Founding Partner & Commercial Hospitality Expert  

Michael is a seasoned Hospitality Expert with over 30 years of industry experience. Throughout his career, he has held diverse commercial and sales leadership roles both on-property and off-property with esteemed brands such as Holiday Inn Worldwide, InterContinental Hotels Group, and The Social Hub (formerly The Student Hotel) in Europe.

During his tenure from 2011 to 2018 with InterContinental Hotels Group, Michael spearheaded Sales Effectiveness for Europe, overseeing all commercial projects, sales events, and platforms across the managed and franchised hotel estate. He was instrumental in establishing IHG's Expo in London and Paris, pioneering the

innovative 'Sales for Hire' concept now embraced globally.

Michael's recent role as General Manager for two Marriott brands, Moxy and Residence Inn in Amsterdam, further underscores his extensive hotel operations experience.

A proven leader in energizing and inspiring commercial and operational teams, Michael is adept at fostering organizational cultures and driving optimal returns. His expertise spans successful team building events, hotel openings across Europe, and on-boarding trainings, all geared towards maximizing commercial performance through strategic leadership.