Jerry Inzerillo

Doer
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Group Chief Executive Officer at Diriyah Company l شركة الدرعية

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Overview

Jerry Inzerillo is a globally recognized hospitality leader with over five decades of experience. As Group CEO of Diriyah Company and Vice Chairman of Forbes Travel Guide, he spearheads the transformation of Diriyah into a premier cultural tourism destination. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Hotel Administration from the University of Nevada-Las Vegas.

Jerrys philosophy is rooted in the idea that hospitality makes strangers feel at home. He is passionate about mentoring the next generation, frequently engaging with students to discuss Saudi Arabias Vision 2030 and the future of tourism. His background informs his deep appreciation for service and tradition.

Unique fact: Jerry comes from a family of five generations of bakers, a legacy that instilled in him the core values of service from a young age.

Personality Overview

Long-term Focused

Fast-paced

Risk-Accepting

Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.  They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time. They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together.

Topics They Care About

Diriyah's Transformation
He is leading the development of Diriyah, the birthplace of the Saudi Kingdom, into a major global destination for culture, heritage, and hospitality.
Sustainable Urbanism
He actively discusses building people-first, sustainable cities that can deliver long-term returns, as highlighted in his participation at the FII PRIORITY summit.
Hospitality Excellence
With a 50+ year career and his role at Forbes Travel Guide, he is a champion for the highest standards of service and guest experience in the industry.

Media Appearances

Jerry has no verified media appearances

Work History

1-2023
Group Chief Executive Officer at Diriyah Company l شركة الدرعية
9-2018
Vice Chairman at Forbes Travel Guide
6-2018
Group Chief Executive Officer at Diriyah Gate Development Authority
5-2014 - 9-2018
CEO at Forbes Travel Guide
2012 - 2014
President and CEO at IMG Artists

Education

1972 - 1975
Bachelor of Science-Hotel Administration from University of Nevada-Las Vegas

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Insights For Selling To Jerry

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Suggest clear next steps with confidence, don't be vague or hesitant
  • Use phrases like 'your team deserves', 'best in class' etc.
  • Let them know of potential risks but suggest mitigation methods alongside

DONT's

  • Don't get into pricing discussions early on, steer conversation towards proven results
  • Don't focus too much on mutual contacts or bother about other stakeholders, focus on them
  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Jerry is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Jerry

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Jerry move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Jerry take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Jerry

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