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Apr 2024
1h 6m

How to Lead a Hospitality Operating Team...

Jake Wurzak
About this episode
John Grossman is the CEO of Marc & Rose Hospitality, a collection of iconic resorts and hidden gems born of the America West with a passion for hard work, hospitality, and high-flying adventure. This is a replay of the well-received episode #2 of Masters of Moments where Marc & Rose was known as Classic Hotels & Resorts. In this episode, we discuss: - Sour ... Show More
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