{"id":14749,"date":"2026-01-23T06:01:09","date_gmt":"2026-01-23T05:01:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ferrieres-paris.com\/?post_type=insights&p=14749"},"modified":"2026-01-23T06:06:54","modified_gmt":"2026-01-23T05:06:54","slug":"hospitality-connect-sharing-hospitality-excellence-at-the-peninsula-paris","status":"publish","type":"insights","link":"https:\/\/ferrieres-paris.devsecureweb.com\/en\/insights\/hospitality-connect-sharing-hospitality-excellence-at-the-peninsula-paris\/","title":{"rendered":"Hospitality\u00a0Connect: Sharing\u00a0Hospitality\u00a0Excellence at the Peninsula Paris\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"
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On 14 January 2026, \u00c9cole Ferri\u00e8res once again brought together the leading figures of luxury hospitality for a new edition of Hospitality Connect<\/strong>, held in the prestigious setting of the Peninsula Paris<\/strong>. An iconic venue, perfectly reflecting the inspiring exchanges that took place, where elegance, expertise, and excellence naturally came together. <\/p>

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Hosted by Louis-F\u00e9lix Communeau<\/strong> and Willem van Rossem<\/strong>, this event gathered high-level professionals eager to share their vision of luxury, leadership, and the future of the hospitality industry. The speakers included Vincent Pimont<\/strong>, Dagmar Woodward<\/strong>, and Ga\u00eblle Guyot<\/strong> \u2013 three career paths, three perspectives, yet one shared conviction: hospitality is, above all, a human adventure. <\/p>

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Vincent Pimont opened the discussion by highlighting what he considers the true beauty of the sector: travel, encounters, and the discovery of cultures and people. \u201cIf you love people, you will thrive,\u201d he emphasised. He underlined a key definition of contemporary luxury: a luxury of human connections, bespoke experiences, and subtle details that are deeply felt. True luxury lies not in the walls or furnishings, but in the \u201csoftware\u201d \u2013 the emotion, relationships, and attention given to each guest. He also stressed the pivotal role of the General Manager, who is both a human conductor and a guarantor of financial performance, noting that career paths leading to this position are now diverse \u2013 from marketing, HR, or finance, not just traditional operations. <\/p>

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Dagmar Woodward continued the reflection on leadership and management. For her, everything begins with the ability to lead and inspire teams. Her message to the students was clear and empowering: dare, don\u2019t be afraid, and take the leap. In a world where technology and artificial intelligence are increasingly present, she reminded everyone that authentic luxury can never be automated. Human connection, listening, and empathy remain irreplaceable. <\/p>

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Ga\u00eblle Guyot<\/strong> highlighted the collective dimension of the profession. The magic of hospitality, she explained, lies in the sense of belonging and the constant support of the team. Luxury is about offering unique experiences that cannot be had anywhere else. It is also a mindset: never say no, but always find a solution, with creativity and commitment. <\/p>

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Beyond the presentations, Hospitality Connect stood out for the remarkable involvement of \u00c9cole Ferri\u00e8res students<\/strong>. Active participants in the event, they contributed to its organisation and engaged fully in the discussions, asking insightful questions to these industry leaders. A direct, sincere, and educational dialogue, true to the Ferri\u00e8res pedagogy: learning through real-world experience, alongside those shaping the hospitality of today and tomorrow. <\/p>

Held twice a year in the most beautiful Parisian venues, Hospitality Connect embodies \u00c9cole Ferri\u00e8res\u2019 commitment to creating tangible bridges between academia and professional excellence. These privileged gatherings nurture ambitions, strengthen connections, and highlight the power of partnerships with leading luxury and hospitality brands. <\/p>

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In an exceptional setting, guided by values of excellence, knowledge-sharing, and boldness, Hospitality Connect once again demonstrated that luxury is never static. It is lived, shared, and built \u2013 above all \u2013 through the people who bring it to life. <\/p>

Finally, this event could not have achieved such success without the dedication and professionalism of the \u00c9cole Ferri\u00e8res teams<\/strong>. Their commitment, both in the preparation and on the day, ensured Hospitality Connect met the high expectations of the venue and the speakers, in a spirit of excellence, precision, and attention to detail. Thanks to their collective effort, this event fully embodied the values upheld by Ferri\u00e8res: rigour, elegance, and a passion for luxury hospitality. <\/p> ","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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