hot topics | hertelier

Welcome

We have a new YouTube channel!

hertelier is an online media platform that enlightens and inspires women in hospitality to pursue, navigate and nurture their careers at every stage, through sharing information and sparking conversation.

scroll

Latest stories....

Hey, come join our Facebook group for insider chat!

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.

Key Takeaways from the Cornell Women in Hospitality Panel

An expert panel of educators and women leading the hotels and travel sector gives advice for women and the industry.

5 Irritating Phrases You Should Avoid Writing in Emails

A LinkedIn post with over 95k views (!) inspired us to summarise the best advice to avoid coming off petty or passive-aggressive in emails

Why "The White Lotus" is So Haunting for Hoteliers

Have you watched The White Lotus? It cuts so close to the bone, some hoteliers are desperate for a support group.

Weight, what??

A weighty question...Nancy unpacks years of baggage related to eating and body image.

New Study on Women and Minorities in Hospitality: Change Starting from Entry-Level not Leadership

A new study of 400 globally shows that women and minorities still are not well represented in hospitality leadership, but change is afoot.

Am I right??!!??

Nancy unpacks why she likes to be right...and how to get heard in the first place.

Is it Easier to Apologize than Ask for Permission?

A common conundrum. What is the best way: to ask first or to say sorry?

Hospitable Bridge–the VC Fund for Women You Need to Know About

Exclusive chat with successful entrepreneur Kristina O'Neal about the new VC fund supporting women-owned startups.

Boss Wants to be Besties and It's Not Cool

Advice columnist Nancy Mendelson helps a reader deal with a boss who's friendly, but not in a good way.

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.

Networking Spotlight: Women in Travel Thrive Day of Impact

Lots of buzz around this week's networking event hosted by Women in Travel Thrive, we chat with founder Silvia Camarota.

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.

Final Five Teams Vie for $50,000 prize in "She Has a Deal"

Innovative hotel real estate competition that teaches women the art of the deal announces finalists.

Overtourism: Lessons for a Better Future?

A new book by the Center for Responsible Travel (CREST) sees COVID-19 as a chance for a reset and offers ideas for sustainable tourism.

Don't Get Stuck in the Middle: 7 Tips to Stand Out for Mid-Level Management Jobs from a Hotel HR Pro

The search for entry-level talent is grabbing the headlines, yet it is super competitive to snag mid-level jobs. 7 winning tips from a pro.

Must See Movie: DUTY FREE, the story of a hotel housekeeper and her son, perfect for Mother's Day

Mother's Day movie that will melt your heart, the tale of a 75-year-old housekeeper who's son takes her on the adventure of her life.

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.

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.

Eco-minded: Michelle Devlin, head of sustainability, Red Carnation Hotels

Head of sustainability for luxury brand Red Carnation Hotels, Michelle Devlin sheds light on why and how eco-friendly practices can work for