Each month we chat to a different luxury travel expert, this month it is the turn of Hao Tang owner luxury travel service Besvisor.
Please tell us a little bit more about yourself and Besvisor"
I originally began my career at Ralph Lauren climbing the corporate latter, like many others. However, I found myself spending many hours researching and arranging “the next adventure” and once I was able to afford staying in luxury properties and flying in business/first, there was no turning back! My passion for travel continue to grow and evolve from there. I had no plans to go into the luxury consulting industry, but after many pushes from friends, I decided to give it the “college try”. I started out with zero clients and prospects. The most fortunate thing was that I didn’t need Besvisor for income purpose so I was (and still) able to stay true to my mission, which is to always put the clients’ need first. Even if that means less commission in my pockets. My business mentality is always to play the macro game well at the expense of immediate gains. This concept didn’t just serve my clients well but for me, too. Luxury clients are often some of the brightest/sharpest people on the planet, which is why they’re able to afford $2k/night hotels and $10k air fares. They notice when you’re fighting on their behalf and have their interest in mind. Through it, I was able to develop trust and close relationships with clients. M...