Growth Advisors International Network (GAIN), the leading global travel, hospitality and MICE advisory firm for growth & innovation, is proud to announce the formation of its Asia Pacific Leadership Team. This initiative marks a significant expansion of GAIN’s commitment to delivering industry-leading expertise, strategic insights, and innovative solutions tailored to the dynamic APAC hospitality sector.
Michael Cohen, President and Managing Partner at GAIN, expressed his respect for the new leadership team: “We believe in the power of leadership, collaboration, and expertise to drive transformation in the global
travel, hospitality, and MICE industry. Today, I am honoured to announce the GAIN Asia Pacific Leadership Team. This team of GAIN Advisors brings unparalleled industry experience and insight, positioning GAIN as a key partner for hotel and tech vendor businesses navigating the evolving APAC landscape.
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New Leaders on the Block
The newly appointed leadership team brings together top-tier experts with deep sectoral knowledge across critical areas of hospitality technology, cybersecurity, compliance, and commercial strategy:
Martin Bookallil – GAIN Advisor | Expertise: Hospitality Tech & Digital Acceleration, Business Technology Strategy, Vendor Growth and Optimization
Greg Beatty – GAIN Advisor | Expertise: Cybersecurity Governance, Personal Data Law & Compliance, Legal Due Diligence
Harish Chandra – GAIN Advisor – Expertise: Technology Strategy, Digital Transformation, Product Development, Business Development & Growth
Silvio Reale – Lead GAIN Advisor | Expertise: Fractional C-Level Commercial Executive & Advisor, Guest Room Interactive Technology Leader
Brendon Granger – Lead GAIN Advisor | Expertise: Guest Room Technology, Vendor Certification, Feasibility & Technology Reviews, Product Sourcing & Selection, Project & Product Management.
A Vision for APAC’s Hospitality Sector
Martin Bookallil shared his perspective on GAIN’s impact in the region: “I joined GAIN to collaborate with industry experts who bring diverse skills and insights to the tourism and hospitality innovation sector. GAIN provides a platform to share knowledge, tackle industry challenges, and drive transformation, enabling our clients to stay ahead in an continually evolving market.
“GAIN fills an important gap in the APAC tourism and hospitality industry by offering dedicated advisory services, fractional C-suite leadership, commercial strategy, VIP networking events, hotel tech audits and go-to-market strategic execution. It brings together select industry experts to provide practical solutions, share global best practices, and address key challenges facing the sector.
“By fostering collaboration and innovation, GAIN empowers hotel brand and tech vendor businesses in the region to navigate industry complexities, adapt to market shifts, and drive long-term success in an increasingly competitive landscape.
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