Douglas is a seasoned hospitality professional with more than 25 years of experience dedicated to elevating travel and tourism while honoring global ecosystems and diverse cultures. His career includes regional management and directorship roles at prestigious luxury hospitality brands such as Soho House, Aman Resorts, and the Esalen Institute. In pursuit of blending bespoke hospitality with environmental and cultural respect, Douglas founded the Weaving Waters Collective - an initiative focused on leveraging his extensive industry expertise to deliver innovative models for high-end destination development, well-being, and sustainability. As a consultant in luxury hospitality development, Douglas partners with upscale destination properties to design business strategies that operate in reciprocity with both financial and environmental sustainability. He also leads healing and reconciliation projects internationally, collaborating with Indigenous communities, private landowners, educational institutions, and hospitality ventures to foster meaningful partnerships and bridge cultural divides. Raised in Aotearoa (New Zealand), Douglas divides his time between his home country and consultancy projects worldwide. He is a graduate of the Cornell University School of Hotel Administration, and his work exemplifies a new paradigm in luxury hospitality—one where high-end guest experiences, immersive cultural encounters, sustainable stewardship, and authentic community engagement drive success. By aligning these core values with the evolving demands of luxury travelers, Douglas positions hotels and resorts at the forefront of an industry-wide shift toward balancing high-impact financial performance with comprehensive Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards.