Hospitality Net Podcast Series
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Hospitality Net Podcast Series
WEB3 in Travel #5 - Vincent Somsen, Growth Advisors International Network - GAIN
In this episode, host Simone Puorto sits down with Vincent Somsen, a seasoned Hospitality and Travel Tech Advisor at GAIN, with a particular focus on Web3 technologies.
Born into a family of hoteliers, Vincent brings a wealth of personal experience and insight into the everyday challenges faced by owners and managers in the hospitality sector. His extensive career has seen him work with numerous esteemed hospitality organizations both in the Netherlands and the United States, including prestigious brands like Waldorf Astoria and W Hotels. Vincent is a staunch advocate for Web3 technologies, viewing them as a pivotal solution to a range of industry issues such as increasing intermediary influence, low customer loyalty, the commoditization of services, diminishing customer trust, and the risk of brand hijacking.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the transformative potential of Web3 in travel and hospitality, directly from a seasoned professional with deep roots in the industry. Don’t miss out on the invaluable insights and personal experiences that Vincent has to share!
Vincent Somsen, Hospitality and Travel Tech Advisor, GAIN
https://gainadvisors.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincent-somsen/
About Hospitality Net
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