Luxury Leaders Brandon Stone

 Welcome to Luxury Leaders, where we tap into the top minds of the luxury segment in the hospitality industry. I'm your host, Brandon Stone. Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with Pradeep Ramen, the Managing Director of the soon-to-open Surrey Hotel in New York City with Corinthia Hotels.Pradeep shares his extensive journey through the luxury hospitality industry, highlighting his experiences with prestigious brands such as Ritz-Carlton, Peninsula, Montage, and Baccarat Hotels. He emphasizes the importance of people and culture in hospitality, which drew him to Corinthia Hotels. Pradeep discusses the excitement and challenges of opening a new hotel, likening it to a high-speed race where meticulous planning and teamwork are crucial.He elaborates on the unique vision for the Surrey Hotel, aiming to create an ultra-luxury experience with personalized service and deep community engagement. Pradeep also shares his philosophy on leadership, stressing the significance of hiring individuals with the right attitude, humility, and competence.Throughout the interview, Pradeep reflects on his upbringing in India, where he learned the value of hospitality and treating guests like family. He also discusses the influence of his mentors and his commitment to continuous learning and growth.Pradeep's dedication to exceptional customer service is evident through anecdotes, including going above and beyond for guests' needs, such as preparing special meals for a guest's dog. His leadership style focuses on fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment, where every team member feels valued and motivated.In closing, Pradeep advises aspiring hoteliers to be patient, humble, and always willing to learn. He underscores the importance of mentorship and giving back to others in the industry.Join us in welcoming Pradeep Ramen as he leads the Surrey Hotel towards becoming a beacon of luxury in New York City and beyond.Pradeep's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pradeep-raman-9460281/Your Host Brandon Stone https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandoncstone 

 In this episode of "Luxury Leaders," host Brandon Stone sits down with Simon Casson, the newly appointed CEO of Corinthia Hotels. Casson shares insights into his whirlwind start at Corinthia, having just transitioned back to London after 20 years abroad. He discusses his pivotal decision to leave Four Seasons for Corinthia, emphasizing personal and family reasons alongside a compelling opportunity to lead a company during an essential phase in its evolution. Casson highlights his deep appreciation for the culture and ethos at Four Seasons and his excitement to influence Corinthia's luxury brand expansion. He reveals his approach to leadership, emphasizing authenticity, service, and the importance of understanding one’s self and fostering a supportive environment. The interview touches on his vision for Corinthia, including elevating service and guest experiences, and expanding the brand through strategic new openings. Casson passionately discusses the influence of people, storytelling, and music on his professional life, conveying his commitment to nurturing talent and enhancing corporate culture in the luxury hospitality industry.Simon's Linkedin Page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-casson-44b5b814/Your Host Brandon Stone https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandoncstone 

 Genio discusses his background and the experiences that shaped him into the leader that he is today, and how he leads his team with Kindness. He talks about what culture means for him and how that drives the decisions in the organization.  Guest and Employee experience are both discussed.  He shares why Diversity and inclusion is the right thing to do instead of a quota.  He also gives some insights into the future of the Dorchester Collection and the Hospitality industry. 

 In this Episode, Michele discusses his early career, mentorship, listening to guests' needs and wants, building a team, balancing work and life, and more.  With your host: Brandon Stone   www.linkedin.com/in/brandoncstone  http://www.LuxuryLeadersPodcast.com 

In this Episode, Tom discusses his career progression, how to lead a team, how to set goals, turning challenges into success stories and more.