Seven Hills | Capital Conversation with Sir Rocco Forte and Olga Polizzi

Capital Conversation with Sir Rocco Forte and Olga Polizzi

By Edward Baggaley | 23 Nov 2017 | 10:46h

Sir Rocco Forte and Olga Polizzi are Michael’s guests on the Capital Conversation this week.

The brother and sister double act are legends of the hotel industry and give a fascinating account of a life in business that has confronted tough challenges and embraced amazing opportunities.

That’s the Capital Conversation this Sunday on London Live at 5.30pm

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