

How Great Leaders Build Other Leaders in Hospitality (Career Reflections & Lessons from Former Starwood CEO Frits van Paasschen)
Feb 18, 2025
Frits van Paasschen, former CEO of Starwood Hotels & Resorts, reflects on his transformative career in hospitality. He discusses the delicate balance between anecdotal evidence and data in leadership, emphasizing the power of engagement. Personal stories from his childhood highlight how authentic hospitality shapes leadership styles. Frits advocates for mentorship and the corporate responsibility of nurturing future leaders through diverse experiences, merging innovation with emotional intelligence to drive growth and social equity.
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