Paul McGee

I launched Frank’s Chippy in June 2025. A British Chip Shop sold and delivered exclusively on Deliveroo

CEO and founder of The Black Sheep. A British GastroPub set in the heart of Dubai at Pullman Hotel JLT.

1720 Hospitality was created in 2020 by Paul McGee and Kosta Liakou after identifying a gap in the market for hospitality venues that offer a premium experience in a non pretentious environment welcoming people of all ages and families. Paul has extensive experience of over 20 years in F&B in the UK and UAE having worked with some of the largest projects in the region at Zero Gravity, White Dubai and in partnership with Atlantis The Palm, Jumeirah Hotels and UFC. Kostas has over 25 years experience in retail as well as property investment both in the 
UK and UAE having worked with large groups such as Al Tayer, Chalhoub and Flannels Group back in the UK. Their first project Mezzanine Bar & Kitchen was successfully launched in November 2021 at the iconic Souk Madinat Jumeirah welcoming over 100K guests in the first 12 months of operation. The group expanded its operations with The Black Sheep British GastroPub opening in June 2023. Another further 2 ventures are due to open at the beginning of 2025. The group has plans to expand to 6 new venues in the coming years including a further expansion of the Mezzanine Bar & Kitchen brand and creation of new and exciting concepts.

CEO of Mezzanine Bar & Kitchen. The British GastroPub at Souk Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai.

I created a brand and concept new to the region that provided guests with a casual dining experience on a beachside property. In its first year the revenue was increased by 300% from the previous business.

Overseeing 9 nightlife venues in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Lebanon. Including a portfolio of White Dubai (World Top 15 Club in the World - DJ Mag), Drai's DXB, White Beach (Atlantis the Palm), Mad (Yas Island) and others.

I was working as the General Manager of Drai’s DXB. Taking on the role in November 2018 with an exciting challenge ahead. Leading the team to the best nightclub in Dubai within the first few months I have gone to work on various projects for the company including the UFC Showdown Week in Abu Dhabi

I worked as the events manager of Zero Gravity in Dubai. Putting together some of the biggest events in the region for a multi award winning venue.

After moving back into marketing and brand management for a period I was asked to oversee the company flagship site by the C.E.O. I was running 2 sites as the senior general manager.

After gaining experience in general management over the previous 12 months I decided to move back into marketing for Baa Bar. Returning to my previous role as the head of marketing and sales for the company overseeing 10 bars nationwide.

I was the general manager of Igloo Cocktail Bar in the city centre of Liverpool. An award winning bar renowned for quality cocktails. Igloo continue to lead the way. Managing 40 staff, I worked with a great team providing a quality service.

Originally asked to come on board to be the deputy general manager of Baa Bar Fleet Street I was moved into marketing and moved forward again to become the marketing manager for the company. Managing 11 sites nationwide running all internal and external marketing campaigns. I was in charge of running the Freshers campaign for the company from top to bottom. An opportunity become available to continue my marketing role but also general manage some of the sites. Firstly Baa Bar Victoria Street before moving on to Modo in Concert Square.