In this episode centered around hospitality and learning & development (L&D), the host meets Thomas near London Bridge to explore how technology can be leveraged to build a unique organizational culture. The discussion delves into Thomas's intriguing journey from rural America to a significant role at Dishoom in London, emphasizing how his experiences in acting and hospitality intersect. Thomas highlights the importance of servant leadership and continuous self-improvement in creating a strong culture. They discuss Dishoom's growth, its community-centric ethos, and the role of L&D as the 'plumbing' that maintains and elevates this culture. The conversation also touches on the future role of AI in enhancing training and hospitality, as well as the impact of embedding social good into the business model.

Links:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-stroppel-3a748a69/

https://www.dishoom.com/

A big thank you to our epsiode sponsor Sideways. Head to their website hospitality.sideways.ai or email them directly at [email protected]

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