• Journey of Success and Resilience in Hospitality with Cesar Wurm

  • Sep 11 2024
  • Length: 1 hr and 3 mins
  • Podcast

Journey of Success and Resilience in Hospitality with Cesar Wurm

  • Summary

  • In this episode of the Hospitality Mentor Podcast, host Steve Turk sits down with Cesar Wurm, Vice President of Commercial, Premium Brands for IHG® Hotels & Resorts and an accomplished author. Cesar shares his unique journey from an overnight room service assistant in Sao Paulo to a key figure in the hospitality industry. Listeners will gain insights into Cesar's career progression, his struggles with addiction, and how he overcame them. The discussion also touches on the industry's challenges, resilience, and the importance of being true to oneself. Cesar’s story is both inspiring and educational, providing valuable lessons for both seasoned professionals and newcomers in hospitality.

    00:00 Introduction to the Hospitality Mentor Podcast

    00:35 Meet Cesar Wurm: Vice President of Commercial for IHG

    01:14 Cesar's First Job in Hospitality

    05:20 The Journey from Room Service to Sales

    05:31 Transitioning to International Experience

    09:52 Returning to Sheraton as Director of Sales

    12:31 Joining Starwood Hotels

    16:08 The Move to Trust Hospitality

    19:11 Joining Intercontinental Hotels

    26:51 Teaching and Giving Back to the Community

    29:43 Aligning Personal and Professional Causes

    30:18 Returning to IHG: A Career Move

    33:10 Navigating New Roles and Responsibilities

    35:03 Driving Business in the Hospitality Industry

    38:00 Challenges and Opportunities in Hospitality

    42:04 The Power of Addiction: A Personal Journey

    54:37 Advice for the Next Generation

    01:01:13 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

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