The Interview Growing up on the south side of Berlin in Germany Stephan went through an apprenticeship to become a Chef. At 19 years old he began his career working abroad. A highflyer he moved into management when he was 24. Promotion followed swiftly to Assistant Director of Food and
“Being part of Marriott enables me to drive excellence in service, create memorable experiences for guests, and contribute to a brand that sets the standard for luxury and hospitality around the world, all while championing the well-being of our associates.” Vana Belle, A Luxury Collection Resort, Koh Samui General Manager
“What we created at Rissai Valley, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve is truly a new level of hospitality in China and will help others to pursue higher standards in luxury and guest experience.” Rissai Valley, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve Luxury hotel group Ritz-Carlton unveiled Rissai Valley, their first Reserve in China, in June
“I’m very friendly and motivated. I believe in creating a happy environment where Team Members can envision spending a life in the business.” Hilton Sofia General Manager In 2018 I had a business trip in Beijing where I met Boni Mansi who was then the hotel general manager of Hilton
“Training colleagues is at the base of retention, it gives staff a sense of being valued and looked after, that is key to retention.” Interviewing Regent Shanghai Pudong General Manager Swiss hotelier Michael Gnaegi, Regent’s general manager is a graduate of École Hôtelière de Lausanne, the prestigious hotel school in
“..We have a lot of very interesting offers at the hotel because Hyatt Regency Phnom Penh is one of the greatest hotels in the area and is situated right in the middle of the city.” Hyatt is blazed new ground in Southeast Asia with the opening of Hyatt Regency Phnom
“As with any GM, the goal is always to continue to grow the business, despite the challenges and competition, while ensuring that W Shanghai remains the go-to place for new and exciting experiences.” Meet Jerry John, the general manger of W Shanghai – The Bund. Jerry hails from Melbourne, Australia,
“To work in this industry and be successful is all about caring for those people whom you come into contact with and serving their needs whatever that may be. “ Grand Hyatt Shanghai general manager Alex Willats is General Manager of the Grand Hyatt Shanghai, responsible for the hotel’s day-to-day
“Hospitality is about people and communication. I enjoy meeting and communicating with people from different backgrounds in different places every day.” Radisson Collection Yangtze Shanghai general manager Last week I had an interview with Mr. Magdy Halim, general manager of the famed Radisson Collection Hotel, Yangtze Shanghai. Magdy has 27