"Born into a hospitality family, the younger Fuerstman could have presumably taken the cushy road to the hotel boardroom the way most heirs to family businesses do. Instead, Michael Fuerstman elected to do his own thing, co-founding a mobile social media platform called SocialMonkey, and then working at a start-up that sold hotel-style safes to college students. Both companies failed to scale. Yet, those experiences taught Fuerstman the tight ropes and hard knocks of entrepreneurship, how to find brand market fit, and, most importantly, how to lead a company instead of inheriting one. Out of those lessons Pendry Hotels & Resorts was born." Read more from Peter Lane Taylor's Forbes piece here: https://lnkd.in/gcZKqbWg #PendryHotels
In this world of “ nepo” there is so much inspiration when you fail on the big stage. None of us “ non nepos” know how that feels. We could be private until we Suceed
Rajonae J.
1d
Loved working for you ! *Spa Pendry!!!* So inspirational, dedicated and Knowledgeable! If the opportunity every arises again, I'll be sure to engage! Proud of all your accomplishments! Thank you for all your kindness towards your opening team; when it alllll started. Family!
Bill Gamble
2w
Becoming a family of legends and taking hospitality to new levels of excellence. Plus, just really fine people. Cheers.
Fantastic article Michael. Kudos to you and all you stand for.
Congrats as these learning experiences will make a more effective and empathetic leader...my respect.
David Hall
2w
It's impressive to read about Michael Fuerstman's journey and his dedication to learning and leading, rather than taking an easier route. Thank you for sharing this insightful story, Pendry Hotels & Resorts.
Hope you have excuse the expression, Piano in your hotels
Arthur Brown
3w
Totally awesome. If you're interested in doing a European deal, let me know.
Congratulations
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1wFuerstman Leaders in the Hospitality Industry 🌎 Thank you Michael for taking your TEAM’S and helping to create a new generation of hospitality professionals. Other industry professionals are using your Fuerstman rule book and their future businesses will continue to grow. Congratulations on setting the new standard and changing it along the way. 👏