I am a Swiss-based, native English-speaking podcast host, interviewer, moderator and public communicator with nearly 30 years of international experience across business, hospitality, leadership, education and media. I create and host thoughtful, engaging conversations with senior executives, entrepreneurs, academics, public figures and subject-matter experts. I am the creator and host of The HoCoSo Conversation and co-creator of The Hospitality Resilience Series, both of which explore leadership, culture, wellbeing, resilience, business transformation and the human side of organisations. My strength is helping guests feel comfortable while guiding conversations with clarity, warmth, structure and purpose. I prepare deeply, listen carefully and know how to translate complex topics into accessible, human and compelling dialogue. Alongside my media work, I bring senior international business experience, including former Vice President-level leadership at Marriott International and advisory work with CEOs, founders and investors. This gives me a mature, credible presence and the ability to engage confidently with high-level guests. I am especially suited to podcasts, interviews, panel discussions and thought-leadership formats where clients want intelligent, polished and meaningful conversations rather than scripted or superficial content.

Jay Humphries

I am a Swiss-based, native English-speaking podcast host, interviewer, moderator and public communicator with nearly 30 years of international experience across business, hospitality, leadership, education and media. I create and host thoughtful, engaging conversations with senior executives, entrepreneurs, academics, public figures and subject-matter experts. I am the creator and host of The HoCoSo Conversation and co-creator of The Hospitality Resilience Series, both of which explore leadership, culture, wellbeing, resilience, business transformation and the human side of organisations. My strength is helping guests feel comfortable while guiding conversations with clarity, warmth, structure and purpose. I prepare deeply, listen carefully and know how to translate complex topics into accessible, human and compelling dialogue. Alongside my media work, I bring senior international business experience, including former Vice President-level leadership at Marriott International and advisory work with CEOs, founders and investors. This gives me a mature, credible presence and the ability to engage confidently with high-level guests. I am especially suited to podcasts, interviews, panel discussions and thought-leadership formats where clients want intelligent, polished and meaningful conversations rather than scripted or superficial content.

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I am a Swiss-based, native English-speaking podcast host, interviewer, moderator and public communicator with nearly 30 years of international experience across business, hospitality, leadership, education and media.

I create and host thoughtful, engaging conversations with senior executives, entrepreneurs, academics, public figures and subject-matter experts. I am the creator and host of The HoCoSo Conversation and co-creator of The Hospitality Resilience Series, both of which explore leadership, culture, wellbeing, resilience, business transformation and the human side of organisations.

My strength is helping guests feel comfortable while guiding conversations with clarity, warmth, structure and purpose. I prepare deeply, listen carefully and know how to translate complex topics into accessible, human and compelling dialogue.

Alongside my media work, I bring senior international business experience, including former Vice President-level leadership at Marriott International and advisory work with CEOs, founders and investors. This gives me a mature, credible presence and the ability to engage confidently with high-level guests.

I am especially suited to podcasts, interviews, panel discussions and thought-leadership formats where clients want intelligent, polished and meaningful conversations rather than scripted or superficial content.

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Language

English
Fluent
German
Beginner

Work Experience

Host & Creator at The HoCoSo Conversation
January 1, 2019 - Present
Creator and host of a long-form English-language podcast featuring global leaders, thinkers and practitioners; conducts in-depth interviews on leadership, culture, wellbeing, hospitality, work and societal change.
Co-Creator & Host at The Hospitality Resilience Series
January 1, 2020 - Present
Co-hosted live and recorded conversations during and after Covid-19 with senior executives, experts and public figures; focused on crisis leadership, resilience, mental health and human-centred leadership.

Education

Executive MBA at Kellogg School of Management (Northwestern University) & WHU
January 11, 2030 - June 24, 2026
Media & Communications (Storytelling) at University of New South Wales (online)
January 11, 2030 - June 24, 2026
Leadership & Transition at Modern Elder Academy
January 11, 2030 - June 24, 2026
Logotherapy studies at Viktor Frankl Institute
January 11, 2030 - June 24, 2026

Qualifications

Executive MBA
January 11, 2030 - June 24, 2026
Media & Communications (Storytelling)
January 11, 2030 - June 24, 2026
Leadership & Transition
January 11, 2030 - June 24, 2026
Logotherapy studies
January 11, 2030 - June 24, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Education, Professional Services
    The HoCoSo Conversation

    Host & Creator - The HoCoSo Conversation
    Podcast | Switzerland & International | 2019-Present
    • Creator and host of a long-form English-language podcast featuring global leaders, thinkers and practitioners.
    • Conducts in-depth interviews on leadership, culture, wellbeing, hospitality, work and societal change.
    • Demonstrates strong pacing, listening skills, editorial judgement and conversational depth.

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