#250: Lessons in Luxury Hospitality & Leadership | with Mark Harmon of Auberge Resorts

Steve Carran & David Millili sit down with Mark Harmon, Founder of Auberge Resorts Collection, on this episode of The Modern Hotelier.

From studying law at Princeton and UC Law to becoming one of the most influential leaders in luxury hospitality, Mark shares how he transitioned from Silicon Valley attorney to visionary hotel developer behind some of the most iconic boutique resorts in the world.

Mark also shares his philosophy on leadership, empathy, innovation, and why hospitality is ultimately about creating meaningful experiences — not just rooms.

In this episode, we explore:

• How Auberge Resorts redefined luxury hospitality
• Why 50-room hotels can be wildly profitable
• The power of design, real estate, and residential-style experiences
• Workforce housing challenges in resort markets
• Advice for the next generation of hospitality leaders

Watch the FULL EPISODE on YouTube: https://youtu.be/luY77HXb6f0

Links:
Mark on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-harmon-2184851/
Auberge Resorts: https://auberge.com/

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