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. . . an enlightening read, intelligently written, and comprehensive in its reflection, culminating in an impressive, long-overdue publication of this nature and magnitude. --Dr. Dimitrios Diamantis, Dean of Graduate Studies, Les Roches, Global Hospitality Education, Switzerland Mr. Kanani's interviews take us behind the scenes of a complex industry--revealing the needs, behaviors and demands of both guests and colleagues through the career experiences of five-star general managers who know them best. --Philip M. Barnes, Regional Vice President and Managing Director, The Savoy Hotel, London A Wealth of Insight should be required reading for students enrolled in hospitality management degree programs. A pleasure to read and savor, A Wealth of Insight is a reminder of why we love this industry. --Tony Simons, Professor of Management & Organizations School of Hotel Administration, Johnson College of Business, Cornell University A Wealth of Insight should be read by all students of hospitality seeking to understand, from a leadership and luxury lens, exactly what it takes to deliver exceptional service in this industry. --Stowe Shoemaker, PhD, Dean, William F. Harrah College of Hospitality, Michael D. Rose Distinguished Chair, Lincy Professor, University of Nevada, Las Vegas Kanani's insightful profiles prove that the only way a five-star hotelier can ensure a quality experience for both guests and colleagues is by setting the tone at the top and leading by example. --Katherine Melchior Ray, Former Vice President of Luxury Brands, Hyatt, Former Vice President of Marketing, Louis Vuitton Japan A Wealth of Insight has much to offer students of hospitality as well as those who simply love to travel. This book will certainly be in our College's library and our reception area. --Dr. Dennis Reynolds, Dean, Barron Hilton Distinguished Chair, Conrad N. Hilton College of Hotel and Restaurant Management, University of Houston I truly enjoyed reading A Wealth of Insight. It is a very inspiring book with many life and leadership lessons for both hospitality students and managers. I highly recommend it to future leaders of this industry. --Prof. Fevzi Okumus, Editor-in-Chief, the International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management, CFHLA Preeminent Professor, Rosen College of Hospitality Management, The University of Central Florida As the luxury tourism industry gains considerable momentum in emerging markets, A Wealth of Insight serves as a truly unique reference and guide from five-star hoteliers worldwide on how best to deliver on the promise of an extraordinary guest experience. --Lanre Akinola, Editor, African Business, Former Director with the Bloomberg Media Initiative Africa, Former Editor, This is Africa, Financial Times

. . . an enlightening read, intelligently written, and comprehensive in its reflection, culminating in an impressive, long-overdue publication of this nature and magnitude. --Dr. Dimitrios Diamantis, Dean of Graduate Studies, Les Roches, Global Hospitality Education, Switzerland Mr. Kanani's interviews take us behind the scenes of a complex industry--revealing the needs, behaviors and demands of both guests and colleagues through the career experiences of five-star general managers who know them best. --Philip M. Barnes, Regional Vice President and Managing Director, The Savoy Hotel, London A Wealth of Insight should be required reading for students enrolled in hospitality management degree programs. A pleasure to read and savor, A Wealth of Insight is a reminder of why we love this industry. --Tony Simons, Professor of Management & Organizations School of Hotel Administration, Johnson College of Business, Cornell University A Wealth of Insight should be read by all students of hospitality seeking to understand, from a leadership and luxury lens, exactly what it takes to deliver exceptional service in this industry. --Stowe Shoemaker, PhD, Dean, William F. Harrah College of Hospitality, Michael D. Rose Distinguished Chair, Lincy Professor, University of Nevada, Las Vegas Kanani's insightful profiles prove that the only way a five-star hotelier can ensure a quality experience for both guests and colleagues is by setting the tone at the top and leading by example. --Katherine Melchior Ray, Former Vice President of Luxury Brands, Hyatt, Former Vice President of Marketing, Louis Vuitton Japan A Wealth of Insight has much to offer students of hospitality as well as those who simply love to travel. This book will certainly be in our College's library and our reception area. --Dr. Dennis Reynolds, Dean, Barron Hilton Distinguished Chair, Conrad N. Hilton College of Hotel and Restaurant Management, University of Houston I truly enjoyed reading A Wealth of Insight. It is a very inspiring book with many life and leadership lessons for both hospitality students and managers. I highly recommend it to future leaders of this industry. --Prof. Fevzi Okumus, Editor-in-Chief, the International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management, CFHLA Preeminent Professor, Rosen College of Hospitality Management, The University of Central Florida As the luxury tourism industry gains considerable momentum in emerging markets, A Wealth of Insight serves as a truly unique reference and guide from five-star hoteliers worldwide on how best to deliver on the promise of an extraordinary guest experience. --Lanre Akinola, Editor, African Business, Former Director with the Bloomberg Media Initiative Africa, Former Editor, This is Africa, Financial Times

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Rahim B. Kanani is a leadership, luxury, travel and dining contributor to a number of global publications, and has interviewed more than 600 of the world's foremost executives and innovators on leadership, management and creativity. His first book, A Wealth of Insight: The World's Best Luxury Hoteliers on Leadership, Management, and the Future of 5-Star Hospitality (2018), was critically-acclaimed by leading hospitality schools and industry executives as required reading for current and aspiring luxury hotel managers. His second book, A Wealth of Insight: The World's Best Chefs on Creativity, Leadership and Perfection (Spring 2019), profiles nearly 45 culinary icons who have collectively amassed nearly 100 Michelin stars, and who regularly appear atop the World's 50 Best Restaurants, La Liste, James Beard and other international rankings and awards. Contact: www.rahimkanani.com.

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