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Herstory: in-depth interviews with women at all stages of their hospitality careers where we share what drew them in, their challenges, successes, and a quickfire on fun personal interests. These articles will inspire you!


Jan 295 min read
From Crisis to Connection: How the W Shanghai Redefined Hospitality for a Traveler in Need
Stranded in Shanghai, Kim Lawton found unexpected care and friendship through the extraordinary hospitality of the team at the W.


Jan 248 min read
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 207 min read
Karen Magee: President of Valerie Wilson Travel (VWT) on Rebranding, Mentorship & Making It All Work
Karen Magee, President of Valerie Wilson Travel, shares insights on rebranding, mentorship, and balancing leadership with motherhood.


Jan 105 min read
Trains, Yachts, and Timeless Luxury: Gilda Perez-Alvarado on Her First Year Leading Orient-Express
Gilda Perez-Alvarado journey from JLL to leading Accor's bold vision for Orient Express, redefining luxury with trains, yachts, and hotels.

Nov 25, 20246 min read
Herstory: Meredith Marin – From a Family of Butchers to a Global Vegan Hospitality Consultant
From a family of butchers to a global vegan expert, Meredith Marin is changing hospitality with plant-based innovation and sustainability.


Nov 4, 20249 min read
Inside The Real Hotels: How Leigh Silkunas Is Bringing Real Housewives Fans Closer to Their Favorite Getaways
Bravo fan? Leigh Silkunas helps superfans stay at Real Housewives hotels! From career highs to hot trends, she spills it all in this Q&A!


Nov 1, 20245 min read
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.


Oct 14, 20246 min read
From Border Kid to Luxury Hospitality Leader: Celebrating Claudia Scrase’s Journey and Hispanic Heritage Month
Claudia Scrase shares her journey from the U.S.-Mexico border to Four Seasons Tower Bridge for Hispanic Heritage Month. Here's herstory...


Aug 28, 20246 min read
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 19, 20245 min read
Cut to the Chase: Rena Shah on Chase Travel's Growth, Hot Travel Trends, plus Insider Tips on Using Your Points!Â
With $10 Billion in sales, Chase Travel's growth is astonishing! We get the scoop on the group, plus travel trends + points tips for you!
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