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0Stephane de Montgros first came to China as an engineering graduate, and today is the Director of an events and hospitality company. In our conversation, we trace this circuitous career path, and make observations about the current state of the hospitality and tourism industry in China and beyond. If you’re curious to know about how hotels in China are coping with societal, environmental, and technological changes, then this conversation should be a great starting point.
Apart from these industry observations, Stephane also shares his practical attitude towards entrepreneurialism in China, and his positivity and enthusiasm is truly infectious.
Stephane de Montgros’ object: An electronic time zone converter from his childhood.
Stephane de Montgros’ favourite WeChat sticker: Himself dancing with a friend outside a restaurant.(Add @oscar10877 on WeChat to join the Group and see the original sticker)
Stephane de Montgros: The “Flight Shaming” trend coming out of Sweden, and some graphics showing the scale and growth of China’s airline industry.
Stephane de Montgros: Some photos from his days as a pool party organiser and club promoter.
Stephane de Montgros’ favourite word or phrase in Chinese: 没问题 (Méi wèntí - No problem).
Stephane de Montgros’ favourite place to hang out: “Shake” in Shanghai.
The music score for 对面的女孩看过来 (Duìmiàn de nǚhái kàn guòlái - Hey, girl opposite, look over here), Stephane de Montgros’ favourite song to sing at Karaoke.
Stephane de Montgros’ favourite China-related information source: The South China Morning Post
Stephane de Montgros’ selfie with Oscar.
