Transcorp Hilton appoints new operations director
By Joseph Inokotong, Abuja
Transcorp Hilton Abuja, the flagship property of Transcorp Hotels Plc has announced the promotion of Ebikaboere Seimodei to the position of director of operations.
Until her promotion, Ebi was the hotel’s operations manager and she will lead the operations team of the 670-room hotel to deliver consistent quality service. She becomes the first Nigerian to occupy the position of director of operations.
Ebi started her hospitality career over 25 years ago when she joined Transcorp Hilton Abuja as a reservations sales agent during her National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme.
She rose through the ranks and held several positions including reservations manager, front office manager, quality manager and operations manager. A graduate of sociology from the University of Jos, Ebi has been on various Hilton leadership programmes and the Kaizen Institute of Africa also certified her as a Kaizen manager.
The hotel also announced the appointment of Janet Dakim as the director of group conference and events. Janet was most recently the hotel’s group conference and events manager.
She joined Transcorp Hilton, Abuja, over 20 years ago and she has held various positions in human resources, sales and group, conference and events.
A graduate of the Federal Polytechnic Idah, Janet has been on various leadership programmes, including proactive leadership course and GC&E managers’ induction.
Managing Director Transcorp Hotels Plc, Mrs. Owen Omogiafo, said that “we are delighted about these appointments as this once again reinforces our commitment to good corporate governance and our belief in diversity and inclusion.
“Ebi and Janet are inspiring and energetic leaders who have a deep understanding of the hospitality industry and are known for delivering business results.”
Other Nigerian directors at the hotel include, Kayode Olabode who is the director of sales and Omorinsola Sofola, who is the director of human resources.
