Armed with 39 years of international hospitality and business experience, the industry veteran Tim Waterhouse joins New Zealand-based technology company STAAH to build and develop on the company’s outstanding reputation for cutting-edge technology and service.

The new operations director of Southeast Asia at STAAH, Waterhouse will play a key role in improving the operational performance of the company with a view to enhancing sustainability.

Based in Bangkok, he will be working closely with Kevin Tatem, managing director for STAAH Southeast Asia, to help drive the rapid growth of the business and over 8000 partner properties around the world. “There is much to do, and I am enjoying the challenge and look forward to making a positive contribution to the overall business,” Waterhouse said.

“His international experience and outstanding track record in the profession will aide our ambitious business goals,” Tatem said. “We look forward to his inputs that will be integral to our success.”

Apart from his love for hospitality and technology, Tim loves experiencing different cultures to broaden his understanding of various cultural nuances. Tim will support locally-based sales and support team based in Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia and the Philippines.