Maria Sabella Head of Revenue maximisation & commercial strategy

Maria Sabella, a highly accomplished professional based in Amman, Jordan, has demonstrated exceptional leadership and strategic expertise throughout her distinguished career spanning over two decades with Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. Serving as the Director of Sales & Marketing (Commercial Strategy) at the Four Seasons Hotel Doha from January 2021 to March 2023, Maria adeptly led a comprehensive team overseeing rooms sales, catering and events sales, revenue management, reservations, marketing communications, and public relations. Maria also played a pivotal role in adapting strategies amidst changing Covid restrictions and successfully launching and rebranding multiple Food and Beverage outlets.

In her role as the Director of Sales & Marketing at the Four Seasons Hotel Beirut from June 2018 to December 2020, Maria showcased her versatile skills. Leading teams across room sales, catering and events sales, revenue management, reservations, and marketing communications, she achieved record results in the Average Daily Room Rate, RevPAR, and revenues. Her crisis management skills during economic challenges were evident as she sent teams on taskforce assistance to other properties to save jobs and achieve savings.

Maria's extensive experience includes roles such as Director of Revenue Management in Geneva and Director of Reservations and Revenue Management in Prague. Throughout her career, she consistently demonstrated proficiency in implementing revenue-generating strategies, leading teams, and adapting to dynamic business environments. Her educational background includes a Bachelor of Business Administration with a focus on Marketing Research from the American University of Beirut.

Fluent in Arabic and English, with a strong understanding of French. Maria has worked in various countries, including Qatar, Lebanon, Switzerland, Jordan and the Czech Republic, reflecting her international expertise and adaptability. Her comprehensive skill set spans revenue management, marketing, crisis management, and team leadership, making her a valuable asset in any professional setting.