: “In today’s fast-paced and highly competitive hospitality industry, technology plays a crucial role in shaping the guest experiences, streamlining operations, and maintaining a competitive edge. With this in mind, I am delighted to announce Dominic Carr’s promotion to chief information officer.”

Barnes added that, as these technological advancements continue to evolve at high speed, Carr’s strategic leadership in the field will be critical to Rotana’s future success and uphold its singular brand promise of Treasured Time for guests.

A pivotal role

In this position, Carr leads the strategic direction and management of technology initiatives within the company. As head of the group’s information system and technology department, his focus centres on Rotana’s continued digital transformation, improvements to operational efficiency, and cybersecurity, effectively supporting the group’s overarching growth plans. 

Likewise, Carr also takes the lead with regard to cross-departmental thinking and collaboration, ensuring alignment with business goals and industry best practices.

Carr said of his new role: “I am extremely honoured to accept this promotion. During my time at Rotana, I have experienced, firsthand, how advances in technology have impacted how we operate and engage with shareholders, owners, key partners, investors, guests, and colle