The Inspiring Tale of Crafting a High-End Resort in Vietnam’s Mountains! Hylton Lipkin, General Manager of Garrya Mukang Chai and Om Thule at Ban Yen Tri Group, shares insights on opening a hotel in Vietnam. The hotel is a Banyan Group branded resort called Garrya. Lipkin discusses the challenges of staff recruitment, especially in a remote location, and the importance of creating a positive and fun work culture. He also talks about the process of choosing equipment, suppliers, and staff uniforms that align with the resort's vision and sustainability goals. Lipkin emphasizes the significance of transparent communication and documentation in project management and the ongoing training and development of staff. The resort is in the pre-opening phase, with marketing efforts focused on generating anticipation and bookings. Lipkin highlights the memorable experiences of seeing the property transform from construction to a functioning hotel and witnessing the growth of local staff members.

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