ABOUT THE BUSINESS OF PEOPLE.
Founded by Caroline Stevens, The Business of People was established with a singular vision: to empower organisations by prioritising the human element at the heart of every business.
Through The Business of People, Caroline aspires to unleash potential, one business and one person at a time.
About Caroline
After a corporate career spanning over 35 years, it took a sabbatical, including to a Camino through Northern Spain, to reflect and follow on with The Business of People.
Experience
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After considering careers in medical technology or air traffic control, Caroline found her calling in human resources. Over the years, she carved a career with major hospitality players including Hyatt International in Australia, the Jumeirah Group in the United Arab Emirates, Hilton Worldwide overseeing Middle East and Africa, and most recently as Chief People Officer for Minor Hotels, with a global remit responsible for over 20,000 team members.
Caroline’s time at Minor Hotels marked a significant transformation. When she joined, the company was a budding Asian chain operating fewer than 15 hotels. Over the course of 12 years, Minor Hotels evolved into a global conglomerate of over 530 properties, spas, shopping plazas, luxury residential developments, amusement venues and the owner of the Asian Institute of Hospitality Management School.
In recognition of her exceptional experience, Caroline was awarded Leader of the Year (over 500 employees) by Investors in People in 2019.
Values & Beliefs
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Post-COVID marked the end of an era in the corporate world. To make full use of Caroline’s experience, strengths and passion it became clear that she needed to re-think and re-align her future path which prompted the decision to create a new chapter.
Companies are in business to make profits. Full-stop. But getting the people formula right will ensure that your business out-performs your competitors and that your people will be best ambassadors. It’s a long-term investment and one that will ensure a sustainable business. .
Thoughts on Leadership
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As a career-driven mother of two, Caroline stands as a testaments to the attainability of C-suite positions for women. It’s a message she’s eager to share and a barrier she’s dedicating to dismantling.
Carolines career milestones were not solo feats but were made possible by visionary leaders who supported her and believed in her. Their mentorship was pivotal and now Caroline wants to pay it forward.
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