

Richard Thompson on Inclusive Travel: The $740 Billion Market Hotels Overlook
Meet our Mr. October, Richard Thompson, a pioneer redefining accessible travel. After a life-changing spinal injury, he’s made it his mission to help luxury hotels be more inclusive.
Oct 20, 2025


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, 2025


Skyscanner’s Top 6 Travel Trends and Trending Destinations for 2026
Skyscanner’s 2026 Travel Trends reveal how travellers—especially women—are redefining beauty, books, and hotels as the destinations themselves.
Oct 14, 2025


Record-Breaking Lodging Conference 2025 Reveals Optimism, Innovation, and the Power of Women in Hospitality
More than 3,000 hospitality leaders gathered at The Lodging Conference 2025, marking 30 years of resilience, innovation, and...rising women in leadership!
Oct 14, 2025


How Listening Became Rosanna Maietta’s Superpower as AHLA’s President & CEO
AHLA President Rosanna Maietta shares how her journalism roots shaped her leadership, the power of listening, and her mission to empower women in hospitality.
Oct 9, 2025


The Surprising Secrets to a Successful Career Pivot
From hotel president to Broadway boss, Charlotte St. Martin shares the secrets, grit, and 422 meetings behind her powerful career pivot and leadership success.
Oct 6, 2025


Herstory: Abigail Tan on Leading St Giles and Building Hotels with Heart
Abigail Tan, CEO of St Giles Hotels, on women in hospitality, values-driven leadership, and Hotels with Heart—an award-winning social impact program.
Oct 1, 2025


The Most Underused App on Your Phone: The Call Button!
Do you hide behind your inbox? Nancy Mendelson unpacks why real conversations build clarity, trust, and stronger relationships.
Sep 30, 2025


Cooking Without Borders: Hilton’s Chef Gemma Carlassara’s Culinary Journey Rooted in Tradition and Connection
Executive Chef Gemma Carlassara blends Italian roots with global flavors at Hilton Sofia, creating soulful dishes and leading with empathy and authenticity.
Sep 29, 2025


Past Our Prime? Prime Time to Think Again!
Ageism is the bias that won’t age out—hurting health, careers, and culture. It’s time to call it out and value wisdom, resilience, and experience at every stage.
Sep 26, 2025


Male Ally of the Month: Philip Bolson
Meet Mr. September, Philip Bolson, founder of the Hospitality Junior Board. Learn why our Ally of the Month, is dedicated to giving young talent a voice in hospitality.
Sep 24, 2025


DEI in the Face of Anti-DEI: Hospitality Leaders Keep It Real
Hospitality leaders at the Independent Hotel Show Miami share real talk on sustaining DEI in a challenging climate—why inclusion is culture, not policy.
Sep 19, 2025
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