Hozpitality Women Leadership Forum 2026
Oct 7, 2026
Cameo Beverly Hills, LXR Hotels & Resorts
Los Angeles, California, United States
Hozpitality Group, a global hospitality networking, recruitment and media platform, announced the Hozpitality Women Leadership Forum 2026, an exclusive leadership gathering scheduled for Wednesday, October 7, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Cameo Beverly Hills.
Centered around the theme "Breaking Barriers & Building Success: How Women Leaders Are Shaping the Future of Hospitality & Tourism," the forum will bring together accomplished leaders and senior professionals from hospitality, travel, tourism, aviation, sports, entertainment, food and beverage, arts and culture for an afternoon of meaningful conversation, inspiration and high-level networking.
The event is expected to host a curated audience of approximately 50–80 senior industry leaders, professionals and invited media representatives.
An Exceptional Leadership Panel
The forum will feature an influential group of women leaders representing some of the most recognized organizations and sectors in Los Angeles and beyond.
The panel will be moderated by Jackie Filla, President & CEO of the Hotel Association of Los Angeles (HALA).
Confirmed panel speakers include:
- Heather Allison, Vice President, Luxury Sales | Western Region, Marriott International
- Susan Feniger, Chef-Owner, Mundo Hospitality Group
- Brandy Thigpen, Host City Director, FIFA World Cup 2026 – Los Angeles
- Dana Debel, Managing Director, State & Local Government Affairs, Delta Air Lines
- Rachel S. Moore, President & CEO, The Music Center, Performing Arts Center of Los Angeles County
Breaking Barriers and Building the Future
The featured leadership conversation will explore the experiences, challenges and defining moments that have shaped the careers of the panelists, while examining the future of leadership in rapidly evolving industries.
Key discussion themes will include:
- Leadership journeys and defining career moments
- Breaking barriers and overcoming professional challenges
- The changing role of leadership in hospitality, travel and tourism
- Creating stronger career pathways for women
- Attracting, developing and retaining future talent
- The skills and mindset required for tomorrow's leaders
- Collaboration across hospitality, aviation, tourism, sports, entertainment and culture
- Advice and inspiration for the next generation of leaders