Bringing the Heat: Yulissa Acosta, Chef de Cuisine, Mountain Shadows Resort
Yulissa shares her journey from culinary student to Chef de Cuisine at Hearth '61 in Scottsdale's Mountain Shadow Resort.
Apr 28, 2023


A Day in the Life: Daria Duraj, F&B Manager, Andaz London Liverpool Street, a Concept by Hyatt
Daria turned a part-time waitressing gig into a thriving career in F&B. She shares her path and how Hyatt supports LBGTQ + team members.
Apr 24, 2023


Moving on Up with Stephany Chen, EVP, Global Hotel Desk, JLL
Not one to shy away from opportunity, Stephany shares her path from Michigan State to EVP at JLL, with stints in Chicago and Shanghai!
Apr 17, 2023


Shangri-La at The Shard, London’s new F&B Director, Ela Shehu on the Rise of Her Career
How do you end up running the food and beverage operations at the tallest hotel in London? We hear from Ela Shehu, the new F&B Director!
Apr 14, 2023


Unleashing Her Potential in the Middle East: Judith Cartwright, Black Coral Consulting
After working around the world, Judith's career has flourished in Dubai. She shares why the Middle East holds vast opportunities for women.
Mar 6, 2023


Data, Darling... How Monica Xuereb Became Chief Commercial Officer, Loews Hotels & Co
Wondering what it takes to lead commercial strategy for a luxury hotel brand? Monica Xuereb shares her inspiring journey.
Feb 28, 2023


When Being Underestimated Is a Good Thing: Stacey Brown, First Hospitality
The advantages of being underestimated––just one of several important lessons Stacey Brown shares from her impressive career!
Feb 13, 2023


Bringing Spark by Hilton to Life
What does it take to bring a hotel brand to life? We chat with Alissa Klees about the new Spark by Hilton, her career, and being a mom.
Feb 6, 2023


Overcoming Obstacles: Stacia Harvey Randall
Sometimes we create our own obstacles. Stacia Harvey Reynolds reflects on her career and how she learned to get out of her own way.
Nov 28, 2022


Spotlight Shift: Cara Salinas, Reservations & Communications
Introducing a new column, Spotlight Shift, where we shine a light on the people that keep our hotels running––shift workers!
Oct 3, 2022


Career Ascent: Andrea Foster, SVP, Development, Marcus Hotels & Resorts
Andrea is passionate about paying it forward and offers lots of advice along with her career path in hotel development.
Sep 19, 2022


Presidential Moves: Jillian Katcher Takes the Top Spot at Twin Bridges Hospitality
Ever dream about landing the top job, but wonder what the path to get there actually looks like? We find out with Jillian as our guide.
Sep 7, 2022


Naomi Heaton: the Woman Disrupting the Hotel Biz
Visionary Naomi Heaton has come from building one of London's most successful property businesses to take on the hotel sector.
Aug 26, 2022


Las Qolqas' Luciana Martinez Angulo: Hospitality and Sustainability in Peru's Sacred Valley
How to bring sustainability and luxury to Peru's Sacred Valley? We chat with Las Qolqas' Luciana Martinez Angulo!
Aug 22, 2022


Change: the One Constant
Maria is about to move to Whistler, BC to take a new role with Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts, she reflects on the move.
Jul 19, 2022


Delighting Luxury Guests at the Dorchester Collection: Zoe Jenkins, GM, Coworth Park
Some forty years into her career, Zoe Jenkins is still as motivated as ever to delight and deliver luxury service.
Jul 18, 2022


"Invest In Women. Pay Women. Hire Women." Dawn Gallagher on Leadership + the Shirt that Stole HSMAI
A strong believer in the power of women, Dawn shares her thoughts on leadership.
Jul 15, 2022


AAHOACON 2022: Let’s Build a Bigger Table for Women
New contributor Maria Navarro shares highlights from an insightful panel of female leaders at AAHOACON.
Jul 13, 2022


Katrin Rüfenacht, General Manager of 7132, the Breathtaking Swiss Hotel that Delights with Design
Alpine luxury is scaling new heights through design and service, we get the scoop from GM Katrin.
Jul 6, 2022


The First Woman to Win World’s Best Pastry Chef Comes to London: Jessica Préalpato
It takes a French woman to reimagine the English Tradition of Afternoon Tea, award-winning pastry chef Jessica shares how she did it!
Jul 1, 2022


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