Frits Van Paasschen

Frits van Paasschen is the author of the bestseller The Disruptors’ Feast, and a global executive with 30 years of experience within international companies, giving him a unique perspective on current business trends that influence industries worldwide and affect the global economy. Frits shares his deep insights to help businesses adapt and grow in dynamic environments.

Before serving as the CEO of Starwood Hotels and Resorts from 2007-2015, Frits spent three years as the CEO of Coors Brewing Company and held several management positions at Nike, ultimately becoming Nike’s President of Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Additionally, Frits worked in finance for Disney’s Consumer Products Division. Despite his extensive history in global executive roles, his career began in management consulting.

Frits holds a BA in Economics and Biology from Amherst College and an MBA from Harvard Business School. At Harvard, he was also a Teaching Fellow in Economics. Originally from the Netherlands, Frits holds dual U.S. and Dutch citizenship.

Languages:

• English

• Dutch

• Spanish

• German

• Italian