Criminally Delicious: Verónica Garrido Martínez, Head Pastry Chef, Great Scotland Yard Hotel
The creator of London's most arresting Afternoon Tea–her tale from Michelin-starred kitchens in Madrid to the new Great Scotland Yard Hotel
Jun 18, 2021


Petra Deuter, new CEO of HV Hospitality
Born in Chicago to German immigrants, Petra's career has taken her around the globe. She's gone from airlines to hotels, now a CEO.
Jun 15, 2021


Olympian to CEO: Carrie Englert Zimmerman
From the balance beam to the board room, Carrie Englert Zimmerman, has used her athletic excellence to achieve success as an entrepreneur.
Jun 11, 2021


Can't Spell Hero Without HER: Macarena San Martin
From collecting litter to caring for elderly neighbors, Macarena did her best to help her community during the last year.
Jun 4, 2021


Wellness Woman: Diana Stobo, Entrepreneur & Owner, The Retreat Costa Rica
Intuition has guided entrepreneur Diana Stobo in making the best deicions in her career, including purchasing the land for The Retreat.
May 31, 2021


Alpa Patel, Founder & CEO of Spaceez
Trying to help her father update his motel in Texas led Alpa to build an innovative design firm, but she first had to build her self-esteem.
May 17, 2021


Joanne Taylor-Stagg, General Manager, The Athenaeum Hotel & Residences, London
As a girl in South Africa, Joanne loved five-star afternoon tea with her granny Sue. Now she's GM of London's glam Athenaeum Hotel.
May 4, 2021


Part 3: Gilda Perez-Alvarado, Global CEO, JLL Hotels & Hospitality
In our final interview, we learn about Gilda’s experience as a woman in real estate and adjusting to life as a new working mother.
Apr 30, 2021


Part 2: Gilda Perez-Alvarado, Global CEO, JLL Hotels & Hospitality
Part 2 in a series of interviews with Gilda Perez-Alvarado, CEO, JLL Hotels & Hospitality. She predicts what's next for the lodging sector.
Apr 28, 2021


Decanting the Secrets of a Top Sommelier: Melody Wong, The Carlton Tower Jumeirah
Melody Wong spills the secrets of being a top sommelier, she shares her career path and best wine tips.
Apr 27, 2021


Gilda Perez-Alvarado, Global CEO, JLL Hotels & Hospitality
What a year for Gilda Perez-Alvarado: promotion to CEO, becoming a mom at age 39, all during a global pandemic. She shares her career path.
Apr 26, 2021


Eco-minded: Isabel Goldsmith-Patiño
Meet Isabel Goldsmith-Patiño, eco-minded hotel proprietor of Las Alamandas in Mexico, who gives tips on creating an eco-friendly resort.
Apr 12, 2021


5 Tips for Serving Celebrities from Party Entrepreneur Tiffany N. Young
Entrepreneur Tiffany N. Young has built a thriving party business in Atlanta, she dishes on how to attract and serve a celebrity clientele.
Apr 3, 2021


How to Work with Your (Romantic) Partner: Keith and Nicole Goldstein, Cielo Lodge, Costa Rica
Can you work with your other half? Nicole Goldstein shares her story of building Cielo Lodge, Costa Rica with her husband, Keith.
Mar 31, 2021


Navigating New Motherhood: How Francesca Marcigliano Became More Efficient after Becoming a Mom
Returning to work after having a baby is never easy: you’re getting used to a new (demanding) person in your life, your body is healing...
Mar 29, 2021


Jenny Lucas, Senior Vice President, Operations, Loews Hotels & Co
What does it take to move up the corporate ladder in the hotel industry? Do you constantly need to be on the treadmill of looking...
Mar 26, 2021


How I Got a Job: 363 Days and Over 150 Applications Later, Raquel Toro is Happily Employed
About Raquel: Raquel Toro is 47 years old, lives in Chicago, is married with two daughters-- a 22-year-old at the University of Iowa and...
Mar 21, 2021


Abby Murtagh, General Manager, Arizona Biltmore, a Waldorf Astoria Resort
Spearheading one of the most anticipated hotel openings of 2021, General Manager Abby Murtagh is busy. Not only is the country, and the...
Mar 10, 2021


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