d2o

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33323, Florida United States

Hospitality / Leisure

How does a 7 year old Vietnamese boy, shaken by a lifetime of war, with a father in hiding from his former enemies, emerge to become one of the hospitality industry’s most successful entrepreneurs, known universally as a thought leader in hospitality management and technology? That is the start of my story. A story born in deprivation, but the crucible for passion and aspiration. Every story has diverse players with roles that can only be appreciated when looking backwards. For me, Norway provided a solid educational foundation as well as Western values including the desire to innovate and succeed. Whether it was the “heavenly” Strand Hotel or the chance viewing of a documentary a...