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In this podcast, Olivier Bracard, the co-founder and CEO of the highly successful hospitality recruitment platform Hosco, describes how this platform was born and why it is the go-to website for people looking for job offers in the hospitality field. As an EHL graduate, Olivier describes his time at the famous Swiss Hospitality School and how his international networking skills began there. He also gives insights on Hospitality Education in Switzerland and apprises us on the current educational trends.
In addition, Olivier discusses the fallout from the COVID pandemic, how the hospitality industry was strongly hit, and why it has become more challenging to find qualified talent in an ever-growing competitive field. Obviously, Hosco has had to navigate these challenges, and Olivier explains how the recruitment process has evolved over the past few years.
Finally, Olivier describes the current hospitality recruitment trends and how he sees the field's future changing and evolving. In his opinion, it is still a great industry that allows young people to travel to widen their horizons and to be part of an industry that allows for rapid development and career growth.
Olivier Bracard co-founded Hosco in 2011 with Carl Julien, whom he met at the Ecole Hôtelière de Lausanne (EHL). After graduating in 2007, Olivier joined Jones Lang LaSalle Hotels (JLLH) in Spain, overseeing hotel financial valuations, feasibility studies, and management negotiations for nearly four years.
During his time with JLLH, Olivier was asked to help recruit junior talents from several hotel management schools. After realizing how time-consuming the process was, he imagined a central meeting point for top talent and recruiters in the industry: Hosco was born. -
Tim Oberli is currently the Front Desk Manager at the world famous Bürgenstock Resort near Lucerne, Switzerland. He is also the current World Skills Vice Champion of Hotel Reception. In this podcast, Tim describes first becoming the Swiss Skills champion and subsequently his participation in the World Skills competition in October 2022 in Montreux, Switzerland.
Tim describes his experience in Montreux and the lasting impressions he has from participating in this important event. He recognises the importance of his support team and family during a increasingly demanding preparation for this three-day event. He also talks about the mental and physical challenges of competition and how he learned how to overcome moments of doubt and stress.
Finally, Tim talks about the support he received from his team at the Bürgenstock and how his employment at the reception desk was a vital part of his competition performance. He also shares his impressions of meeting competitors from around the world and the lasting friendships that he developed with the other contestants.
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In this podcast, Robert Recupero shares his extraordinary career path with our listeners and explains how this path led to the creation of Moomenti, a high-end marketplace for booking luxury hotel experiences. This entrepreneurial adventure was Robert’s answer to making hospitality luxury easier to navigate and enjoy.
Early in his career, Robert worked at Swissport, which enabled him to learn essential service and leadership skills that have helped him throughout his career and triggered his passion for travel and hospitality.
His move to Thomson Reuters, the multinational information corporation, as the Senior Vice-President of Sales and Services allowed him to hone his leadership skills and he brought these skills to JP Morgan Private Banking. In 2021, Robert started his own company, Moomenti and he explains his reasons and motivation for moving into the Luxury Hotel Experiences sector.
Robert also describes how the hospitality sector is an ever-changing landscape that is creating new avenues and why technology is at the forefront of this movement. Robert’s broad experience allows him to evaluate and understand what travelers and guests are looking for and how to meet their growing expectations. Finally, Robert explains his bold decision to become an entrepreneur and what he has learned so far.
Robert Recupero is an expert in organizational design, technology metrics, and user experience/customer experience (UX/CX). With an impressive career spanning senior leadership roles in banking, finance, and technology, Robert brings a wealth of knowledge and insight to his current endeavors.
As a former Managing Director at JP Morgan Private Bank and Senior Vice President at Thomson Reuters, Robert has demonstrated exceptional leadership in banking technology operations and high-end client service. His strategic vision and expertise have driven significant advancements in these areas, making him a respected figure in the industry.
Following his tenure in banking and finance, Robert transitioned to a successful career as a Senior Independent Consultant. In this role, he advised numerous organizations on organizational design, IT leadership, and governance, helping them navigate complex challenges and achieve their strategic objectives.
Currently, Robert is the founder and CEO of Moomenti, a high-end marketplace for booking luxury hotel experiences. Launched in Switzerland, Moomenti is now expanding to Asia, Latin America, and the United States, reflecting Robert's innovative approach and global vision. Don’t hesitate to reach out to him should you want to know more about Moomenti.Robert holds a Finance degree from the University of Geneva in Switzerland. His academic background, combined with his extensive professional experience, positions him as a thought leader in the fields of finance, hospitality and technology.
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This podcast was by far one of our most popular and features Tom Su, a former hotelier who has found a unique way of combining music with hospitality. After working several years in the hospitality industry in Taipei, Tom chose a different path in telecommunications. But his love for music and his desire to share this passion has finally led him to bringing musical joy to hospitals and senior care facilities. Listen to this episode to learn how he combines music, hospitality, communications, counselling and volunteering in his life.
Tom Su is a musician, a hotelier, a telecommunication manager, a life counsellor and a volunteer.
He was born in Taiwan and has a fine arts bachelor degree in violin. He also graduated from Glion
Hotel School in 1996. He later became the director of sales and marketing at The Ritz Taipei at the age
of 30. In 2003, he emigrated to Canada where he earned an MBA at the University of Victoria, specializing in Service Management. During the pandemic, he recognized the mental health crisis, so he went back to school and got his certifications in Life Coach and Life Counseling.
Currently Tom is working at Telus, a telecommunications company in Canada. Since 2006, he has also been playing the violin with the West Coast Symphony. Most importantly, he is an active volunteer in senior care facilities, hospitals and his community.
Recently, Tom was awarded as a Local Hero from the mayor of Burnaby in June 2023, to recognize his contribution to the community and an article about his volunteer work was featured in Pancouver, a local Vancouver publication.
(https://pancouver.ca/violinist-tom-su-spreads-joy-and-builds-empathy-by-taking-his-music-
to-the-people/).
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In this podcast, Razvan Pirjol, CEO of Turism Felix and the owner of Leading Choice, a global hospitality counselling company in Romania, answers our questions about the hospitality and tourism industry in Romania and gives his insights on current hospitality education and training opportunities. A Glion Hospitality graduate, Razvan ended up spending several years in Switzerland and he talks to us about this unique experience, how it influenced his career choices and why he still has a strong connection to the Montreux region.
Romania is home to historically rich architecture, jaw-dropping landscapes, and gorgeous cities. It’s less expensive than most European travel destinations, less crowded and it is considered one of the safest countries in Europe. In 2019, over 13 million tourists visited Romania. Razvan describes the growing appeal of Romania as a Central European destination and how the government and tourism boards should welcome and improve their hospitality and tourism offerings. As the former Secretary of State for Tourism, Foreign Trade & Investment, Razvan has an insider’s view of the challenges that Romania faces and gives our listeners his ideas on what direction Romania is headed.
Razvan also answers our questions about why Romania has become an appealing destination for many university students and how its renowned and exceptional academic standards have made it specifically attractive with regards to its Faculty of Medicine.
Finally, Razvan gives us his suggestions for improving hospitality education and training in Romania and how he believes synergies can be created to meet the current hospitality and tourism challenge.
Razvan Pirjol is the current CEO of Turism Felix and Owner of Leading Choice - Global Hospitality Counsellors in Romania. Razvan studied International Hospitality and Tourism Management at Glion Institute of Education in Switzerland and he has 30+ years of hands-on experience in international hospitality management with a focus on operations, education, training and quality management at both the corporate and entrepreneurial levels. In addition, Razvan was the former Secretary of State for Tourism, Foreign Trade & InvestRomania at the Ministry of Economy, Romania.
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In this podcast, Marina Franolic talks about hospitality in Croatia, a popular Mediterranean destination with rave reviews. Marina explains why Croatia has become a favourite tourist destination and why so many tourists return there for their holidays.
Marina also discusses her work at The Bench, a global investment event organization and hospitality trends and innovations such as long-term stay that are focused on travellers that would like to be more comfortable in their accommodation, or are staying for a week, a month or more in the city.
Marina also speaks about lifestyle hotels that are particularly attractive to younger travellers who want to experience the local atmosphere even within the hotel. Lifestyle brands bring the community inside by creating different rooms and social spaces and also serving the local clientele.
Finally, Marina talks about the future of hospitality and the importance of sustainability and gender equality and what the industry needs to do to improve on these vital topics.
Marina Franolic is the Managing Director at The Bench, a global hospitality investment event organiser. Marina joined in 2019 when her Adria Hotel Forum – now IDEEA Hospitality Investment Forum, was acquired by The Bench.
Marina began her hospitality career at the Glion Institute of Higher and the Hotel Savoy, Rocco Forte group, in Florence. After several years outside of the hospitality industry, in 2012, she established her company with the goal of bringing global trends to the regional industry.
In 2013, Adria Hotel Forum was launched with the idea of showcasing world trends, sparking the creation of new ideas and partnerships and overall development of the hotel industry. Within years, AHF was confirmed to be the only internationally recognized hotel investment conference within South-Eastern Europe whose partners were global companies. The company then started another unique event with the goal of bringing trends into everyday hotel operations – HOW /Hotel Operations Weekend/ Festival that gathers every year more than 500 participants. In 2018, the company was rebranded as HESA Group and served as the connoisseur of the regional market and opportunities.
In addition, Marina serves as the Industry Advisory Board Member at Glion Institute of Higher Education and holds both Croatian and Italian citizenship.
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In this podcast, Lama Jammal Houssami describes her educational and career path and why she was inspired to create a cooking school, Mamalu Kitchen, in Dubai. Mamalu Kitchen was inspired by her 3 boys and the need to help fellow mums and families simplify their day-to-day lives without having to worry about feeding their family fuss-free healthy food.
The first concept launched under the Mamalu Kitchen brand in 2016 was cooking classes for nannies and housekeepers. Using recipes in their native language from traditional Arabic cuisine, Lama taught them how to cook for the ultimate dinner party. That was shortly followed by cooking classes for mums/children, schools, couples, corporations & even husbands who also wanted to learn how to create delicious, all-natural food for their families. Mamalu Kitchen has created a cooking movement under the slogan #feedingfamilies.
In line with her cooking movement in 2020 she started Eazy Freezy; an all natural, easy to cook frozen food product line for families on the go. Hassle free yumminess without the bad stuff. The products are available online and across Spinneys & Waitrose outlets all over the UAE.
By engaging every single member of the household/family and various members of the community, to be involved and empowered by cooking, Mamalu Kitchen is enabling lifestyle changes in the region. This ‘cooking movement’ is leading families to live a healthier and happier life.
Born in Lebanon and raised most of her life in the UK, Lama has always had a passion for cooking since the age of 6. By shadowing her mother from a young age she acquired the knowledge of all of the classic Arabic dishes. Her specialty is family food, large beautiful mouthwatering dishes to be shared amongst friends and family in a fuss-free way.
Her love of cooking led her to study at Glion Hotel Management School in Switzerland and she earned a Hospitality & Tourism degree. She gained experience with some of the top 5 star luxury hotel groups such as Four Seasons, Rocco Forte and Hyatt hotels in London, Paris and Rome.
Mamalu Kitchen is not Lama’s first entrepreneurial venture, she has had over a decade of experience in the fashion industry under her independent private label. She has opened two concept stores in Beirut, Lebanon {Ribbon & Lace and Birdcage} She has also been a part of the prestigious London & Paris Fashion weeks for 7 consecutive years and has extensive experience as a designer for high end clothing brand, Mojo World.
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In this podcast, Mary Mayenfisch-Tobin discusses gender equality, sustainability and corporate responsibility in the hospitality and tourism fields. Using her lifetime experience as a lawyer, educator and activist, Mary looks at the current global situation with a critical eye and explains why it is in the interest of hospitality and tourism companies to ensure that they put ethical and sustainable business practices into practice.
Mary also touches on why it is important for business to be inclusive and the disastrous consequences of making decisions without all the stakeholders around the table. Finally, Mary stresses the importance of including law and human rights courses in hospitality, event, tourism and sport management curriculum.
Mary Mayenfisch-Tobin is a lawyer and accredited mediator with substantial experience in private practice with corporate in-house capacity. Mary has a lifetime of experience in Business and Human Rights, Corporate Social Responsibility and issues pertaining to male/female equality. She is an expert in issues relating to Hospitality and Tourism Law and in matters relating to Common law succession and contract law.
Mary formerly worked as Law Professor at the Ecole Hoteliere de Lausanne lecturing in Hospitality and Business Law and went on to become Director of the Pepperdine University program in Lausanne, where she established the campus in Switzerland in 2006. She also lectured on International Business law with a focus on human rights.
Mary is experienced in matters of education, works in the area of student counselling, stakeholder relations and outreach, business development, as well as the organisation of internships. She is a specialist in the area of Business and Human Rights, she has worked, lobbied and lectured in the Swiss Romand area since 2005. -
Filippo Perricone is the co-founder and Managing Director of Back label, a line of Italian lounge, athletic and leisure wear sold exclusively in luxury hotels and resorts. In this podcast, we ask Filippo about his educational and career path from a History and Philosophy student to working in the textile industry in Hong Kong. In 2010, Filippo co-founded Back Label with his wife Amy and they have successfully continued to grow their company with exclusive clothing lines for the luxury hotel and resort sector around the world.
Filippo explains why quality lounge, athletic and leisure “slow fashion” wear made in Italy are a reference in the fashion world and therefore greatly appreciated by hotel and resort clients. Free from polyester or any other toxic substances, Back Label brings out the pureness of its natural fabrics through an unprecedented sensorial experience on the body.
Filippo’s dedication to running a sustainable and ethical company is discussed as well as his desire to keep his company in line with equitable principles. Filippo explains that Back Label’s “purpose is to actively contribute to the creation of a sustainable economic system and business that regenerates society and the environment. We want our workplace to have a positive impact on our employees, the city and the environment around us, in the hope that other companies will join us on this virtuous path. Because the future is now. Unlock the Change.”
Filippo also describes the hotel retail niche and why his company chose this industry to market and sell their clothing line. Given Filippo’s Italian background, he possesses a thorough comprehension of not only the culture of Italian craftmanship but also its market dynamics.
Filippo Perricone was born in Bergamo in 1978. After completing his scientific studies, he earned a master's degree in Modern History and Philosophy. In 2004, upon finishing his studies, he moved to Hong Kong where he worked for two major companies in the textile industry. It was only in 2010 that he moved back to Bergamo with his wife Amy and founded Back Label. Together, they started the first offices and soon after, the first production chain. Before long, they were joined by a wonderful team of innovators.In 2016, Back Label began its exclusive journey dedicated to the Hospitality sector and gradually moved away from the mainstream fashion world. Since 2016, Filippo has remained firmly at the helm of Back Label, continuing to lead the company towards new innovations and successes in the Hospitality sector.
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Andrea Obertello is currently the General Manager of the Four Seasons Hotel in Milano, Italy. In this podcast, Andrea talks about her career choices and how she became General Manager in an industry that is predominately male. She talks about working in the iconic Milano Four Seasons Hotel, located in a 15th century convent, the second oldest Four Seasons hotel in Europe. Andrea compares hospitality in Italy to other places she has worked and analyses the changes she has seen in the hospitality industry over the past 10 years
Originally from Argentina, Andrea has worked at Four Seasons Hotels in Miami, Doha and Marrakech but she feels at home in Italy where her family originated from. Andrea is upbeat and positive when she talks about the challenges she has had to face in the hospitality industry and she shares some of her success stories and emphasizes the importance of creating and welcoming opportunities.
Finally, she gives our listeners insight into her leadership and communication styles and shares some of her hospitality philosophy and anecdotes.
Andrea holds a degree from Glion Institute of Higher Education in Switzerland and began her career with Four Seasons as a receptionist in Uruguay. She has worked in many hotel positions during her career, which has led to her understanding of the many faceted aspects of running a successful hotel. She has thoroughly enjoyed the opportunities Four Seasons has given her to work in different places such as South America, North America, the Middle East, Europe and North Africa.
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Khulan Berger is currently the Regional Director at MY BLUE PLANET and the Swiss Coordinator of The Climate Reality Project Europe. In this podcast, Khulan explains why sustainable tourism has become such an important endeavour and how MY BLUE PLANET is working closely with companies to transition and implement sustainable practices.
Khulan describes what tools are being used to engage and inspire the hospitality and tourism sectors and what areas are particularly challenging. She also explains why it is important to reduce CO2 emissions before trying to compensate for them. In addition, Khulan explains how being more sustainable supports employee engagement while giving her insights into the limitations that the hospitality and tourism sectors face.
Finally, Khulan explains why sustainability is so important and why the hospitality and tourism sectors should make it a priority.
Khulan Berger is the Regional Director at MYBLUEPLANET and the Swiss National Coordinator of The Climate Reality Project Europe. Leading a dedicated team, she focuses on scaling impactful climate projects and programs in the French-speaking region of Switzerland. One of MYBLUEPLANET's programs includes ClimateActions4Companies, whereby her team works closely with companies from the touristic sector to implement climate actions, serving the transition to sustainable tourism. Her commitment lies in making a practical and tangible difference in the ongoing transition to a more sustainable future.
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Arian Röehrle is the former president of AICR, The International Association for Deputy Managers and Front Office Managers of Luxury Hotels. In this podcast, Arian tells our listeners about this important networking organization and how it has grown into a well-established professional and educational entity. He discusses the importance of networking in the hospitality industry and why AICR has its place in this ever-changing field.
Arian also talks about his own career choices and path and why young people today should embrace the hospitality field. He gives our listeners insight into some of the challenges the field is currently facing, why training, mentoring and education are so important and how hospitality leaders and managers can improve their communication and leadership styles. He touches upon managing culturally diverse teams and how to create effective and motivated teams. Finally, Arian discusses the challenges of working in the hospitality field and having a healthy work / life balance.
After being employed in the hospitality industry for the last 15 years and working his way up from pageboy to general manager in 11 hotels across five countries, Arian and his wife Anja have founded A&A Hotel & Gastronomie Betriebs-GmbH. They plan on continuing to surprise and delight guests and staff by creating lasting relationships and memorable moments.
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In this podcast, Marie-Berengère Chapoton, who is currently the General Manager of the award-winning Raffles Al Areen Palace in Bahrain, describes her global career path and how she met not only challenges but opportunities that came her way. Marie-Berengère’s career path has led her toNew York, Montreal, Paris, Milan, Rome, Uruguay, The Bermudas, Rio de Janeiro and now to Bahrain. In this podcast, Marie-Berengère tells our listeners about her move up the hospitality management ladder and how she has embraced the role of a General Manager in a luxury hotel.
Marie-Berengère also explains how her passion for hospitality was sparked, and how her hospitality studies in Switzerland set her on a successful career path. She answers our questions about the evolution of women working in top hospitality management positions and why it has become easier for women to aspire to a General Manager position in hotels and resorts.
Finally, Marie-Berengère shares some personal insights into working in the hospitality field and navigating a global career that requires and open mind and flexibility. It is for this reason that she encourages young people to embrace this exciting and potentially global career path.
Marie-Berengere Chapoton is a French citizen and the General Manager at Raffles Al Areen Palace in Bahrain. She has more than 20 years of experience in the luxury hospitality industry. With a background in hotel management from a prestigious school in Switzerland and an MBA from IMHI Cornell-Essec Business School, she has managed hotel openings & repositioning projects across North & South America, Europe, Asia, and now in GCC with Sofitel, Fairmont & Raffles as well as Corporate exposure. With a global mindset, she fuses various cultures to provide unique customer experiences and her tenure at Raffles Bahrain is a testament to her dedication to excellence.
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In this podcast, Luiz Prebianca discusses how he ended up working in Australia, what he loves about working there and how Australian hospitality differs from other places. Originally from Brazil, Luiz moved to Germany as a teenager to attend high school and then onto Switzerland to attend a Hospitality Management school. He has worked in Brazil, the USA, Dubai and began working in Australia in 2010. With his signature sense of humour, he discusses what kind of tourists come to Australia and the how the Crocodile Dundee effect has made Australia such a popular destination.
Luiz also gives his advice on leadership and successful hospitality management strategies. He shares his insights into how hospitality managers can motivate and inspire their staff and why training and communication is key. Finally, he talks about how the hospitality industry has changed and what future challenges will look like for many hospitality businesses.
Luiz is passionate about the hospitality field and thoroughly enjoys interacting with people from different cultures. He is currently the Hotel Manager at the Riverside Hotel Southbank in Brisbane, Australia and oversees many departments in this 4-star Strata Titled Hotel. Luiz was brought on board right after the floods that devastated Brisbane - his mission was to “recreate” the Hotel. He was given full authority to apply change, so he and his team were able to “recreate” the entire way the Hotel approaches marketing, sales, reservations and business relationships along with implementing new standard operating procedures, uniforms, furniture, online marketing approach, customer service practices and more.
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In this podcast, Victor Mogilev speaks to our audience about Hospitality HR recruitment in South East Asia and explains how this region has its unique challenges and opportunities. Victor traces his educational and career path to explain how his Swiss hospitality management background allowed him to pursue a global career and landed him today in Bangkok working as a partner for LHC International. LHC is an international hospitality and operating real estate executive search firm with a core team of professionals focusing on recruitment of senior management roles.
He also shares his insight into key trends for management positions in the South East Asia region and what kind of profiles HR recruitment businesses are looking for. Additionally, he describes how technology and digitalization have impacted the recruitment process for hospitality roles and provides valuable advice on how to navigate working in this region for young talents looking to expand their horizons.
Victor Mogilev is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in the travel and hospitality industry. Originally from Russia, Victor has immersed himself in diverse cultures, having lived and worked in Asia for more than a decade.
A graduate in Hospitality Management from the esteemed Glion Institute of Higher Education, Victor's journey in the industry has been marked by significant contributions. He has held number of roles in the Corporate Office of a well-established regional hotel brand and spent several years with a leading Inbound Destination Management company in Asia.
For the past 5 years, Victor has joined forces with a close friend and business partner, Garry Levin (another graduate of Glion Institute of Higher Education) to spearhead the development and growth of LHC International. This hospitality-focused executive search firm operates across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, reflecting Victor's commitment to shaping the future of the industry through talent acquisition and strategic leadership. LHC International has established itself as one of the leading recruitment firms across the hospitality industry with offices in Berlin, Singapore, Bangkok and Palma de Mallorca.
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In this podcast, Sophia Mounib talks about recruiting and retaining talent in the hospitality and luxury sectors in Morocco. Sophia gives our listeners insight into running a hospitality / luxury sector talent business in Casablanca and the challenges she has faced, especially after the COVID pandemic.
In addition, Sophia talks about the hospitality and tourism industry in Morocco and how it differs from other North African destinations. Finally, Sophia shares her experiences with associations that she is actively involved in including AICR Morocco and Disciples Escoffier.
Sophia is the Managing Partner at Talent Advisor in Casablanca, Morocco. Talent Advisor is a platform that enables hoteliers and people in the luxury sector to unlock their talents, build a network and hire the absolute best in Morocco. She is also the Founder of Hospitality Connect, the first recruitment fair exclusively dedicated to service, hospitality, restaurant and fine jewelry professions in Morocco.
Beyond recruitment, Hospitality Connect stands out as a dynamic platform for exchange and sharing within a passionate community. The first edition took place in October 2023 in Casablanca, and the second edition is planned for September 2024.
Sophia started her hospitality career in 2012 after graduating from Glion Institute of Higher Education in Switzerland. Her first experience at the President Wilson Hotel, Geneva, for an F&B Management traineeship was soon followed by a role with Hyatt in human resources. But with a need to understand and master the operational side of the hotel industry, she took on guest-facing roles with Four Seasons, Sofitel and Ritz Carlton before realizing that her true passion for people was in human resources.
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Xavier Rambaud describes himself as a “serial entrepreneur” and in this podcast he speaks to us about his latest entrepreneurial adventure, Maison Epigenitic in Paris, France. Maison Epigenitic’s mission is to keep people in good health and it is a place dedicated to the adoption of an epigenetic lifestyle, a preventive and holistic method that encourages individuals to become actors in their own well-being and health. This approach aims to personalize health strategies based on each individual’s unique needs to optimize health and performance.
After graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management and Real Estate & Revenue Management, he went on to work in several luxury hotels before developing his first entrepreneurial ideas. In this podcast, Xavier explains how his hospitality background has helped him in his current role as CEO of Maison Epigenitic.
Xavier Rambaud is the co-founder and CEO of Maison Epigenetic, a company at the forefront of the healthcare and wellness industry. Since its opening in March 2021, Maison Epigenetic has been pioneering a unique concept centered around epigenetics, a science that demonstrates the significant impact of our environment and lifestyle on our health. This Paris-based enterprise is dedicated to offering ultra-personalized preventive health programs, leveraging data-driven results through the advanced science of epigenetics, acknowledged as a critical component of longevity science.
Xavier's journey in entrepreneurship and his passion for integrating science and wellness into practical applications began soon after his graduation from Glion in 2016. His educational background, coupled with his entrepreneurial spirit, equipped him with the necessary tools and insights to quickly immerse himself in the world of startups. Maison Epigenetic is his second startup venture, after Triptwin which was a "travel matching app".
Maison Epigenetic, co-founded by Xavier Rambaud along with Doctor Valerie Leduc and Henri-Nicolas Olivier, represents a new, integrative approach to health. It is both preventive and personalized, aiming to impact health, beauty, and well-being by merging the best of scientific and technological innovations. The company is described as a ‘blue zone' committed to the harmony of body and mind, underscoring its holistic approach to wellness.
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In this podcast we talk to Yahya Shakhshir about Hospitality education and training in Vancouver, Canada. Yahya is currently the President at Cornerstone International Community College of Canada, one of the top private Colleges located in Vancouver. He is a passionate, driven and dedicated hotelier with 18 years in the Hospitality and Education industry. He has international experience in 9 different countries, with expertise in the field of Rooms Division.
Yahya shares his experience in hospitality education and his insights into how hospitality education in Canada is different from other countries, and how private hospitality colleges differ from public institutions. With a pragmatic approach to hospitality training, Yahya explains why practical training is so important for young people entering the hospitality field today. He also touches upon micro-credentials, a way for working adults in the hospitality field to pursue life-long learning. Finally, Yahya talks about why immigration is so important, not only for Canada’s hospitality and tourism sectors, but for their technical and IT sectors as well.
Yahya is a member of the British Columbia Hotel Association BCHA, Customer Advisory Board member and Faculty member of AHLEI (American Hotel Lodging Educational Institute) and he has successfully taught 20+ Hospitality and Business courses to hundreds of students throughout his career. In addition, he has helped create and develop new programs and courses and ensured instructors are all well-trained and evaluated to maintain quality standards.
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In this podcast, Sara Abdel Masih describes her unique career path from climbing the career ladder in the luxury hospitality industry to teaching in hotel management schools and writing a book on mobbing and harassment in the workplace based on her personal experiences.
Sara has worn many hats and has studied not only hospitality management but criminology and forensic science. She is the Founder of Sensory Academy Management, a holistic approach to hospitality management through coaching, care and leadership. In this podcast Sara describes her in-depth knowledge of the hospitality industry and why she has followed different interests and paths throughout her career. She also shares her experience as an AICR jury member and why these competitions are important.
As someone who has worked extensively in the Italian hospitality field, Sara also gives us her perspectives on Italian hospitality, how it differs from other countries and why Italy continues to be a top destination for travelers around the world.
Born in Egypt and raised in Italy, Sara has forged an impressive career in the luxury hospitality industry, culminating in her role as a Hotel Manager at prestigious establishments like Cavalieri and The Square Milano. With a degree in Tourism Science, Management, Culture, and Territory from IULM University in Milan, Sara started her career as a switchboard operator at Four Seasons Hotel Milan and quickly ascended through the ranks.
Her deep insights into luxury and sensory experiences inspired her to found Italy's first Sensory Academy, blending operational skills with coaching, care, and leadership. Sara is also an author, having written a book detailing her significant experiences with workplace harassment. Additionally, she is a competitive beach volleyball player and a passionate advocate for leadership. Sara's mission is to build a network of professionals who can capture the essence of individuals and transform them into sensory talents capable of profoundly understanding their surroundings and their own inner awareness.
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In this podcast, Clémence Gillier and Neil Beecroft from the sustainability consultancy agency, The SHIFT, now called bloomUP, talk about how businesses can develop and improve their sustainability practices. Clémence and Neil describe what sparked their interest in this important field and how their careers have evolved into creating and running this sustainability agency. They also speak about pragmatic and real-life sustainable practices that any business can adopt and how to engage key stakeholders starting with upper management. Neil and Clémence also touch on the challenges and road blocks that can make tackling the subject of sustainability difficult. They encourage organizations and businesses to define their commitment to sustainability, to develop strategies and to engage stakeholders, all the phases that the agencyis poised to accomplish as consultants.
Clémence Gillier is a sustainability and business development expert with 10 years’ experience across diverse sectors and a strong academic background in business. In 2020, Clémence had a wakeup call recognizing the critical urgency of this decade for future generations. She devoted her expertise to growing The SHIFT, a sustainability consulting agency, from its early stage, and driving projects that advance progress on the Sustainable Development Goals. Clémence focuses on the development and implementation of strategic initiatives that empower businesses, organizations, and cities to adopt responsible practices while generating shared value. As a B Corp Leader, she also guides firms toward B Corp Certification and Swiss Triple Impact recognition. Among her achievements, Clémence co-authored the online course "Sport & Sustainability" for FC Barcelona's initiative “Barca Innovation Hub” in 2022 and served as the Deputy Head of Sustainability for the Tour de France stage in Lausanne this same year. Additionally, in 2023, she managed the Omega European Masters' sustainability strategy and operational implementation with her colleague Neil.
Neil Beecroft is an expert in sustainability and business innovation. He’s a Partner of The SHIFT Agency, now called bloomUp, working for international organisations and mega-events such as the Olympics. He was formerly responsible for sustainable development at UEFA EURO 2016 in France. In 2020, he was the Head of Sustainability for the Lausanne Winter Youth Olympics, and in 2022 the Sustainability Director for the Tour de France stage in Lausanne. As B Corp Leader, he encourages the way in which innovation and sustainability can positively influence the organisational model of sports and the industry. Neil is also Sustainability Director for the Omega European Masters and CoFounder of the Start Up PuraWorka and of the NGO Sport and Sustainability International (SandSI). He has achieved a certificate in disruptive innovation at IMD Business School and is blending this field with sustainability. - Visa fler
