Raúl González was born in Guardo (Palencia) in 1961, a place he describes as rather strange. His father was stationed there for work, and he was born on September 27, International Tourism Day. Growing up, studying, and living in Bilbao until 23 years ago, when his job at the hotel company led him to relocate to Palma de Mallorca. González believes in taking risks and emphasizes the importance of fearlessness and a touch of madness in decision-making to stay competitive in the market.
As his responsibilities have increased, González has shifted away from being a pure economist and more towards being a psychologist. He values personal relationships and the growth of his team, even if it means he may not be the most technically proficient. González believes having a touch of naivety is healthy in navigating the complexities of the business world.
He engages in sports like paddle tennis and tennis, often scheduling games two to three times a week. González enjoys reading, with his recent reads including “Damn Rome” by Santiago Posteguillo. He typically works long hours, often answering emails and calls throughout the year. González prioritizes spending quality time with his family and emphasizes maintaining a balance between work and personal life.
González takes approximately 200 flights per year, almost traveling every workday. He imposes most of these trips on himself to ensure he stays informed about hotel operations and to maintain relationships with the team and partners. Despite this extensive travel can be exhausting but motivates him with opportunity to learn new things . As managing stress effectively is crucial for him as he navigates the demands of his non-conformist family business , he believes in maintaining a friendly demeanor even when faced with challenging situations , emphasizing humility , listening leadership qualities that are key aspects of his approach to leadership .
