Jordy Lavanderos

About Jordy Lavanderos

I am a hospitality professional evolving from specialist (F&B operations)to generalist (Hospitality+Sustainability +AI integration) dedicated to bridging luxury boutique hotel expertise with the emerging AI ecosystem and a holistic sustainability vision. With decades of experience in F&B operations, concept development, and boutique hotel management, I now focus on how artificial intelligence, eco-conscious practices, and human-centered design can reshape hospitality—not only as a business model, but as a cultural and societal pillar. My approach is rooted in- AI Integration – applying intelligent systems (CRM, RMS, PMS) to streamline operations, anticipate guest needs, and optimize resources- Sustainability & Wellness – embedding environmental responsibility, food waste reduction, and eco-tourism principles into every layer of the guest journey- Holistic Thinking – moving beyond operational silos to create strategies that benefit not only businesses profitability but also local communities and our planet. I believe the future of hospitality lies at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and human connection. By harmonizing these ecosystems. I aim to inspire a new mindset where boutique hotels, restaurants, and tourism operations serve as models of innovation, cultural enrichment, and environmental stewardship. My mission is to transform business culture into a catalyst for positive change—delivering memorable guest experiences, stronger community impact, and a more sustainable way of living for generations to come.

Experience

1. Founder

   Urbanseed Foundation

   Jan 2019 — Present · Asia, MY

Education

• Yale School of Management

  Strategic Negotiation, Business Administration and Management, General

• Institute of Culinary Education

  Culinary Arts, & Hospitality Management

  1998 — 1999

• New York Bartending School

  Bar Management/Mixology

  2009 — 2009

• Sustainable Tourism Academy by GSTC

  Hotel Sustainability GSTC Criteria & Best Practices in Asia, Sustainability Eco-Tourism

• Universidad Anáhuac

  Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Finance

  1988 — 1991

• Centro Linguistico Italiano Dante Alighieri

  Italian Culture, Arts & Language

  1991 — 1992

• Huawei Academy HCIA

  AI Machine Learning & Deep Learning, Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services

• Northeastern University London

  Alining Business Strategy for AI Integration, Business Administration and Management, General

• Google pour les pros

  Generative AI Essentials, Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services

• The State University of New York

  Licensed Private Career School Teacher Certification, Hospitality Administration/Management

  2015 — 2016