Travel Needs Women at the Top: Julia Simpson on Merit, Money, and Momentum
WTTC President Julia Simpson on why meritocracy needs structure, how travel drives GDP, and the urgent need for more women in travel and tourism leadership.
Jun 19


Backlash or Breakthrough? At IWTTF, Women in Travel Double Down
In the face of DEI backlash, IWTTF goes hard with honest conversations on why we the travel industry needs to double down on inclusivity.
Jun 19


Wellness, Wisdom, and the Power of Letting Go: Mirella Prandelli at Lefay Resorts & Residences
Journalist-turned-PR leader Mirella Prandelli shares her journey at Lefay Resorts, redefining luxury wellness, motherhood, and the power of letting go.
Jun 18


Seen and Heard: Women in Hospitality Talk Visibility, Personal Branding, and Career Growth
Women in hospitality share real talk on visibility, personal branding, and career growth at Inspire’s “How to Impact Your Visibility” networking event.
Jun 13


When the Unthinkable Becomes Routine
In a departure from our usual content, columnist Nancy Mendelson reflects on the scary state of the union.
Jun 11


NYU IHIF 2025, Smaller Crowd, Bigger Questions—and a Resilient Refrain: Travel is a Need, Not a Want
The scoop from the 2025 NYU IHIF -- hot topics, women on the scene and what to look for in hotel investment in 2025.
Jun 11


Rooted in Purpose: Barry Sternlicht’s Journey from His Mother’s Garden to Global Hospitality
Starwood Capital's Barry Sternlicht shares how his mother’s influence shaped his creative vision, entrepreneurial drive, and commitment to purpose-driven hospitality.
Jun 4


Rachel Vandenberg: Redefining Leadership Through Empathy, Intention, and Service
Hotelier, coach, and now flight attendant—Rachel Vandenberg shares how empathy, leadership, and purpose shape her many roles in life and hospitality.
Jun 3


Mr. May: Rob Weeden, Area General Manager, Shangri-La Hotels, Australia
Rob Weeden, Area GM at Shangri-La, shares how he’s championing gender equality, tech innovation, and leadership with heart in hospitality.
May 30


How The Calile Became One of the World’s 50 Best Hotels: Catherine Malouf on Legacy, Lifestyle, and Leadership
Catherine Malouf’s first hotel project, The Calile, made the World’s 50 Best Hotels list twice. She shares the story behind its bold rise to global fame.
May 27


Doing Good Is Good Business: Three Hospitality Companies Changing Lives and Boosting the Bottom Line
Doing good is good for business! Three hospitality companies prove that purpose and profit can go hand in hand—creating impact through procurement, care, and training.
May 25


What’s Really Next for Wellness Travel, According to the Experts
At the Citizen Femme x Allbright Passport To event three experts reveal the 7 trends shaping wellness in luxury travel.
May 21


Leading With Purpose: Gözde Eren, Area Vice President, Hyatt Hotels & Resorts, on Mistakes, Mentorship, and the Power of Accountability
From minibars to mentorship, Gözde Eren shares her unconventional path, lessons in leadership, and how Hyatt is building a more inclusive future.
May 19


Trailblazers in Hospitality & Hotels: Career Curves, Comfort Food, and the (Very Real) Cost of Being a Woman in Charge
Four women share bold truths on leadership, failure, and allyship—reshaping hospitality with heart, grit, and purpose at Passport To 2025 in London.
May 17


Get Ready for the Age of Femmefluence: 5 Female Travel Trends Redefining Hospitality
A new report reveals how women are redefining travel. From solo adventures to healing retreats, here are five trends shaping hospitality for women.
May 16


Meet the Butleress: How Deidre Dukes Is Sabering Stereotypes at The St. Regis Chicago
Deidre Dukes brings grace, grit, and sabrage flair to The St. Regis Chicago—meet the “Butleress” redefining luxury hospitality.
May 13


The Power of Progress: 7 Takeaways from AHLA ForWard 2025
From owning your intuition to redefining leadership, here’s what made the 2025 ForWard Conference the most powerful one yet.
May 12


Hospitality, Rebooted: Mews Unfold 2025 Makes A Case For Human-First Tech
From Monica Galetti's heartfelt interview to hard-hitting insights on AI, agility, and authenticity, MEWS UNFOLD 2025 showed how tech can power hospitality—without replacing its humanity.
May 11


Quiet Power, Big Impact: Women Talk Ambition on Their Terms
Women in hospitality share real talk on ambition, leadership, burnout, and purpose in this powerful LinkedIn Live. Here are the key takeaways!
May 8


Family, Food, and the Hardcore Heart of Laura Lee Flanagan
Laura Lee Flanagan's "Hardcore Vegetarian" cookbook blends family recipes, bold storytelling, and fearless flavor—shared from the heart.
May 8


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