Industry Advisors
Derrick Felix is a seasoned hospitality leader with over 29 years of experience across international and local hotel properties. Currently serving as General Manager within Marriott International, his career has spanned multiple senior leadership roles reflecting a consistent track record of operational excellence and financial delivery across diverse property types and market segments. His rise through the ranks is a compelling example of industry-grown leadership — shaped entirely through hands-on experience, on-the-job progression, and structured professional development, proving that talent and dedication are the most powerful qualifications of all.
A specialist in hotel pre-openings, Derrick has successfully led the launch of multiple properties, with several achieving GOP and EBITDA targets within months of opening. His early career grounding in Food & Beverage and banquet management gives him a strong end-to-end understanding of hotel operations that continues to inform his general management approach today.
As an Industry Advisor with Asianhotelier.Org, Derrick brings a practical, results-driven perspective shaped by nearly three decades on the frontlines of hotel leadership. His passion for developing leaders, empowering teams, and building commercially sound yet people-focused operations makes him a valuable voice in guiding the next generation of hospitality professionals across the region.