Today's guest is Peter Cole, a lifelong hospitality veteran, who has parlayed his eclectic sense of curiosity into an incredible organization called Eclectic Companies (serving as their Founder).  Most recently, he was the CEO of Design Hotels,  a highly curated portfolio of independent, design driven hotels that function as social hubs and spaces for purposeful experiences.  Prior to that he served as the Managing Director for the Marriott/Starwood integration.  Additionally, he gained a deep understanding of the luxury industry and international operations during his time as the CFO of The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company. 

We discuss:

-Why Culture, Beliefs, and Philosophy may influence consumer decision before Location, Location, Location

-How he and his wife Eva (also a hospitality veteran) came up with the concept, mission, and vision of Eclectic Companies

-Building communities and creating a sense of belonging for his client's customers

-The future need to identify products and service with something consumers believe in

-Helping creative visionary people by bringing hospitality into other businesses

-Why great people fuel great projects

Peter is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin and holds an MBA from the University of Maryland. He is an avid swimmer and cyclist, and loves to travel and explore new places. He enjoys a strong espresso, a good glass of wine or a neat pour of bourbon while listening to an eclectic collection of music.  More information can be found at:  https://www.eclecticcompanies.com/. 

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