

Redefining What Counts As “Time Well Spent”
Redefining “time well spent”: it’s not just productivity, but processing life—grief, joy, love. Quiet reflection is essential, not wasted.
Sep 4, 2025


Hotels Still Lag on Gender Equality in the Boardroom, Finds New Report
Hotels show progress on gender equality but still lag behind. New report reveals women hold just 33% of board seats, far from parity.
Sep 3, 2025


Barbara Muckermann on Steering Kempinski’s Future and Elevating Women in Hospitality
Barbara Muckermann is steering Kempinski into its next chapter with vision and authenticity, showing that true luxury is not just about properties but about people, culture, and purpose.
Sep 2, 2025


Five Marketing Mindset Lessons Everyone Can Use
Real-world lessons from hospitality show how a marketing mindset rooted in purpose, wellness & community helps us connect more meaningfully. Leora Halpern Lanz shares key takeaways from her new book!
Aug 28, 2025


How Barbara Muckermann Went from Cruises to the Helm of Kempinski
From Silversea to Kempinski, Barbara Muckermann reveals her path to the top, including lessons from crises and luxury brand building.
Aug 28, 2025


From Country Girl to CEO: Carolyn Turnbull on Why Nammos Is Hospitality’s Next Big Luxury Brand
Carolyn Turnbull’s journey spans IHG, Hyatt, Aman, and now Nammos Hotels, where she’s redefining luxury hospitality with bold vision and endless joy.
Aug 22, 2025


Why Being Seen Matters More Than Being Perfect
We spend our lives chasing perfection, but what we truly crave is to be seen. Nancy Mendelson on why being noticed isn’t the same as being valued.
Aug 21, 2025


Connection is the Most Valuable Currency: Highlights from Virtuoso Travel Week 2025
Virtuoso Travel Week 2025 proved that in luxury travel, connection is currency—powered by women leaders, smart tech, bold data, and trusted advisors.
Aug 17, 2025


Mr. August: Jonathan Tisch — The Original Ally
Hospitality icon Jonathan Tisch reflects on leadership, legacy, and lasting impact in this exclusive Q&A. Discover why he’s our Male Ally of the Month and how his values have shaped the hotel industry.
Aug 16, 2025


Leading with Flavor: Chef Gaia Bartolini’s Rise in the Hilton Kitchen
Chef Gaia Bartolini went from marble sculptor to Hilton award-winner. Her bold journey proves passion can take you anywhere — plus her squid ragu recipe!
Aug 15, 2025


He Said Whattt? Snappy Comments For Sexist Bullsh*t (Revisited)
Like all of our hertelier content, we never know which topics will resonate in real time…or over time, which is why we frequently check...
Aug 6, 2025


Male Ally of the Month: Paul McDonald on Confidence, Culture, and Creating Real Change at The Dorchester Collection
Paul McDonald is hertelier’s Male Ally of the Month for July, proving allyship is action, not words. Highlights from his talk at OutThere's Icons of Inclusion.
Jul 30, 2025
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