Shane Forster

With over 15 years of experience leading operations and teams across the luxury hospitality sector, Shane Forster brings a wealth of knowledge in strategic planning, brand development, project management, and operational excellence.

Prior to founding his consulting practice, Shane held progressive management roles at top hotels and resorts in North America, Asia, and the Maldives. As General Manager and Resort Manager, he drove innovation, oversaw multi-million dollar renovations, and achieved industry-leading guest satisfaction scores.

Shane also spent two years as House Manager for a prominent UHNW family, where he oversaw the management of three estates valued at over $50 million. He has an extensive background in overseeing all aspects of complex operations from staffing to facilities management.

Committed to continuous learning, Shane holds an MSc in Project Management from the University of Reading and a Masters in Hospitality from Cornell University. Research-backed strategies and data-driven insights are used in tandem with the knowledge gained through hands-on experience to solve challenges for clients. Shane works closely with owners, investors and executive teams to envision strategies, streamline processes, and elevate guest and customer experiences.

When not consulting, Shane enjoys traveling the world, aviation, motorsports, photography, and staying active outdoors. He is passionate about developing future hospitality leaders and giving back to the industry that has shaped his career.

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