A native New Yorker, Jason has spent the past 3 decades in the hospitality industry working across Asia with brands such as Four Seasons, Raffles, Amanresorts, Rosewood, InterContinental as well as independent properties such as The Siam and Qualia Australia. Currently he is the managing Director of J.M.Friedman&Co., a successful hospitality consulting firm specializing in the development and management of small luxury hotels.

A graduate of Cornell University with a Masters of Management in Hospitality and a Bachelor of Science Degree from Lewis and Clark College, Jason is uniquely qualified to develop and manage luxury properties in remote places.

Jason has an established track record of success in leading the development, opening and operating of some of the worlds finest hotels and resorts.

His extensive network of travel industry professionals from press to trade has given him one of his greatest strengths which is to successfully position, promote and market his hotels quickly and effectively.

His diverse background and many interests allows him to successfully develop all aspects of a hotel operation with major strengths in Spas, Wellness, F&B and Guest Experience.

He and his hotels have received many accolades including Best General Manager Worldwide 2015 by Gallivanter’s Guide and Best Hotel Manager Worldwide 2013 by Andrew Harper - The Hideaway Report.