SMACK Hospitality · 2025-09-09 · 39 min
Two industry titans in one iconic room?! SMACK Season 7 is officially starting, and we couldn’t think of a better way to kick it off. Christopher Hartley, CEO of Global Hotel Alliance, and Simon Naudi, Group CEO of Corinthia Hotels, joined Fritz at the stunning Corinthia Grand Hotel Astoria Brussels during the GHA’s annual CEO meeting. The result? A masterclass in loyalty, luxury, and GRAND Boutique. In this Season 7 opener: • Why GHA’s #loyalty model is winning over independent brands • How #Corinthia blends grand hotels with boutique soul • What tomorrow’s #luxurytraveler actually wants, and expects • Why local authenticity still rules in a global game This bomb of an opening episode is live now on all platforms! Hit play, take notes, and welcome to a brand new season of SMACK. Enjoy the show!
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