Frits Van Paasschen

Frits van Paasschen is the author of the bestseller The Disruptors’ Feast and a global executive with 30 years of experience in international companies. His extensive background gives him a unique insight into current business trends affecting the global economy. Frits shares his deep understanding to help businesses adapt and grow in evolving 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 roles at Nike, eventually becoming Nike’s President of Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Frits also worked in finance in Disney’s Consumer Products Division. Although he has a rich history in global executive positions, 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 also served as a Teaching Fellow in Economics. Originally from the Netherlands, Frits holds dual U.S. and Dutch citizenship.

Languages:

• English

• Dutch

• Spanish

• German

• Italian