Building Bridges: Hospitality Leadership Across Cultures (Anna Marie Presutti and David Arraya)

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Anna Marie Presutti, Vice President and General Manager of Hotel Nikko San Francisco, and David Arraya, a seasoned general manager with a background in managing hotels across continents, discuss the intricacies of navigating, managing, and leading within diverse cultural environments in the hospitality industry.

Listen now to learn:

Effective strategies for navigating cultural diversity in hospitality
The importance of humility and adaptability in leadership
Practical tips for integrating into new cultural settings

Music by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

David Arraya

Hospitality Executive / Coach / Mentor / Author / Keynote Speaker

Welcome to my world of transformative experiences, conscious leadership insights, and the art of conscious hospitality.

I’m David, a seasoned hospitality executive, a passionate coach, keynote speaker, mentor, and author dedicated to sharing the invaluable lessons I’ve gathered over two decades of globetrotting and leading teams.

My journey has been a remarkable odyssey, guiding me through some of the world’s most iconic cities and colorful destinations, including New York City, Miami (twice), Hong Kong, Hawaii, Aspen, Riviera Maya, and the enchanting shores of Ibiza. Throughout this adventure, I’ve had the privilege of working with esteemed hospitality giants such as Taj Hotels, Fontainebleau, Swire Hotels, Four Seasons, Auberge Resorts, Six Senses, and Nômade People.

My mission is to inspire human beings to command their focus and attention in order to become more conscious, impactful leaders for their societies and communities. I work to help people dream bigger and to recognize that their potential is unlimited.

My passion and expertise lie in creating authentic, transformative experiences with the objective of deep bonding and community building.

With a diverse background and multilingual communication skills, I effortlessly adapt to different cultures, fostering deep connections wherever I go. My track record includes opening and revitalizing 5-star properties and luxury lifestyle brands, managing owner relationships, and implementing sound financial strategies.

Specializing in:
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