Stephen J. Renard

Toronto-born and a graduate of the University of Toronto's Business program, Steve Renard is the Founder and President of Renard International, the world's leading executive recruitment firm dedicated to the hospitality industry.

Renard International proudly notes that it has placed at least one professional in every country in the world, a milestone made even more remarkable considering that many of those countries did not exist when the firm opened its doors in 1970.

Having personally traveled to more than 30 countries to meet with clients and candidates, Steve believes that while email is a valuable communication tool, nothing replaces personal contact for staying attuned to global trends, understanding cultural nuances, and building long-standing business relationships.