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 19


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 13


Merilee Karr, CEO of UnderTheDoormat, on Building Trust, Tech, and a Safer Future for Short-Term Stays
How Merilee Karr went from Shell exec to short-term rental trailblazer, redefining travel with trust, tech, and a human touch at UnderTheDoormat.
Oct 27, 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


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


Keeping It Real: Sally Bunnell on the Highs and Lows of Building Travel’s Most Disruptive New Video Platform
Sally Bunnell built NaVi Savi to change how we travel—authentic short-form videos, bookable experiences, and big plans ahead.
Apr 9, 2025


Barbara Muckermann Breaks New Ground as First Female CEO of Kempinski Hotels
Barbara Muckermann is the first female CEO of Kempinski Hotels, joining during a period of significant expansion and growth for the brand.
May 21, 2024


Just the Good Stuff for Emilie Hoyt, CEO of LATHER
Debilitating migraines inspired Emilie Hoyt to explore natural ingredients and start LATHER in 1999. Here's how she built her business.
Mar 11, 2024


SHAZAM! The Unexpected Superpowers of Female Founders
Female Founders in Hospitality surveyed their members...and SHAZAM! the results revealed the incredible superpowers of these entrepreneurs.
Dec 4, 2023


Guiding Lights: Julie Arrowsmith, President and CEO of G6 Hospitality
From crunching numbers in the corporate world to leading G6 Hospitality as CEO, Julie Arrowsmith is shining a light for women to follow.
Oct 2, 2023


Breaking News: Hyatt to Acquire Mr & Mrs Smith--Exclusive Quote from Tamara Lohan, Co-Founder + CEO
Celebrating with Tamara Lohan, Co-Founder + CEO of Mr & Mrs Smith on the sale of the company to Hyatt. She shares her 20-year journey.
Apr 28, 2023


Meet the Woman Predicting the Future of Travel: Jenny Southan, Founder & CEO, Globetrender
Wondering what is next? Meet the woman predicting the future of travel, Jenny Southan, Founder & CEO, Gloebtrender.
Apr 26, 2023


Mandy Farmer, CEO, Accent Inns on How to Create a Caring Workplace Culture
From a "Care Bear" executive team to a Shaggin' Wagon, Mandy Farmer leads in her own way and it really works. She shares why and how.
Apr 6, 2023


Inspiring Look at the Super Women of Norway Through Travel
A new tour by Up Norway shines a light on gender equality by focusing on female stories throughout the country.
Jan 24, 2023


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