UN Tourism and ITF call for action on women in tourism transport
A joint UN Tourism and ITF report reveals women hold just 6% of pilot roles and 3% of land transport jobs, prompting a three-year action plan to address structural and legal barriers.
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Using AI to Teach the Most Human Skill: Sowon Kim on Difficult Conversations
EHL's Dr Sowon Kim uses AI-powered role-play avatars to train hospitality leaders in high-stakes interpersonal skills, and discusses loneliness, empathy, and her Women in Leadership programme.
Middle East Hospitality's Most Influential Women Leaders Recognized by Hozpitality.com in 2026 Power List
Hozpitality Group's Women Leaders PowerList Middle East 2026 names 30 influential female professionals across hotel operations, sales, revenue management, and executive leadership in the region.
Beyond the Glass Ceiling: How Women in Hospitality Are Redefining Leadership Through Education
The author argues that advanced education in hospitality management provides women with strategic frameworks and opportunities to overcome structural barriers to leadership advancement.
By Andrea Nicole Miles, hospitality professional, service leadership strategist, and graduate student, HFTP
FORWARD/26 Draws Record-Breaking Attendance, Showcasing the Future of Hospitality Leadership
The AHLA Foundation's annual women's leadership event drew 1,000 hospitality professionals to Atlanta, featuring 50+ speakers and 20 breakout sessions focused on advancing women in executive roles.
AHLA Foundation Recognizes Leaders Accelerating Women’s Career Advancement
The Foundation honored Sarai Jacko of Fairmont and Justin Knight of Apple Hospitality REIT at FORWARD/26 for advancing women's careers in hospitality leadership.
AAHOA Supports Women in Hospitality Through Industry Collaboration
AAHOA partnered with Travel Portland to support women's career advancement through networking and mentorship opportunities at a dedicated forum.
WIL 2026 Insights: What AI Cannot Lead – Human-Centered Leadership
EHL event brought together students and executives to explore which leadership qualities must remain human as AI advances in hospitality.
By Dr. Sowon Kim, Associate Professor, EHL
AI in Action: Lessons from the Female Founders in Hospitality Summit
Key insights from hospitality AI experts emphasize solving business problems first, establishing data governance, and creating experimentation time for teams.
A Craft Hotel Inspired by a Princess, Led by Women
Kiana Beimes transformed OUTRIGGER Waikīkī Paradise Hotel's TripAdvisor ranking from #46 to #3 while building a team of female leaders and Princess Ka'iulani-inspired programming.
Hospitality Leadership Needs a Reset: Lessons From 99 Women Leaders
Survey of 99 women leaders at Forbes Travel Guide hotels reveals 80% cite resilience as success driver, but 40% face gendered leadership barriers.
By Emily Goldfischer, Founder and Editor, hertelier.com
Access Hospitality calls for “more room at the table”, as just 7% of women make up chair members
Despite women comprising 51% of hospitality workers, only 7% hold CEO and board positions, prompting Access Hospitality to launch mentoring initiatives.
From Execution to Influence: Women Shaping the Future of Business Travel
Joyce Macieri of Minerva Foods discusses how women have evolved from operational roles to strategic leadership positions in corporate travel management.
Equality in Tourism Announces Gender Equality Champion of the Year Award 2026 Winners at ITB Berlin
Sri Lanka's Amba Yaalu Kandalama and Kenya's Nomad Africa won for employing 91 women against cultural norms and implementing comprehensive gender policies respectively.
UN Tourism and TUI Care Foundation join hands to support Rural Artists and Artisans across Africa
Five African NGOs received grants to support 340+ rural artisans and tourism entrepreneurs, with 60% of beneficiaries being women.
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Rosewood Hotel Group Introduces Inaugural Cohort of Rise to the Table
The year-long program pairs 11 female F&B professionals from 8 regions with Rosewood senior leaders, launching with a week-long Hong Kong residency in March 2026.