Introducing The Lead Story, exploring the qualities of positive leadership with people who’ve worked their way up, find ways to inspire, and continue to mentor new leaders. 

My first guest is Paul Downing who worked globally in the hospitality industry for over 40 years, starting in the kitchen and finishing as an in-demand consultant taking care of luxury hotels all over the world. He's mentored scores of people in the industry and continues to mentor me through my career, despite my leaving the hotel business a good 15 years ago (his being my dad may have something to do with his dedication). 

I anticipate many more chats with Paul but for this first episode we'll explore his career path and the theme of OPPORTUNITY – his response to the chances given by leaders who believed in him and how he forged many opportunities not only for himself but the teams he led and motivated along the way.

"The Lead Story" episodes 1-5 are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts and other podcast platforms.