The Curiosity of Change

Published by Colorado Society of Association Executives and Georgia Society of Association Executives

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As a 40 year career in Hotel Management was reaching its peak, André went suddenly blind in 2011. He consequently lost his job. Talk about Change! His family, friends and associates helped him become curious about alternatives, getting him out of the darkness of despair. He now travels the world as a speaker on the subject of "thecurioisty of Change.

Key takeaways:

1. Change is not the enemy, but how you deal with it certainly is
2. Stop judging the situation, but assess it instead
3. Curiosity reduces the stress caused by change.
4. Change is inevitable, but personal growth is optional

Presenter:
André van Hall
A native of Argentina, André has worked at some of the most prestigious hotels in the world, to include the Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten in Hamburg (once recognized as a one of the top ten hotels in the world), the Ritz in Paris and the St. Regis in New York. Additionally he has managed some of the largest hotels, including the Hyatt Regency in Atlanta and the Adam’s Mark in Denver. Before retiring, he was the CEO of the historic Denver Athletic Club. A graduate of the school of Hotel Administration at Cornell University, van Hall has held such positions as Director of Quality, Executive Assistant Manager, Rooms Executive, General Manager, Professor of HR and CEO. His volunteer activity have afforded him the opportunity to serve on boards of Chamber of Commerce, CSAE, United Way, Convention & Visitors Bureaus, Rotary clubs, Urban League and many others.

After suddenly losing his eyesight in late 2011, he started a new career as a Professional Speaker, with an emphasis on Motivation, Change Management and Staff Development.

Cost:
$45 for Members
$75 for Non-members

Credit has been approved with the American Society of Association Executives for 1.0 CAE credit.