EP 10 | Ralph Radtke on Leadership, Luxury Hospitality & Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul

In this special international episode of The AD SHOW Podcast, Altan sits down with Ralph Radtke, General Manager of Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul and Regional Director of Kempinski Residences Türkiye.Recorded inside one of the world’s most iconic luxury hotels, this conversation explores leadership, hospitality, service, legacy, and the human side of creating unforgettable guest experiences.Ralph shares lessons from a remarkable global career in luxury hospitality, including why hospitality is not just an industry, why people are looking for experiences over products, the difference between managers and leaders, and what it means to build a meaningful life and career without borders.Key topics:Leadership vs managementHospitality as a human businessRespect vs fearGlobal careers without bordersPassion, curiosity, and lifelong learningThe spirit and legacy of Çırağan Palace Kempinski IstanbulAdvice for the next generation of hospitality leadersGuest: Ralph RadtkeHost: AltanPodcast: The AD SHOW Podcast