Jari Ylipaavalniemi

Jari Ylipaavalniemi is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in Hospitality, Administrative, Facilities, and Accommodation Management across the EMEA region.

His expertise lies in leading diverse teams to deliver high-quality services to a multicultural clientele, demonstrating exceptional leadership and managerial skills.

Jari's skill set includes Team Leadership, Facilities & Asset Management, 5 Star Hospitality, Contract Negotiation, Project Management, Pre-opening, SLA & KPO Management, Logistics, Customer Services, Health & Safety, Budget Management, Procurement, HR, Cost Management, Operation Management, Forecasting and Events Management, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office and Security protocols.

He holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Management from London Metropolitan University and a BA (Hons) in International Leisure and Tourism Management from the University of North London.

Jari's professional journey includes roles such as Director - Colleague Services at Jumeirah Group / Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts, Accommodation Manager at InterContinental Hotel - Dubai Festival City, Accommodation Officer at London Metropolitan University, Residence Supervisor at London Metropolitan University, Hall Administrator at the University of North London, and Assistant Allocation Officer at the University of North London.

With a focus on aligning operational activities with organizational goals, ethical standards, and quality benchmarks, Jari demonstrates a proven track record of successfully managing complex operations while ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.