Shanna Liu is a bold entrepreneur and visionary in the travel and hospitality space, having transitioned from a career in finance and consulting to building her own experiential travel startup, Karia. Her passion for creating meaningful, unforgettable moments shines through in everything she does – from planning dark-sky astronomy weekends to forging strong hybrid teams....
Board seats are no longer reserved for retired CEOs. Companies are actively seeking diverse voices and specialized expertise – but the path to securing a position isn’t always clear. In partnership with Spencer Stuart, this interactive workshop demystifies the recruitment process from start to finish. You’ll learn what corporate boards are really looking for, master...
Mel Miller is the Corporate Director of Digital Strategy at InnVentures, where she leads digital marketing initiatives across the company’s portfolio. With more than a decade of experience in marketing, PR and advertising – and a creative foundation from her early career in entertainment – Mel brings a storytelling-first approach to brand building, performance and...
Women’s Equality Day is observed in the United States each year on August 26, commemorating the 1920 adoption of the 19th Amendment, which granted women the constitutional right to vote. It’s a fitting moment to recognize how far we’ve come – and how much further we still must go in the travel and hospitality sectors....
Disney Experiences (DX) is experiencing unprecedented expansion, requiring diverse and innovative digital marketing strategies and activations. The proliferation of digital platforms, streaming services, social media, introduction of generative AI and changing consumer habits has created a fertile ground for engaging audiences in new ways. As a result, DX is looking for a Director of Social Media to capitalize on the opportunities in and adjacent to paid, organic, and influencer/affiliate media. Reporting to the Vice President of Digital Media & Activation, you will lead our Social media practice and teams across Disney Experiences.
As we prepare for our next phase of growth, BestVacation is seeking a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the company’s strategic, commercial, and operational trajectory, with a focus on the U.S. market. This role will report directly to the co-founders and will be instrumental in evolving the company from a lean, founder-led organization to a scalable, mission-aligned category leader in specialized family travel.
Women Leading Travel & Hospitality is preparing a new report: “The Experience Advantage: Women Leaders Redefining Travel.” This special feature will highlight executive women who have spent 30+ years in the industry and continue to shape its future at the highest levels of leadership. As women with decades of experience lead as executives, entrepreneurs, culture...
Welcome to our Member Spotlight series, where we highlight the incredible women making an impact in the travel and hospitality industries. In each feature, we sit down with a member of Women Leading Travel and Hospitality to discuss their career journey, current challenges and vision for the future. This week, we’re proud to feature Dr....
The Vice President, Commercial Performance will focus on driving hotel sales, marketing and revenue management performance for the hotels. The role will be responsible for providing leadership and guidance to a regional cluster of hotels to help shape their business and sales & marketing strategy to deliver on the positioning, revenue and financial targets for the properties. The role will work closely with senior leadership, the field (Regional VP’s, General Managers and the local/area sales and marketing teams), the Home Office discipline specialists in finance, portfolio management, sales, marketing communications, e-commerce, revenue management, operations as well as be a key point of contact for hotel ownership groups in achieving the properties revenue goals.
Heike Naigur is a seasoned sustainability leader with more than 15 years of experience guiding Global Fortune 500 companies toward practical, lasting climate solutions. She’s also a proud Women Leading Travel & Hospitality corporate partner member. In this Member Spotlight, Heike shares insights into her professional passions and personal journey – including the woman who...
