Chris Anderson, vice president of sales & marketing for Marcus Hotels & Resorts, in Milwaukee
Name: Chris Anderson
Title: Vice president, sales & marketing
Company: Marcus Hotels & Resorts
Company address: 100 East Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee WI 53202
Company web site: www.marcushotels.com
Industry: Hospitality
Education: Bachelor’s degree from University of Missouri, Political Science and Economics
Family: Wife, Carrie; and sons Cole and Carson
Hobbies and Interests: “I enjoy traveling with family, tennis and golf."
Favorite book and/or movie: Favorite movie, "Fletch;" favorite book, “First, Break all the Rules” by Marcus Buckingham.
Favorite musician/band: Goo Goo Dolls
Favorite place to visit/vacation: Marco Island, Fla.
Favorite local restaurant: Mason Street Grill
Words to live by: "Soar with your strengths."
What is your core philosophy for doing business? "You never want to be too far from your customer. They will tell you what your next move should be. Strong relationships will overcome all obstacles."
Who is your role model and why? "Bill Gates consistently does things differently and believes the risk of being a leader always outweighs the safety of being a leading follower."
What was the funniest thing that has ever happened to you? "After giving a presentation, I left my lapel microphone on and went to the restroom."