From Bussing Tables to Commanding Boardrooms: Dr. Lalia Rach Shares What’s On Her Extraordinary Mind!
Dr. Lalia Rach on leadership, failure, and why hospitality is a career—not just a job. Her inspiring rise in hospitality and academia.
1 day ago

From Hotels to Historic Royal Palaces: How Ann Wilson Turned Hospitality Into a Regal Career
The grand story of a regal move from hotels to sales for the iconic Historic Royal Palaces for Ann Wilson.
5 days ago

From Chemistry to Culture: How Hazel Hagans Farris Leads with Heart at Le Meridien Washington, D.C., The Madison
From PBX operator to GM—and now a new mom—Hazel Hagans Farris leads with heart, hustle, and a passion for empowering her team.
Apr 3

From Cape Cod to the C-Suite: How Sara Masterson’s People-First Leadership is Shaping Olympia Hospitality
From Cape Cod beginnings to Olympia Hospitality President, Sara Masterson proves soft skills are the foundation of great leadership.
Mar 19

Cooking Up an Extraordinary Career: Nicole Zima Lands Executive Chef Role at Hilton Munich Airport
Nicole Zima’s culinary journey with Hilton spans 15 years, and led to her become Executive Chef at Hilton Munich Airport. She's cookin'!
Mar 5


Revolutionary Career: How Trisha Pérez Kennealy Transformed Historic Buildings into the Award-Winning Inn at Hastings Park
Leaving finance for hospitality, Trisha pioneered her own path developing the historic buildings into the luxurious Inn at Hastings Park.
Feb 18

Tiffany Cooper Talks Mentorship, Impostor Syndrome, and Building Mandarin Oriental’s Future
From sales coordinator to Mandarin Oriental leader, Tiffany Cooper shares career insights, tackling impostor syndrome, and mentorship.
Jan 24


The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko: Women Shaping Hospitality in a New Era
Meet three women at The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko, redefining hospitality in Japan with a focus on exceptional guest service.
Nov 1, 2024


From Eloise at The Plaza to Leading The Chancery Rosewood: Rising Star Jessica Tapfar Shares Her Journey
One of London's most anticipated new openings for 2025 is The Chancery Rosewood. We meet the lady leading the project, Jessica Tapfar.
Aug 28, 2024


Meet Dorothy Jennings: The Powerhouse Behind NYU's Renowned Hospitality Conference
For 46 years Dorothy Jennings has been essential to building the NYU Hotel Investment Conference into the prominent gathering it is today.
May 31, 2024


How My Career Led Me to a Family: Spa Director Leesa Jones, The Tryall Club, Jamaica
Starting in spas, she flew to the sky with Virgin Atlantic, then to Necker Island, where she met her husband. Read about Leesa's adventure!
Apr 2, 2024


How to Get on the Career Ladder: Tashea Lowery, Corporate Director of Human Resources, Salamander Collection
Tashea Lowery shares her career journey into human resources and hospitality. She offers tips and insights for job seekers in luxury travel
Feb 22, 2024


Elizabeth Wolff, a Pillar of the Lodging Conference, Shares Her Story of Family and Hospitality
We get the inside scoop on the evolution of The Lodging Conference with Elizabeth "Liz" Wolff.
Oct 13, 2023


Desislava “Desi” Petkova, Executive Housekeeper, Hyatt Regency London – The Churchill
In celebration of International Housekeepers Week, we chat with Desi Petkova, Executive Housekeeper at Hyatt Regency London -- The Churchill
Sep 4, 2023


Eva Mount on the Opening of The BoTree Hotel in London
The highly anticipated opening of the BoTree will happen on September 15 in London. We get the scoop from the woman in charge, Eva Mount!
Aug 30, 2023


7 Lessons from the Field: Amberle Bryant, Area Director of Operations, Sonesta Hotels
Amberle Bryant worked her way up in sales to become a GM and now oversees multiple properties for Sonesta. She shares 7 important lessons.
Aug 9, 2023


Bringing Sustainability to Istanbul: Ayşe Zeynep Sezerel, Owner, No11 Hotel
Growing up with a restauranteur father and realtor mother, it seems logical Ayşe would venture into hospitality. Her story is inspiring!
Jul 13, 2023


Meet the Woman Predicting the Future of Travel: Jenny Southan, Founder & CEO, Globetrender
Wondering what is next? Meet the woman predicting the future of travel, Jenny Southan, Founder & CEO, Gloebtrender.
Apr 26, 2023


Moving on Up with Stephany Chen, EVP, Global Hotel Desk, JLL
Not one to shy away from opportunity, Stephany shares her path from Michigan State to EVP at JLL, with stints in Chicago and Shanghai!
Apr 17, 2023


Bringing Spark by Hilton to Life
What does it take to bring a hotel brand to life? We chat with Alissa Klees about the new Spark by Hilton, her career, and being a mom.
Feb 6, 2023

