Belmond CEO Dan Ruff: LVMH told us to slow down and it worked
About this episode
Dan Ruff discusses his journey and the impact of LVMH's acquisition on Belmond's focus on desirability.
Belmond CEO Dan Ruff shares his journey from globetrotting foodie to leading one of the world’s most esteemed luxury travel brands. He explains why LVMH’s acquisition pushed Belmond to focus on desirability over growth. Plus: how childhood travel experiences at Disney’s Epcot and eating pasta in Venice shaped his career. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
People in this episode
Guest: Dan Ruff
Topics covered
- luxury travel
- business strategy
- personal journey
- acquisition impact
- childhood experiences
Keywords
- Belmond
- LVMH
- luxury travel
- Dan Ruff
- business strategy
- childhood travel
- Epcot
- Venice
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Belmond, LVMH
Places: Disney’s Epcot, Venice
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