Women Leading Travel & Hospitality

Still buzzing from the excitement of our 2nd Annual Women Leading Travel & Hospitality Summit? Gear up for next year's event in #Atlanta! 🤩 #SavetheDate: June 9-11th, 2025! Prepare for another unforgettable experience! Will you be joining us again? Let us know! 💙 💚 Subscribe to our newsletter to receive all the updates for next year's event! 💌 https://bit.ly/42f4JCK #WomenLeadingTravelandHospitality #WLTH #WLTHSummit #WomeninTravel #WomeninHospitality #WomeninLeadership

Happy #MembershipMonday! Meet #WLTH member, Bridget Higgins 👋 Bridget Higgins is the Director, Front Office + Business Operations for Loyalty | Platform Operations + Experience Activation Team at Marriott International. With over 17 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Bridget has excelled in diverse roles across spa, front office, membership, and experience design. Her passion for people and dedication to building meaningful relationships have been the cornerstone of her career. In this interview, we asked her questions like: 🟢 𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕’𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒎𝒐𝒔𝒕 𝒊𝒎𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒑𝒆𝒐𝒑𝒍𝒆 𝒔𝒉𝒐𝒖𝒍𝒅 𝒌𝒏𝒐𝒘 𝒂𝒃𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒚𝒐𝒖? 🔵 "I firmly believe that you should give a lot of grace, to yourself and others, always in life as you never know what someone is going through. Show up with kindness even when it’s hard to do so." To read more, visit the full interview here ➡️ https://bit.ly/4cHX2cD Subscribe for more content like this ✉️ https://bit.ly/42f4JCK #WomenLeadingTravelandHospitality #WLTH #MemberSpotlight #WomeninLeadership #Marriott #MarriottInternational

The busy summer travel season is in full swing, but there's still time for companies to captivate consumers! 🌴 To succeed, executives must grasp the latest trends and consumer dynamics. Dive into key insights from the 2024 Deloitte Insights summer travel survey in Joe Keenan's latest article on Women Leading Travel & Hospitality. Don't miss these crucial highlights! 🔍 Read more here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3WiZPDy Subscribe for more content like this 📬 https://bit.ly/42f4JCK #WLTH #WomenLeadingTravelandHospitality #DeloitteInsights #TravelandHospitality #SummerTravel #TravelTrends

🌟 Hey Women Leading Travel & Hospitality Community! 🌟 We're excited to announce the planning of our 2025 Summit at the InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta! 🎉 We need YOUR input! 🗣️ Take a quick moment (just about a minute) to fill out this survey and share your date preferences for the event: https://bit.ly/3XCKEGf 🗓️✅ Your feedback is incredibly valuable. Thank you for your participation! 💖 #WLTH #WLTHSummit #WomenLeadingTravelandHospitality #WomenLeaders #WomenWhoLead

🌟 How can we, as courageous leaders, become stronger allies for our incredibly valuable yet often overlooked team members? Cindy Solomon, founder of The Courageous Leadership Institute, breaks it down into four actionable steps. Swipe to reveal and discover how you can advocate for, amplify, and sponsor women, BIPOC+, and LGBTQ+ team members. Every new day is an exciting opportunity to make a difference! Read more here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3zzK8yM Subscribe for more inspiring content like this 💌 https://bit.ly/42f4JCK #WLTH #WomenLeadingTravelandHospitality #CourageousLeadership #Allyship #Inclusion #Diversity #Support

"You are more likely to remember what you smell than what you see or hear."🌺 Neohni (Warner) Gilligan, Director of Fragrance and Product Marketing at ScentAir, shared this fascinating insight at the 2024 #WLTHSummit. 🌟 Discover how scent creates unforgettable connections and emotional impacts in the #travel and #hospitality industry. Watch the video from Neohni's interactive session to learn how companies are using scent to build positive brand affinity and elevate customer experiences. 🌿 Watch here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3XV7JnP Subscribe for more inspiring content like this 💌 https://bit.ly/42f4JCK #WLTHSummit #WomenLeadingTravelandHospitality #ScentAir #TravelandHospitality #HospitalityIndustry #CustomerExperiences

"Don't ever hesitate to put yourself out there. Ask for what you want. How else will people know that you want it?" 🌟 This #MemberSpotlight features Sharon Kiang, Director of Business Advisory & Consulting Services at Marriott International, as she shares her top advice for the next generation of female leaders. Discover the power of voicing your goals and relying on your network to open doors. 🚀 Watch the full interview for more insights from Sharon! ➡️ https://bit.ly/3LdrZtb Subscribe for more content like this 💌 https://bit.ly/42f4JCK #WLTH #WomenLeadingTravelandHospitality #MarriottInternational #LeadershipAdvice #TravelandHospitality #Networking #MembershipMonday

Hey Women Leading Travel & Hospitality Members! 📢 #SavetheDate! Join us for our members-only workshop all about leading with emotional intelligence. This members-only workshop will be led by Christina McFadden, a leadership coach and experiential facilitator. Workshop attendees will learn to navigate conflicts with purpose, turning them into opportunities for growth and improved relationships. Explore the profound impact conflict intelligence has on organizational culture and individual leadership. From self-awareness to effective communication, discover how adopting the right mindset and techniques can enhance both professional and personal lives. Here's the details: 📆 Date: Wednesday, July 31st 🕓 Time: 12 PM EST 🖥️ Where: On Zoom 🎟️ Members can register here for FREE: https://bit.ly/3W4G0Q7 Interested in membership? Here are the benefits: https://bit.ly/43KF6ut Apply for membership here: https://bit.ly/3vYX9Ae #WLTH #WomenLeadingTravelandHospitality #MemberWorkshop #EmotionalIntelligence #LeadershipWorkshop #LeadershipAdvice

We're a little over a month out from our next #WLTHRoundtable! 📣 Join us in #Miami on August 14th at the Hyatt Regency Coral Gables in Miami for another chance to connect and grow personally! 🌴 Get ready for an afternoon brimming with networking opportunities and insightful talks from women leaders in the #travel and #hospitality space. We're excited to announce our lineup of speakers for this event, which includes: ▶️ Michelle Bentubo, Chief Operating Officer, Virgin Voyages ▶️ Connie W. Kinnard, Senior Vice President, Multicultural Tourism and Development, Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau ▶️ Mika Clark Tupy, Managing Director, Alliances, United Airlines ▶️ Jessica Idiculla John, Chief Strategy Officer, Regent Seven Seas Cruises ▶️ Sherry Serio, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Crescent Hotels & Resorts ▶️ Diana Plazas-Trowbridge, Senior Vice President and Global Brand Leader, Select Brands, Marriott International Sign up now to secure your seat at this event (free for members)! ⬇️ https://bit.ly/3Ul0emL Comment below if you'll be joining us! 👇 #WLTH #WomenLeadingTravelandHospitality #WomeinTravel #WomeninHospitality #MiamiEvents #WomenLeaders

🌟 'I became a captain to run boats, not to be a leader.' Captain Kelly Gordon, a superyacht captain, mentor, and educator, shared her incredible journey and insights on leadership at the Women Leading Travel & Hospitality Summit in Charlotte, NC. In her keynote, Gordon revealed how embracing vulnerability creates a culture of comfort and open-mindedness within her team. She emphasizes the power of being an 'open book' to foster transparency and authenticity. Curious about her leadership strategy? Watch the full video to be inspired by Captain Gordon's unique approach! Watch the full video 📽️ https://bit.ly/3VOiwgH Subscribe for more inspiring content like this 🔔 https://bit.ly/42f4JCK #WomenInLeadership #WomenLeadingTravelandHospitality #WLTHSummit #TravelAndHospitality #CaptainKellyGordon #LeadershipJourney #Inspiration