TJ is the Founder and Managing Director of the Epikurean group of companies in Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand, Singapore and Vietnam. He is the driving force behind the creative design of Epikurean’s projects in various regions, with a particular focus on Vietnam - currently Kauthara.

He has over 20 years of experience in the development and management of luxury brands and manages over USD 200 million in turnover. He has hands on experience as both a General Manager and Asset Manager of some of Vietnam’s best known luxury resorts. During his career he has also managed and marketed all of Six Senses properties as both Managing Director & Business Development Director. Between 2010 and 2013 he also developed and managed 6 luxury resorts in Vietnam, 4 in Thailand as well as Portugal and New Zealand.