Why I Stayed: How Growth, Culture, and Opportunity Kept Me in Hospitality – Steven Marais, Noble House Hotels & Resorts

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March 31, 2025

In this episode, Steven Marais, Vice President of Rooms at Noble House Hotels & Resorts, shares his journey from bellman to VP, the importance of culture and opportunity in career growth, and insights into leading through change in the hospitality industry.

(00:00) Introduction
(00:32) Steven’s career journey from Bellman to VP
(01:47) How Steven got started in hospitality
(02:33) Career opportunities in the hospitality industry
(03:09) Steven’s current role as VP of Rooms
(04:04) The intersection of technology and hospitality
(04:28) The power of longevity in building a career
(05:09) Transition from Kimpton to Noble House
(06:40) Importance of culture and team strength

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