Scott is always on the lookout for a great deal, and it’s a mission that takes him – literally – to every corner of the globe. With three main criteria in mind, he looks for and assesses opportunities to create new Four Seasons hotels and resorts. First up is the strength of the market and destination; second is the quality of the proposed site; and third is the investor behind the project. “The investor is the trickiest part,” he says. “Anyone with money can build a luxury product; what sets Four Seasons apart are the partnerships we build with companies and individuals who are as committed to our service culture as we are. In addition to having the financial resources, they must have the understanding and commitment to Four Seasons service culture in order to build a great hotel.”…more