Van Raaij has had 25 years of extensive service within the hospitality industry, both locally and internationally. He is a seasoned hotelier with experience gained from the Hilton Group, Grand Leisure Group (both United Kingdom), Gloria Resorts (China) and in Africa with Protea Hotels, the Three Cities Group, Thornberry Africa and Sun International. His expertise includes banqueting and events management, front and back of house management, rooms division management and director of operations.