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    James McBride (hotelier)

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    James McBride
    James McBride hotelier.png
    Born (1964-05-04) May 4, 1964 (age 59)
    South Africa
    Alma mater
    OccupationGlobal hotelier, CEO and Partner, NIHI
    Known forManaging Director of the Carlyle Hotel in NYC
    Websitenihi.com/jamesmcbride

    James McBride is a distinguished global hotelier with a career spanning over thirty-five years in the hospitality industry. Throughout his career, McBride has been recognized for his innovative approach to hotel management, creativity, and the development of exceptional hotel experiences.[1] His contributions to the field have earned him notable accolades, including being named “One to Watch” by Bloomberg Businessweek’s Bloomberg 50 and receiving the Independent Hotelier of the World award by Hotels magazine.[2][3]

    McBride's journey in the hospitality industry began with a foundational 14-year tenure at The Ritz Carlton Hotel Company. He started as a management trainee in Boston and ascended to the role of General Manager, serving in various locations around the world. In 2002, McBride's expertise led him to be appointed as the General Manager of The Grosvenor House on London’s Park Lane, one of the most prestigious properties globally. The following year, he further solidified his reputation by joining Rosewood Hotels as the Managing Director of The Carlyle in New York, in addition to overseeing all Rosewood Caribbean Resorts as Regional Director.[4]

    After achieving significant success with Rosewood Hotels, McBride took on the role of President at YTL Hotels, headquartered in Singapore, from 2009 to 2012. Under his leadership, the company experienced substantial growth, further demonstrating his ability to enhance hotel operations and guest experiences.[5]

    In 2012, McBride embarked on a new chapter in his career, venturing into hotel entrepreneurship. He partnered with Christopher Burch, a renowned brand builder and long-time friend, to acquire Nihiwatu, a sought-after surf destination in Indonesia. Under their stewardship, Nihiwatu was transformed into NIHI Sumba, an iconic brand that has garnered international acclaim. Under McBride's guidance, NIHI Sumba has been awarded the Best Hotel in the World by Travel & Leisure for two consecutive years. Furthermore, he is actively involved in the expansion of the NIHI brand, with plans to open new properties in Guanacaste, Costa Rica, and Rote Island, Indonesia, aligning with NIHI’s vision of the Edge Of Wildness™.[6][7]

    James McBride's educational background includes studies in Hospitality and Tourism at the University of Johannesburg and completion of the Harvard Business School PMD program. A native of South Africa, McBride now resides between Bali and Lisbon, continuing to influence the hospitality industry through his visionary leadership and commitment to excellence.[8][9]

    References[edit]

    1. ↑ "2016 Hotelier of the World awards honor McBride, Tisch – HOTELSMag.com". hotelsmag.com. Retrieved 4 November 2022.
    2. ↑ "James McBride - NIHI Sumba | The World's Best Hotel by T+L for Two Consecutive Years". nihi.com. Retrieved 3 August 2022.
    3. ↑ "A day in New York with five-star hotelier James McBride". Financial Times. 25 January 2022. Retrieved 3 August 2022.
    4. ↑ Gollan, Doug (20 March 2016). "How A Surfers' Retreat On A Remote Indonesian Island Has Become An "It" Resort". DG Amazing Experiences. Retrieved 3 August 2022.
    5. ↑ "James McBride On How Nihi Sumba Encompasses Community & Environment". magazine.compareretreats.com. Retrieved 3 August 2022.
    6. ↑ Barker, Christian. "Fashion Mogul's 'Irrational' Investment Turning Surf Paradise Into Luxury Resort Chain". Forbes. Retrieved 3 August 2022.
    7. ↑ "HOTELS Magazine Names Nihiwatu Managing Partner James McBride Independent Hotelier of the World for 2016". www.prnewswire.com. Retrieved 3 August 2022.
    8. ↑ Glusac, Elaine (14 February 2015). "New Hotels in Asia for Surf and Sand". The New York Times. Retrieved 3 August 2022.
    9. ↑ "2016 Hotelier of the World awards honor McBride, Tisch – HOTELSMag.com". hotelsmag. Retrieved 3 August 2022.

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