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Women Leading Travel & Hospitality is excited to announce the release of its annual Top Women in Travel & Hospitality report. This resource profiles female leaders from across the travel and hospitality sector that are positively impacting their businesses, the travel and hospitality industry as a whole, and other aspiring leaders. Download it today! #WLTH #WomeninTravel #WomeninHospitality #TopWomen #WomenLeaders

Did you know, October is Global Diversity Month? Our Director, Laura Davis said, 'We are passionate about achieving greater diversity within Travel & Hospitality, continuing to strive for inclusive opportunities and working with our Clients to create affective, diverse teams. We need to continue to think creatively, to open up the candidate pool and attract fantastic new talent - and genuinely create more diverse and inclusive teams.' 🌟   Here at #TeamGK, we truly champion diversity in the workplace and bringing relevant insights and perspectives. We are regular Judges, Sponsors and Speakers at key Industry events, including - - Association of Women in Travel (AWTE) Company Members - Sponsors of the Honorary Award at the annual AWTE (Association of Women Travel Executives) Awards - Judges and Sponsors of International Women In Travel CIC - Judges and Sponsors of Travolution.com – Rising Star award – showcasing future leaders within Travel Digital/Tech - Judge for TTG Media Awards – Positive Impact Award Judge - Sponsor of the Equitable Award – Best Workplaces in Travel We are committed to doing more work on our approach to DE&I, because we are passionate about the industry, it’s people and it’s future leaders. "Diversity in all its forms is the path to greatness." — James D Wilson #GlobalDiversityMonth #DEI #diversityandinclusion #travelindustry #hospitality #travelandtourism #inclusionmatters #celebratedifferences #workplace #hr #talentacquisition #employees #business #leaders

Download the Complimentary 2024 Top Women in Travel & Hospitality Report See who made the list! #WLTH #WomeninTravel #WomeninHospitality #TopWomen #WomenLeaders

We all took that one decision to change our life, we all have different backgrounds but we all have one thing In common…. Show other women what is possible when you take that one decision….. Put travel in the comments if you like to travel🏖️ ⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #lovetotravel #travelawesome #travelblog #travelers #travelholic #travelingram #traveller #travellife #travelmore #travelphoto #travelpics #travels #traveltheworld #traveltheworldpix #traveltips #travelwithme #travelwor

🌟 Welcome to Women in Travel – A Community Empowering Women Through Travel 🌍 We are building more than an initiative—we’re creating a movement. 'Women in Travel' is a community for women who believe in the transformative power of travel, whether as travelers, creators, hosts, or leaders shaping the future of tourism. 💡 At Women in Travel, we: ✅ Celebrate women’s journeys—those who travel, host, and lead. ✅ Empower local women at destinations to thrive through tourism. ✅ Collaborate with women leaders to redefine travel with purpose and sustainability. 🌏 Whether you’re a traveler seeking meaning, a local entrepreneur creating impact, or a leader driving change in tourism, this is your space to connect, grow, and make a difference. 📢 Join Us: 👉 Follow for inspiring stories, impactful programs, and community updates. 👉 Share your experiences—what does travel mean to you, or how are you leading change in tourism? 👉 Be part of a movement where travel empowers, connects, and transforms. Together, let’s reimagine travel with purpose and impact. #WomenInTravel #CommunityEmpowerment #SustainableTourism #GenderEquality #SocialImpact #aigenerated #vitalvoices #reliancefoundation #womenleadersindiafellowship

Ladies - and gents - what are your thoughts on HOTELS magazine's question: "Does an Old Boys Club Still Exist in the Hotel Industry?" Being in an industry that primarily employs women, I am always inspired by female leaders who grab the reins and start their own hospitality business. Hotel representation companies are one enduring success story. Kudos to veterans Dominique Debay of Dominique Debay Collection, Suzanne Goldberg of The Art of Hospitality and Tara D'Agostino of WanderLuxe Destinations for writing their own success story. There are many other stories to be told. Let's keep sharing them. #travelunites #luxurytravel #hospitalityindustry #womeninhospitality

2024 marks a pivotal year for the hospitality industry, where inclusivity takes center stage. I'd like to highlight this piece from UKHospitality where Kate Nicholls OBE shared her vision for inclusivity in the UK hospitality landscape. (link in comment) I'm thrilled to see the progress made, with a third of all board positions now held by women. This achievement signifies a significant step forward in our journey towards a more balanced and equitable sector. I recently connected with +40 women from different roles within the industry during our event last month and I can only say how impressed I have been by all the initiatives: To name just a few: Be Inclusive Hospitality Hulya Erdal Women In The Food Industry QAB Leadership LTD The Burnt Chef Project But there is of course lots to be done. There is a need to see more women stepping into leadership and executive roles, driving innovation and shaping the future of hospitality. Diversity and inclusivity aren't just buzzwords – they're essential components of a thriving industry. Recruiting from diverse talent pools to ensure fresh perspectives and ideas is urgent. Moreover, we recognise that flexibility and support for work-life balance are essential. By fostering environments where individuals can thrive both personally and professionally, we attract a broader range of talent to our industry. This is why we see more and more talents joining a solution like Brigad UK By leading the way in diversity and inclusion, the hospitality sector set an example for others, demonstrating that a diverse workforce isn't just beneficial – it's essential for building a sustainable and rewarding society. Let's keep pushing boundaries, breaking barriers, and creating a future where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. Together, we can make 2024 a year of unprecedented growth and inclusivity in the hospitality industry. #InclusiveHospitality #WomenInLeadership #DiversityandInclusion

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗙𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝗅 But we all knew that already… Though progress may feel slow, we’re seeing inspiring strides toward gender equality in leadership within the travel technology industry. From Ariane Gorin at Expedia Group to Vanessa Hudson at Qantas, women are stepping into more CEO roles, showcasing our collective potential. But there’s more work to do to further close the gap. We need: - More female role models to inspire emerging leaders. - Increased funding for female founders to fuel growth. - Diverse voices at conferences to reshape industry perspectives. - Mentorship programs to support women at all career levels. - Recruitment efforts at the university level to attract new talent early. A huge thank you to Nina Kleaveland, Luisa Oyarzábal Gómez-Reino, Ayse YASAR, and Roman Townsend for their valuable insights and contributions to this important conversation. The gap is closing, and with continuous support, mentoring, and diverse visibility, we are paving the way for future leaders! Read more in this article in today's PhocusWire https://lnkd.in/dY366nSX that inspired this post Together, let’s push for a more inclusive and balanced future in travel tech leadership! Watch this space for some exciting new program being launched soon to help with exactly these opportunities! #WomenInLeadership #TravelTech #DiversityAndInclusion #EmpowerWomen #Mentorship #GenderEquality

Just 15.6% of leadership members across B2B tech companies are female. And yet 58% of the lodging and accommodation workforce was female as of 2022 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. It's staggering when you think about the gap that needs to be closed. And yet, I've never been more optimistic about the future of female leadership in the hospitality industry. We're now measuring the gap across different segments of the industry thanks to the Women in Hospitality annual report from the American Hotel & Lodging Association Foundation and this new finding from Belvera Partners and PhocusWire. It's not just anecdotal. This is critical. Also, initiatives like Female Founders in Hospitality and the Women in Hospitality Leadership Alliance comprising over 30 organizations are working to advance women across the industry. I'm thrilled to be part of the change along with so many other incredible women and allies. #fundfemalefounders #thefutureisfemale #travelindustry

Inspire Inclusion. This is the theme for this year's #InternationalWomensDay. While progress has been made over the years on gender equity, there is still so much work to be done to ensure that women and marginalized groups are: ✅ included -- that women of all backgrounds are invited and welcome to the table, including at the highest levels ✅ given access -- to support, education, resources, and investment ✅ provided opportunities -- in employment, entrepreneurship, and leadership. What might that look like in practice for the tourism sector to invest in women and not just inspire, but actually be, inclusive? 💡 Develop tourism products together with local community organizations and social enterprises that focus on supporting local women and marginalized groups. There are so many inspiring examples of this by Planeterra. 💡Hire more women at all levels of the organization, especially in leadership and management positions. While 54% of the tourism workforce is women, most of these are lower level positions. 💡Deploy innovation in gender diversity. Open positions and offer or expand training for women-led initiatives that might at first be considered unconventional. For example, Sakha Cabs & Chauffeurs in India trains women, often single mothers, to be taxi and professional drivers, a profession once considered “a man’s work.” 💡 Don’t just localize the supply chain, but make it more gender equal by choosing women-owned suppliers and local businesses. This approach will not only support your gender inclusive activities, but women-owned businesses tend to amplify and expand opportunity and employment for other women in the community. 💡Identify barriers and understand local women’s needs by asking -- not assuming for - them. Then provide the support they need to productively engage in projects, get the skills they want, and join the workforce.* For example, this might include offering child care or transport to and from work to alleviate safety concerns. 💡 Encourage women to be the storytellers and provide a platform to tell their stories. Especially in indigenous communities, we’ve found that women are the stewards of tradition and culture. Tourism companies are in an ideal position to amplify women's knowledge, stories, and voices by inviting women to be guides or speak as local experts. What else would you add? And why does this matter? Investing in women is truly an investment in our communities and future generations. #iwd2024 #womenintourism