Vitruvius Partners Group
23 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsThe Managing Partners at Vitruvius Partners Group created this podcast dedicated to the cruise industry and the hotel industry. The objective is to invite guest speakers to discuss the challenges these industries are facing and to provide solutions. Vitruvius Partners Group is an advisory firm in change management with expertise in the hospitality and luxury sectors. We aim at improving your corporate environment, the employee’s engagement and sense of belongings as well as bring innovative tools and systems.
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A discussion with Gary Bembridge, Youtube cruise industry influencer
October 25, 2021 11:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MBBertrand Petyt, managing partner of Vitruvius Partners Group, welcomes Gary Bembridge, a prominent Youtube Cruise Industry Influencer, for a discussion about how cruising will evolve in a post-pandemic era. What fundamentals will stay the same, and what is expected to change? Join us for a fascinating discussion on the magic of cruising!
A conversation with Audun Lie Dahl, CEO of Nansen Polar Expeditions
October 08, 2021 17:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBIn this podcast, Bertrand Petyt, Managing Partner of Vitruvius Partners Group, welcomes Audun Lie Dahl, CEO of Nansen Polar Expeditions, for a candid discussion on the exciting future of the expedition cruise industry as well as on discovering the uniqueness of this new welcome addition to our cruise community and its two 12-pax yacht/cruise vessels. Come, explore, and dream with Audun and Bertrand during this 30 minute exciting podcast. Link to Nansen Polar Expeditions: www.wefollowheroes...
A conversation with Audun Lie Dhal, CEO of Nansen Polar Expeditions
October 08, 2021 17:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBIn this podcast, Bertrand Petyt, Managing Partner of Vitruvius Partners Group, welcomes Audun Lie Dahl, CEO of Nansen Polar Expeditions, for a candid discussion on the exciting future of the expedition cruise industry as well as on discovering the uniqueness of this new welcome addition to our cruise community and its two 12-pax yacht/cruise vessels. Come, explore, and dream with Audun and Bertrand during this 30 minute exciting podcast. Link to Nansen Polar Expeditions: www.wefollowheroes...
A conversation with Margaret Hepburn, President and CEO of Hepburn Bio Care group
September 20, 2021 08:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBBertrand Petyt, Managing Director of Vitruvius Partners Group, welcomes Margaret Hepburn, President and CEO of Hepburn Bio Care. Margaret and Bertrand discuss the sustainability issues facing the cruise industry, as well as the decisions our industry faces short and long term to protect the Oceans. Visit Hepburn Bio Care group at www.hepburnbiocare.com Vitruvius Partners Group is a leading “change management & compliance” advisory firm working with cruise lines and hotel in identifying oppo...
A conversation with Bruce Nierenberg, Senior Cruise Executive and Entrepreneur
June 22, 2021 06:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MBBertrand Petyt, Managing Partner of Vitruvius Partners Group, welcomes Bruce Nierenberg, Senior Cruise Executive and Entrepreneur, for a discussion around the topics of innovation in the cruise industry as well as crew welfare and sustainability in our business practices. Join us for this conversation with one of the cruise industry’s leading executive and acknowledged innovator! Vitruvius Partners Group is a leading “change management” advisory firm working with cruise lines and hotels in...
A discussion with Monique Poonfort, CEO of Aurora Expeditions
June 08, 2021 08:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MBIn this podcast, Bertrand Petyt, Managing Partner of Vitruvius Partners Group, welcomes Monique Poonfort, CEO of Australian-based Aurora Expeditions, for a discussion around authentic leadership in the cruise industry, as well as the recent developments in the exploration cruise market and the shape of the industry as a whole. Book recommended in the episode: https://tribeofmentors.com/ Vitruvius Partners Group is a leading “change management” advisory firm working with cruise lines and h...
A conversation with Frederik Ekelund Gustafsson
May 31, 2021 08:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBIn this podcast, Bertrand Petyt, Managing Partner of Vitruvius Partners Group, welcomes Frederik Ekelund Gustafsson, a luxury cruise ship hotel director and hospitality at sea expert. Frederik and Bertrand, both former hotel directors on luxury cruise ships, share amazing stories about life at sea. Be prepared for some fun, tears, and great story-telling about working at sea! Vitruvius Partners Group is a leading “change management” advisory firm working with cruise lines and hotels in iden...
A conversation with David Giersdorf, CEO Global Voyages Group
May 25, 2021 07:00 - 46 minutes - 32.3 MBIn this podcast, Bertrand Petyt, Managing Partner of Vitruvius Partners Group, welcomes David Giersdorf, CEO of Global Voyages Group and a leading C-Level Executive in the cruise industry. David and Bertrand discuss the disruption the cruise industry faced in the past year, and the various strategies cruise operators might want to consider when addressing such disruption. How can change become an opportunity? Will the cruise industry come back stronger and better? Find out the answers to tho...
A conversation with Dag Dvergastein, Senior Captain
May 14, 2021 08:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MBIn this podcast, Bertrand Petyt, Managing Partner of Vitruvius Partners Group, welcomes Dag Dvergastein, Cruise Ship captain with luxury lines such as Sea Goddess Cruises, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Seabourn and lately Hapag-Lloyd Cruises. Bertrand and Dag talk about iconic stories of life at sea, what luxury cruising means, and some of the best magical moments Dag created for both his Guests and Crews! Vitruvius Partners Group is a leading “change management” advisory firm working with cru...
A conversation with Darius Mehta, Senior Cruise Executive
May 05, 2021 10:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MBIn this podcast, Bertrand Petyt, Managing Partner of Vitruvius Partners Group, welcomes Darius Mehta, a senior cruise executive formerly with Regent Seven Seas, Silversea and Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection. Bertrand and Darius discuss the importance of great leadership in the cruise industry, and how leading great teams with vision, values and authenticity helped Darius build some of the best, most innovative and high performing teams at sea. Vitruvius Partners Group is a leading “change ma...
A discussion with John McGirl, COO of The World, Residences at Sea
April 27, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 44.7 MBIn this podcast, Bertrand Petyt, Managing Partner of Vitruvius Partners Group, welcomes John McGirl, Chief Operating Officer of The World - Residensea, the world’s first residential vessel. Bertrand and John discuss the impact of the pandemic on the cruise industry and what HR and Operations trends might develop as a result. Vitruvius Partners Group is a leading “change management” advisory firm working with cruise lines and hotels in identifying opportunities amongst disruptive forces and...
A discussion with Mark Conroy, Managing Director Americas Silversea Cruises
April 15, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 44.7 MBIn this podcast, Bertrand Petyt, Managing Partner of Vitruvius Partners Group, welcomes Mark Conroy, Managing Director Americas for Silversea Cruises and one of the industry’s most respected senior executive. Bertrand and Mark discuss the impact of the pandemic on the cruise industry and what trends in the Luxury sector might develop in the near future. Vitruvius Partners Group is a leading “change management” advisory firm working with cruise lines and hotels in identifying opportunities ...
A discussion with Larry Rapp, Senior Cruise Executive
April 06, 2021 09:00 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MBIn this podcast, Bertrand Petyt, Managing Partner of Vitruvius Partners Group, welcomes Larry Rapp, senior cruise executive with an extensive background in launching and managing iconic cruise ventures. Bertrand and Larry discuss the impact of the pandemic on the cruise industry, specifically in terms of what will change and what will remain the same for cruises… Some great insights into the future of cruising! Vitruvius Partners Group is a leading “change management” advisory firm working ...
A discussion with Christian Sauleau
March 26, 2021 13:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MBIn this podcast, Bertrand Petyt, Managing Director of Vitruvius Partners Group, welcomes Christian Sauleau, former Executive Vice President of Regent Seven Seas Cruises and Silversea Cruises. Christian and Bertrand discuss the importance of human relations and having a genuine human-centred approach to managing people onboard cruise ships. Vitruvius Partners Group is a leading “change management” advisory firm working with cruise lines and hotels in identifying opportunities amongst disrupt...
A discussion with Christian Sauleau, Luxury Cruise Industry Senior Executive
March 26, 2021 13:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MBIn this podcast, Bertrand Petyt, Managing Director of Vitruvius Partners Group, welcomes Christian Sauleau, former Executive Vice President of Regent Seven Seas Cruises and Silversea Cruises. Christian and Bertrand discuss the importance of human relations and having a genuine human-centred approach to managing people onboard cruise ships. Vitruvius Partners Group is a leading “change management” advisory firm working with cruise lines and hotels in identifying opportunities amongst disrupt...
A discussion with Clement Mousset, French Cruise Industry specialist
March 20, 2021 11:00 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MBIn this podcast, Bertrand Petyt, Managing Partner of Vitruvius Partners Group, welcomes Clement Mousset, an iconic figure of the cruise industry in French-speaking markets. Clement and Bertrand discuss the specificities of the French speaking cruise industry markets and come with some great suggestions as to how to successfully enter this difficult market. Vitruvius Partners Group is a leading “change management” advisory firm working with cruise lines and hotels in identifying opportunitie...
A discussion with Ellen Bettridge, CEO of Uniworld River Cruises
March 08, 2021 10:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MBIn this podcast, Bertrand Petyt, Managing Partner of Vitruvius Partners Group, welcomes Ellen Bettridge, CEO of Uniworld River Cruises, a leading ultra-luxury river cruise operator based in Los Angeles and operating worldwide. Ellen discusses the specifics of the river cruise industry, how the pandemic affected her operations, and the upcoming trends for 2022 and beyond. Vitruvius Partners Group is a leading “change management” advisory firm working with cruise lines and hotels in identify...
A conversation with Stephen Xuereb, COO of Global Ports Holdings
February 26, 2021 17:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBIn this podcast, Bertrand Petyt, Managing Partner of Vitruvius Partners Group, welcomes Stephen Xuereb, COO of Global Ports Holdings, a leading cruise port owner and operator, with 19 ports under its care. Stephen provides an incredible insight on how port operations have been affected by the Covid-19 pandemic, what trends we may expect in the new future, and the impact of cruise calls on local communities. Vitruvius Partners Group is a leading “change management” advisory firm working wit...
A conversation with Hans Lagerweij, CEO of Albatros Expeditions
February 19, 2021 17:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBIn this podcast, Bertrand Petyt, Managing Partner of Vitruvius Partners Group, welcomes Hans Lagerweij, CEO of Albatros Expeditions, a leading adventure cruising company based in Danemark. Hans provides a wealth of insights about how expedition cruising has evolved in recent years, and what the near future might look like! Vitruvius Partners Group is a leading “change management” advisory firm working with Cruise Lines and Hotel companies in identifying opportunities amongst disruption and...
A candid discussion with Gary Bembridge on The Cruise Industry
February 12, 2021 17:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MBIn this video, Bertrand Petyt, Managing Partner of Vitruvius Partners Group, welcomes Gary Bembridge, a Youtube cruise industry influencer. Gary gives us a very unique and fascinating viewpoint on our industry, from the perspective of Guests: their fears, hopes, challenges. Gary Bembridge created the ’tips for travellers’ Youtube channel, providing amazing content on the cruise industry. Vitruvius Partners Group is a leading “change management” advisory firm working with Cruise Lines and H...
A discussion with Dietmar Wertanzl, CEO of CMI leisure
February 01, 2021 16:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBIn this episode, Bertrand Petyt discusses with Dietmar Wertanzl, CEO of CMI leisure, the future of the cruise industry and which trends appear for this industry following the Covid19 pandemic. You have questions ? Please connect with us on Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/vitruviuspartnersgroup Or via our website : www.vitruviuspartnersgroup.com Subscribe to our newsletter here to follow Vitruvius Partners Group progress : https://vitruviuspartnersgroup.com/newsletter
The Cruise Industry Trends
February 01, 2021 16:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBIn this episode, Bertrand Petyt discusses with Dietmar Wertanzl, CEO of CMI leisure, the future of the cruise industry and which trends appear for this industry following the Covid19 pandemic. You have questions ? Please connect with us on Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/vitruviuspartnersgroup Or via our website : www.vitruviuspartnersgroup.com Subscribe to our newsletter here to follow Vitruvius Partners Group progress : https://vitruviuspartnersgroup.com/newsletter
Welcome
January 15, 2021 08:00 - 11 minutes - 7.94 MBIn this episode, Bertrand Petyt and Lilian Bougy introduces Vitruvius Partners Group, the concept of the podcast and the reasons behind this project. We hope you will enjoy this program dedicated to professionals in the cruise and hotel industries. Any questions? Please connect with us on Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/vitruviuspartnersgroup Or via our website : www.vitruviuspartnersgroup.com