Gavin M. Faull featured as one of the Top 100 Disruptors of the Year

Gavin M. Faull: Leading Global Hospitality with Passion and Professionalism™

As Executive Director, Chairman, and President of Swiss-Belhotel International, Gavin M. Faull has spent decades shaping a global hospitality brand rooted in human connection, discipline, and long-term thinking. From its early beginnings in Asia to its presence across multiple continents today, the company’s growth closely mirrors Gavin’s own leadership journey. Known for his calm authority and people-first mindset, he has guided the organization through expansion, disruption, and one of the most difficult periods the hospitality industry has ever faced. At the core of his leadership is a clear belief that hotels are not just buildings or brands, but living communities built on trust, culture, and shared purpose.


In this Top 100 Disruptors (https://top100ceo.com) interview, Gavin reflects on his path, the lessons that shaped him, and how he continues to lead Swiss-Belhotel International into the future with clarity and conviction.

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