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The podcast focuses on themes such as career development, partnership management, financial technology advancements, and personal growth. Specific episode examples include insights on building successful business partnerships with Laura, navigating industry change with Lianne, and exploring cloud technology in hospitality with Sammi Wu.
Welcome to the TRG International Podcast, your go-to spot for unfiltered conversations at the intersection of business, tech, and personal growth.
The show brings you candid chats with industry leaders, innovators, mentors, and mischief-makers who aren’t just climbing the corporate ladder—they’re building better ways to live and work.
Whether you’re a CFO navigating financial transformation, a startup founder chasing clarity, or just someone trying to strike that mythical “work-life balance,” you’ll find something here worth tuning in for.
Expect stories that spark ideas, advice that works, and the occasional banter about motorcycles, music, and making time for what matters.
Hit play, subscribe, and let’s grow together—one episode at a time.
With over three decades in hospitality, John Gardner, Founding Partner & CEO of Optimum Hospitality, shares his journey from running restaurants in New Zealand to managing luxury hotels across Asia. He dives into the evolving landscape of Vietnam’s hotel industry, the rise of independent operators, and the role of AI in shaping the future of hospitality.
🔹 How did John transition from managing global hotel brands to launching his own hospitality consulting firm?
🔹 What trends are driving Vietnam’s tourism and hotel sector?
🔹 How can independent hotel owners compete with global chains?
🔹 What challenges did John face moving from luxury hotel management to entrepreneurship?
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