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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!


What It Really Takes to Lead in a Family Business: Lindsey Ueberroth on Credibility, Independence, and Change
Lindsey Ueberroth on leading a family business, pushing back on the “nepo baby” narrative, and why true independence matters in hospitality.
6 days ago7 min read


Maud Bailly, CEO, Sofitel, MGallery & Emblems on Power, Performance, and Why Luxury Still Has a Gender Problem
Maud Bailly on leading Sofitel, MGallery & Emblems, breaking gender barriers in luxury hospitality, and the leadership habits that make power sustainable.
Jan 197 min read


Aethos CEO Lily Wecker Is Rethinking What Leadership in Hospitality Looks Like
Aethos CEO Lily Wecker explains why modern loneliness is fueling experiential travel, and how she’s scaling a purpose-led hospitality brand without losing its soul.
Jan 137 min read


Shannon Knapp, President and CEO of Leading Hotels of the World, On What Real Leadership Looks Like and Why Independent Luxury Matters More Than Ever
Shannon Knapp, CEO of Leading Hotels of the World, shares her perspective on independent luxury, leadership, loyalty, ambition, and what it takes to lead at scale.
Jan 96 min read


Jenna Hackett, SVP, Hilton on Building Lifestyle Brands and the Mentor Who Changed Her Career
Jenna shares how mentorship shaped her career and how she builds and leads Hilton’s lifestyle brands.
Dec 20, 20257 min read


Scoop: Tamara Lohan on Leadership, Motherhood, and Redefining Luxury in Her New Role at Hyatt
Tamara Lohan shares her vision for Hyatt’s luxury brands and opens up about leadership, motherhood, ambition, and supporting women in hospitality.
Dec 5, 20255 min read


The Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour, Miami GM Eugenia Dwyer: Leadership Lessons, Art Basel, and Culture-Driven Luxury Travel
Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour GM Eugenia Dwyer shares her leadership journey, Art Basel programming, and insights on culture-driven luxury travel for women in hospitality.
Nov 30, 20256 min read


How Maria d’Orey Built Serenity – The Art of Well Being Into a Global Wellness Hospitality Brand
Meet Maria d’Orey, the female leader behind Serenity – The Art of Well Being, transforming Portuguese wellness into an international hospitality brand focused on people-first care.
Nov 23, 20254 min read


Meet Elena Biniari, the GM Who Starts Her Day with CrossFit, Ends with Gratitude, and Leads with Heart
Hyatt Regency Thessaloniki GM Elena Biniari shares her journey from beach bar waitress to five-star leader, balancing mindfulness, motherhood, and modern hospitality.
Oct 30, 20255 min read


Breaking Barriers and Building Revenue: Jelissa Toro Reid on Leadership, Mentorship, and Latina Power in Hospitality
Latina leader Jelissa Toro Reid shares how she’s redefining hospitality through data, mentorship, and heart at The Standard Hotels in New York.
Oct 16, 20258 min read
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