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Nov 28, 2022

Overcoming Obstacles: Stacia Harvey Randall

Sometimes we create our own obstacles. Stacia Harvey Reynolds reflects on her career and how she learned to get out of her own way.

Overcoming Obstacles: Stacia Harvey Randall

Oct 3, 2022

Spotlight Shift: Cara Salinas, Reservations & Communications

Introducing a new column, Spotlight Shift, where we shine a light on the people that keep our hotels running––shift workers!

Spotlight Shift: Cara Salinas, Reservations & Communications

Sep 19, 2022

Career Ascent: Andrea Foster, SVP, Development, Marcus Hotels & Resorts

Andrea is passionate about paying it forward and offers lots of advice along with her career path in hotel development.

Career Ascent: Andrea Foster, SVP, Development, Marcus Hotels & Resorts

Sep 7, 2022

Presidential Moves: Jillian Katcher Takes the Top Spot at Twin Bridges Hospitality

Ever dream about landing the top job, but wonder what the path to get there actually looks like? We find out with Jillian as our guide.

Presidential Moves: Jillian Katcher Takes the Top Spot at Twin Bridges Hospitality

Aug 26, 2022

Naomi Heaton: the Woman Disrupting the Hotel Biz

Visionary Naomi Heaton has come from building one of London's most successful property businesses to take on the hotel sector.

Naomi Heaton: the Woman Disrupting the Hotel Biz

Aug 22, 2022

Las Qolqas' Luciana Martinez Angulo: Hospitality and Sustainability in Peru's Sacred Valley

How to bring sustainability and luxury to Peru's Sacred Valley? We chat with Las Qolqas' Luciana Martinez Angulo!

Las Qolqas' Luciana Martinez Angulo: Hospitality and Sustainability in Peru's Sacred Valley

Jul 19, 2022

Change: the One Constant

Maria is about to move to Whistler, BC to take a new role with Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts, she reflects on the move.

Jul 18, 2022

Delighting Luxury Guests at the Dorchester Collection: Zoe Jenkins, GM, Coworth Park

Some forty years into her career, Zoe Jenkins is still as motivated as ever to delight and deliver luxury service.

Delighting Luxury Guests at the Dorchester Collection: Zoe Jenkins, GM, Coworth Park

Jul 15, 2022

"Invest In Women. Pay Women. Hire Women." Dawn Gallagher on Leadership + the Shirt that Stole HSMAI

A strong believer in the power of women, Dawn shares her thoughts on leadership.

"Invest In Women. Pay Women. Hire Women." Dawn Gallagher on Leadership + the Shirt that Stole HSMAI

Jul 13, 2022

AAHOACON 2022: Let’s Build a Bigger Table for Women

New contributor Maria Navarro shares highlights from an insightful panel of female leaders at AAHOACON.

Jul 6, 2022

Katrin Rüfenacht, General Manager of 7132, the Breathtaking Swiss Hotel that Delights with Design

Alpine luxury is scaling new heights through design and service, we get the scoop from GM Katrin.

Katrin Rüfenacht, General Manager of 7132, the Breathtaking Swiss Hotel that Delights with Design

Jul 1, 2022

The First Woman to Win World’s Best Pastry Chef Comes to London: Jessica Préalpato

It takes a French woman to reimagine the English Tradition of Afternoon Tea, award-winning pastry chef Jessica shares how she did it!

The First Woman to Win World’s Best Pastry Chef Comes to London: Jessica Préalpato

Jun 29, 2022

Carving Out Her Lucrative Niche: Eileen Ford of Haines Hotel Services Sells Extended-Stay

Wanting to be home more for her kids, Eileen started her own firm focused on selling extended-stay properties.

Carving Out Her Lucrative Niche: Eileen Ford of Haines Hotel Services Sells Extended-Stay

Jun 22, 2022

Making History at The Carlyle: Marlene Poynder is the First Woman to Lead the Iconic NYC Hotel

For the first time in the 90+ year history of The Carlyle Hotel, a woman has been appointed managing director.

Making History at The Carlyle: Marlene Poynder is the First Woman to Lead the Iconic NYC Hotel

Jun 7, 2022

How Carmen Otero said "I DO" and Grew Weddings Biz for the Sofitel Legend Santa Clara in Cartagena

Thanks to the pandemic, 2022 is shaping up to have the most weddings since 1984. We learn how one hotel is saying I DO.

How Carmen Otero said "I DO" and Grew Weddings Biz for the Sofitel Legend Santa Clara in Cartagena

May 29, 2022

Leading the way for women in Saudi Arabia: Maria Bou Eid, The House Hotel Jeddah City Yard

Saudi Arabia is building up tourism as part of a massive economic development program, Vision 2030. Women are a big part of the changes.

May 19, 2022

Louise Bang, RVP, Sales + Distribution - Caribbean + Latin America, Marriott International

Louise Bang has worked her way up the ranks in sales with Marriott, she shares her story...and what GLEISURE is.

Louise Bang, RVP, Sales + Distribution - Caribbean + Latin America, Marriott International

May 11, 2022

A Clear Vision: Crystal Vinisse Thomas, Vice President and Global Brand Leader, Hyatt

No surprise she's named Crystal! We chat about her clear vision of the brands she’s helped create and her impressive career journey.

May 8, 2022

Mother-Daughter Duo: Frances and Ariela Kiradjian

In honor of Mother's Day, we're profiling families that work together. They share the joys and the challenges.

Mother-Daughter Duo: Frances and Ariela Kiradjian

Apr 27, 2022

You Can’t Spell Hero Without HER: Ivy Wyche

Ivy shares a heartwarming story of guest service and tells us a bit about what attracted her to a career in hospitality.

You Can’t Spell Hero Without HER: Ivy Wyche

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