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Sep 4

Desislava “Desi” Petkova, Executive Housekeeper, Hyatt Regency London – The Churchill

In celebration of International Housekeepers Week, we chat with Desi Petkova, Executive Housekeeper at Hyatt Regency London -- The Churchill

Desislava “Desi” Petkova, Executive Housekeeper, Hyatt Regency London – The Churchill

Aug 30

Eva Mount on the Opening of The BoTree Hotel in London

The highly anticipated opening of the BoTree will happen on September 15 in London. We get the scoop from the woman in charge, Eva Mount!

Eva Mount on the Opening of The BoTree Hotel in London

Aug 9

7 Lessons from the Field: Amberle Bryant, Area Director of Operations, Sonesta Hotels

Amberle Bryant worked her way up in sales to become a GM and now oversees multiple properties for Sonesta. She shares 7 important lessons.

7 Lessons from the Field: Amberle Bryant, Area Director of Operations, Sonesta Hotels

Jul 13

Bringing Sustainability to Istanbul: Ayşe Zeynep Sezerel, Owner, No11 Hotel

Growing up with a restauranteur father and realtor mother, it seems logical Ayşe would venture into hospitality. Her story is inspiring!

Bringing Sustainability to Istanbul: Ayşe Zeynep Sezerel, Owner, No11 Hotel

Apr 26

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.

Meet the Woman Predicting the Future of Travel: Jenny Southan, Founder & CEO, Globetrender

Apr 17

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!

Moving on Up with Stephany Chen, EVP, Global Hotel Desk, JLL

Feb 6

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.

Nov 28, 2022

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.

Overcoming Obstacles: Stacia Harvey Randall

Sep 19, 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.

Career Ascent: Andrea Foster, SVP, Development, Marcus Hotels & Resorts

Aug 26, 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.

Naomi Heaton: the Woman Disrupting the Hotel Biz

May 11, 2022

A Clear Vision: Crystal Vinisse Thomas, Vice President and Global Brand Leader, Hyatt

No surprise she's named Crystal! We chat about her clear vision of the brands she’s helped create and her impressive career journey.

Feb 23, 2022

Running a Family Business: Julie Hastings, Marketing Director, Hastings Hotels

Belfast is having a moment thanks to the film with *swoon* Jamie Dornan. Here's the scoop on running a family biz in Northern Ireland!

Feb 7, 2022

Double Exposure: Growing Up Amish Brings Focus to Luxury Hotel Photographer Mary Blank

Mary had never been on a plane until she was 24, how did she become a go-to for luxury hotel photography?

Double Exposure: Growing Up Amish Brings Focus to Luxury Hotel Photographer Mary Blank

Jan 8, 2022

Tipping in a Cashless World: Elle Rustique, founder and CEO, TipBrightly

Less than 18 % of people carry cash today, and tipped workers are feeling it. Former educator Elle Rustique has come up with a solution!

Tipping in a Cashless World: Elle Rustique, founder and CEO, TipBrightly

Nov 30, 2021

Creating the Caribbean Dream: Patricia Affonso Dass, CEO and Group GM Ocean Hotels, Barbados

A native to the islands, warm hospitality has always been in her blood. Patricia shares her Caribbean career journey.

Creating the Caribbean Dream: Patricia Affonso Dass, CEO and Group GM Ocean Hotels, Barbados

Nov 24, 2021

From Drag Shows to Speed Dating–GM Sherry Abedi Brings the Buzz to Viceroy Hotels

Sherry worked her way up through all hotel departments and credits her variety of experience to her success.

From Drag Shows to Speed Dating–GM Sherry Abedi Brings the Buzz to Viceroy Hotels

Oct 11, 2021

Can't Spell Hero without HER: Michelle Walder, C Card Creator & Director of Operations, NOMAD London

Inspired by her own experiences battling Hodgkin's lymphoma twice, Michelle created the C Card to help cancer patients and their carers.

Can't Spell Hero without HER: Michelle Walder, C Card Creator & Director of Operations, NOMAD London

Aug 26, 2021

What it's Like to Run the World's Largest Hotel Data Company: Amanda Hite, STR

Leading STR through international growth, acquisition by CoStar for $450 million in 2019, and now the pandemic...she's a warrior, wife, mom.

What it's Like to Run the World's Largest Hotel Data Company: Amanda Hite, STR

Jun 30, 2021

5 Wellness Trends in Luxury Hotel Operations with Liv Gussing Burgess

Liv started as a butler at the St. Regis in NYC, then she helped build Aman. We tap her expertise on what's next for luxury and wellness

5 Wellness Trends in Luxury Hotel Operations with Liv Gussing Burgess

Jun 26, 2021

Lodging Legend: Valerie Ferguson, Regional General Manager, Deluxe Resorts at Walt Disney World

Literal legend in the industry, Val has led the way not only for women but for all people of color...opening doors and shattering ceilings.

Lodging Legend: Valerie Ferguson, Regional General Manager, Deluxe Resorts at Walt Disney World

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