hertelier is an online media platform that inspires women in hospitality to pursue, navigate and nurture their careers at every stage. 

InterContinental New York Barclay GM Sofia Vandaele on her hospitality journey, leadership style, New York market trends, self-advocacy, and wellbeing.

At Hunter Hotel Investment Conference 2026, hotel owners, investors and lenders discussed deal flow, private credit, select-service growth, extended stay demand and women’s access to leadership.

Nancy Mendelson unpacks why awareness of the loneliness epidemic has not made people feel less alone, and explores the difference between being alone, feeling lonely, and building real connection.

Brigette Bienvenu, Director of Sales and Marketing at The Tampa EDITION, discusses her path from New Orleans to luxury hospitality leadership, including roles at Hilton, W Hotels and Ritz-Carlton, as well as mentorship, wellness trends and Tampa’s growing luxury market.

With 43% women speakers, honest AI debate, and standout interactive moments, NoVacancy London’s first edition delivered fresh momentum for hospitality.

AI is changing how hotels get found, compared and chosen online. Here’s what Jonny Brentwood says hoteliers need to do now.