Industry

“Two fantastic weeks combining theory, best practices in the industry, learning about new trends, and hearing fellow hoteliers' concerns and expectations while networking.  A very complete programme at the world's leading hospitality school.”

Pablo Carrington - GMP Jan. '08
Managing Director
                       MHM - Hotel Management, Spain
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“The combination of many global hoteliers and the renowned Cornell GMP provided for an awesome learning experience that has accelerated my personal and professional growth.”

Richard Quinn - GMP Jan. '08
Manager
Cambridge Beaches Resort and Spa, Bermuda
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“The program is well designed and provided me a unique and fantastic experience in learning the most advanced knowledge in the hospitality industry.  GMP also provided me the opportunity to communicate face to face with Cornell professors who are not only learned and skillful in teaching, but also have a profound understanding of business practice all over the world."

                        Yang Wen Hua (Randy) - GMP Jan '08
                        Financial Controller
                        Sheraton Guiyang Hotel, People's Republic of China

“The Combination of the venue, study materials, topics, professors, administration, and overall accommodations created a rich class for General Managers looking for up-to-date proven management theory and tools.  A great experience!”

David Zaltzman - GMP Jan. '08
Hotel General Manager
                         Skyline Boutique Hotels Inc., Canada

“If you are looking for innovation and inspiration, then GMP at Cornell is a must!”

Norbert Lieder - GMP Jan. '08
Group General Manager
Inverlochy Castle Limited, United Kingdom

“It is my sincere belief that anyone who is, or aspires to be, the General Manager of a large branded property or a small independent one, should invest, for themselves and their companies, in undertaking the General Managers Program.  I am grateful to have had the opportunity to share in this experience and I shall always look back on these two weeks at Cornell as a highlight of my professional and personal life.”

                       Nicole Lewis - GMP Jan. '08
                       Director of Sales/Marketing
                       SoHo Metropolitan Hotel & Residence, Canada

“My experience at Cornell has taught me a great deal.  I could never have visited 22 countries and experienced their cultures in such a short period.  I now realise that Africa has not been left behind.”

Samantha Croft - GMP Jan. '08
General Manager
Southern Sun, South Africa

“For me personally there are three main 'take-aways.'  First is an opportunity to learn from the best hospitality faculty members in the world.  Second is the networking with colleagues from industry.  And third, an opportunity to spend some quality time in Ithaca!”

Ilkin Ilyaszade - GMP Jan. '08
Group Director of Human Resources
                        Banyan Tree Holdings, Singapore

“The Cornell GMP is a first class executive educational experience which I highly recommend to others in the industry.”

Jason Fraser - GMP Jan. '08
General Manager
Medicine Hat Lodge Resort, Casino & Spa, Canada

“GMP gave me a unique learning opportunity which will be beneficial both to my resort and my professional career.  The interaction of our group of 33 GM's from 22 countries was fantastic.  A truly memorable experience.”

Andy Lee - GMP Jan. '08
General Manager
Fox Harb'r, Canada

“It has been a great opportunity as the GMP has created a fantastic combination between the real practicing work experience and the theory, as well as opening up new ways of thinking.  Also, it has given me the chance to meet and communicate with other hospitality industry leaders.”

Samir Moughrabieh - GMP Jan. '08
General Manager
                        The Oasis Hotel, Egypt

“GMP has been a great experience.  The program provides a global knowledge of the hotel industry, and also brings together professionals from all over the world with different perspectives.”

Katherine Carter - GMP Jan. '08
Operations Manager
Hotel Presidente, Costa Rica

“The program is motivating, challenging and encouraging on the prospect of business and personal growth.”

Steve Del Rosario - GMP Jan. '08
Financial Controller
Mondrian Hotel, United States of America

“It is a privilege to be part of a group of individuals from all over the world who share the same passion and desire for the hospitality industry.  Add 85 years of knowledge and research provided by the world's leading hotel management school.  I consider this the best investment for my future career.”

Louis Galdeira III - GMP Jan. '08
                        General Manager
                        Hospitality Group LLC, United States of America

“I am proud to have been at Cornell these two weeks.  It has been a unique experience to share a vision for the hotel industry with a group of hoteliers from around the world.  I am sure it will help me advance my career.”

Alberto Muñoz - GMP Jan. '08
Executive Assistant Manager
Hotel Puente Romano, Spain

“Motivating weeks giving a global perspective.  Surely it will be a true asset for my professional career.”

Daniele Siri - GMP Jan. '08
General Manager
Monte-Carlo Beach Hotel & Club, Société des Bains de Mer, Monaco                

Pablo Carrington - GMP Jan. '08
Managing Director
MHM - Hotel Management
Spain

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Richard Quinn - GMP Jan. '08
Manager
Cambridge Beaches Resort and Spa
Bermuda

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Monica Montiel Alvarez - GMP Jan. '08
General Manager
Best Western Hotel el Paseo
Venezuela

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Min Xia (Kent) - GMP Jan. '08
Executive Assistant Manager
Jin Jiang Hotel Shanghai
People's Republic of China

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Harriët Koopman - GMP June '07
General Manager
Radisson SAS Hotel Amsterdam Airport
The Netherlands

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Tim Lee - GMP June '07
Resort Manager
The Kahala Hotel & Resort
United States of America

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Elizabeth Mao - GMP June '07
General Manager
60 Thompson
United States of America

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Nils-Arne Schroeder -GMP June '07
General Manager
Hilton Namhae Golf & Spa Resort
South Korea

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Chris Sariego - GMP June '07
Resort Manager
The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman
The Grand Cayman Islands

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