Dave Taylor Test Drives Our Microsoft Surface

Tech blogger Dave Taylor dropped by the Four Seasons sales office in Denver to test drive the Microsoft Surface we've installed there.

The Surface is a large, touchscreen table that visitors can use to get more information about the residences, from floor plans to being able to check the views from each unit. It's the first Surface in the real estate industry and was the first to appear in Colorado.

Dave wrote a blog post about the device and how we're using it - you can read about it on Dave's Business Blog at Intuitive.com. There are also some great photos, including one of our very own Kelly Carbajal. Give it a look!

Four Seasons Five Questions

We wanted to use this blog as a chance to introduce you to some of the people who are a part of it, so we will be featuring Four Seasons Five Questions. It only makes sense to start with Dani, our Sales Assistant since she is the first face you see when you come into our office.

1. Where are you from originally and how did you end up in Denver?

I’m lucky enough to be able to say I was born and raised in Colorado. I absolutely love this place.

2. How did you become involved with this project?

Surprisingly enough, I found this incredible gig on craigslist!

3. What is your favorite place in Downtown Denver and why?

This is a tie between American Apparel and The Cruise Room. My weakness by day is a comfortable tee, and by night, a filthy dirty Chopin martini with blue cheese stuffed olives.

4. What is the thing you are most excited about with Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Denver?

I am excited to see my hometown growing up and getting the world’s greatest hotel… right here in Denver!

5. Tell us one thing about you that not many people know.

I took a little time off from school to backpack around Europe, and if I didn’t have a dog and a quite depressing bank account, I would spend the rest of my life as a vagabond, going from place to place, just waiting for my next adventure.

Changing the Skyline

Changing the Skyline

On Friday the construction crew poured the base of what will be the Four Seasons Mast.

Once installed the mast will be a new skyline defining feature for Denver.

Don't forget to submit your pictures of what makes Denver so great at

www.denverphotocontest.com

A Room with a View

Calling all photographers!

Here is your chance to show off your artistic side

and share what you love about Denver!

Visit www.denverphotocontest.com and submit your works of art

for a chance to win some ridiculously great prizes!

While you are there vote for a few of your favorites!

Music at the Bottom

Music At The Bottom

There is still plenty of time left this summer to grab a cold one and listen to some great music at Rock Bottom Brewery at 16th and Curtis...

Fridays

May 29, 2009 - Aug 21, 2009
4 - 7 p.m.

Live music every Friday night on the patio. The party starts and 4 p.m. and the bands take the stage at 5 and 7 p.m.

July 10 - Chris Daniels and the Kings with The Rowdy Shadehouse Funk Band
July 17 - Jakarta with Greg Greer
July 24 - Dotsero with Michael Ross
July 31 - Blooz Dogz with Matt Clark Band
August 7 - Funkiphino with Parkside
August 14 - Fina Dupa with Waiting To Hear
August 21 - Hazel Miller with Beki Hemingway

A memoir like no other

Huge thanks to Dani, our sales assistant for reading and reviewing Isadore Sharp's new book for us!

In Isadore Sharp’s memoir, The Story of a Business Philosophy, the chairman and CEO of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts shares the compelling story of his astonishing rise out of the Toronto ghettos to becoming founder of the largest group of five-star hotels in the world. This is the story of his life and his work, and as Sharp reminisces and provides his readers with impeccable details of the history of his company, we come to understand the foundation for his success. Born to Polish-Jewish immigrants, Sharp acquired a degree in architecture and planted roots in his father’s small construction business, which allowed him to absorb many business insights and values. It is incredible to learn how this man was able to create the world’s most admired, respected and successful hotel chain. Sharp does an incredible job of transpiring his wishes for his readers to take with them. In his book, he quotes an old Japanese proverb, “If they work for you, you work for them.” It is this absolute commitment to developing and rewarding excellent employees, that he is able to maintain and expand his impressive company. This is a compelling story of an entrepreneur and his passion for service.

While many business-oriented books often appear trite and redundant, Isadore Sharps business philosophy is fresh, relatable, and synonymous with his personal philosophy; treating others as you wish to be treated. Sharp has implemented this value, with no exceptions, into his staff, business associates, and overall culture, which has resonated throughout the 78 luxury hotels and resorts around the world, and has ultimately led to his tremendous success.

Throughout the book, Sharp makes it quite clear that his primary focus has always been on service above all else, never allowing himself to lose focus on the unparalleled service which has given his company such a competitive edge. Although Sharp engages his readers in his description of his savvy business, he makes certain that his readers understand the true fuel behind the Four Seasons fire; the people. Sharp is continuously singing the praises of the countless people involved at every stage, and humbly admits that he would be nowhere without them. With the turn of every page of this captivating memoir, we grow fonder of Isadore Sharp. This is a man who signifies class, compassion, and is a quintessential leader of his time.

Morgan Freeman calls the book “an inspiring story”, claiming that he finally understands how the Four Seasons is a place where “the weight of the world lifts from your shoulders as soon as you walk in the door.”

Isadore Sharp has animated and applied the Golden Rule as business principle. This book will no doubt become a mandatory manual for hospitality professionals everywhere; but leaders of any business that has employees and competitors would be seriously remiss to miss out on Sharp's lovingly written memoir chronicling how he built the world's most innovative and beloved collection of luxury hotels. How uplifting it is to see how a philosophy built on so much common sense so directly leads to such uncommon success.

Pick it up if you have a chance, and enjoy the read!

Skyline Park Movies

Summer in downtown Denver is absolutely wonderful! (Even with the recent rain! Just look how green everything around the city is!) One of the things I am excited about this summer are the movies in Skyline Park that are put on by the Downtown Denver Partnership, Denver Parks and Recreation and the Denver Theatre District.
All movies begin at dusk and are shown behind the D&F Clock Tower at 16th and Arapahoe. Bring the family and plan on arriving early and staying late for the before and after show entertainment.

2009 Summer Movie Schedule:

June 13th
babe, rated G

June 27th
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, rated PG

July 11th
Spiderman, rated PG-13

July 18th
Iron Giant, rated PG

August 1st
Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, rated G

August 8
The Wizard of Oz, rated G

What is your favorite thing about Denver in the summer?