CEO, Six Senses

Neil Jacobs is the chief executive officer at Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas. His passions include wellness, sustainability, innovative design, food and experiential travel. Prior to joining Six Senses, Jacobs spent five years at Starwood Capital Group as president of global hotel operations where he led the group responsible for development of two exciting new brands, Baccarat Hotels, and 1 Hotels. He also spent 14 years with Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts serving as senior vice president operations for Asia Pacific since 2003. During his tenure with Four Seasons, Jacobs was responsible for the operation of 16 hotels throughout the region and new properties under development in China, India, and Indian Ocean. His global career included key leadership roles in Europe, Asia, and the Americas.

Having studies hotel management at Westminster Hotel School in London, French Civilization at La Sorbonne University, and Italian culture and art in Florence, Jacobs is fluent in five languages.