Stelios Damianelis

Stelios Damianelis is a seasoned procurement professional currently serving as the Group Services - Director of Procurement for Dubai Holding Hospitality and Dubai Holding Entertainment, since June 2023. With extensive experience in strategic sourcing and business partnerships, previous positions include Middle East Head of Procurement at Serco, where management of 500 contracts was a key focus, and MEA Business Partner at Majid Al Futtaim, a leader in retail and leisure across the MENA region. Stelios has also held significant roles at InterContinental Hotels Group and SANI RESORT. Educated at Cornell University with a certificate in Hotel Real Estate Investments & Asset Management and a BA from TEI of Epirus in Greece, Stelios combines academic knowledge with practical expertise in the hospitality and investment sectors.