Introducing Hospitality’s Leading Voices
We’re excited to launch Hospitality’s Leading Voices, a new monthly series offering exclusive interviews where Philippe Roy, Founder of Red Yucca and new member of the upcoming HSMAI Europe France Advisory Board, engages with senior executives from the hotel and travel industry. Each edition brings you up close with leaders who are shaping the future, sharing their stories, and providing valuable takeaways for the industry.
Our ambition is to make France into one of our key focus markets so we are kicking off the series with the first interview in France. This month, Philippe sits down with Olivier Cohn, Managing Director at Best Western France.
From Tech Expert to Hospitality Leader: Olivier Cohn’s Unexpected Rise at Best Western France
How does a tech-savvy specialist evolve into the Managing Director of one of France’s top hotel brands? In our first edition, Olivier Cohn opens up about his unconventional path, how he never anticipated leading Best Western France, and why embracing AI is essential to the future of hospitality. Get an inside look at the challenges of leadership, the power of technology, and Olivier’s vision for the industry.
Sneak Peak of our Conversation
- Unconventional Leadership: From tech projects to the boardroom—Olivier’s unexpected rise.
- AI’s Impact: Why Olivier believes AI is transforming hotel operations and guest experiences.
- Leadership Insights: The importance of empathy, being on the ground, and balancing vision with action.
- 2024 Challenges: Navigating political uncertainty, the Olympics, and regional disparities in performance.
Stay tuned!
Next month, we’ll sit down with Fernando Vives, Chief Commercial Officer of Minor Hotels. If you’d like to suggest a future guest for Hospitality’s Leading Voices, reach out to us at postbox@hsmai.eu
