Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchRachel Vandenberg, Founder, The Travel Leader interviewed by Lan Elliott
Rachel shares how aligning on purpose creates the glue within a group, and why she would advise her younger self to seek out (early on) the support she needed to achieve her goals. She also explains…
Published on 1 year, 6 months ago
Gissell Moronta, Senior VP, Sales & Marketing, Atrium Hospitality interviewed by Dorothy Dowling
Join Dorothy Dowling as Gissell shares her inspiring journey to America, honing her leadership skills to become an amazing executive. Gissell's self-made path, balancing work, part-time school, and p…
Published on 1 year, 6 months ago
Kimberly Twiggs, Associate VP of Market Development, DIRECTV, interviewed by Dorothy Dowling
Join me on a transformative journey with Kimberly Twiggs, as we delve into her destination career at DIRECTV. Kim's story reveals how her executive journey has been rooted in her unwavering commitmen…
Published on 1 year, 6 months ago
Alicia Evanko-Lewis, EVP Events, Northstar Travel Group Interviewed by Rachel Humphrey
Alicia shares how the hard work her parents instilled in her has
impacted her including leading to an unexpected career in the events
industry. She talks about the new skills she's developed as her c…
Published on 1 year, 6 months ago
Caroline Strachan, CEO, Festive Road interviewed by Dorothy Dowling
Caroline shares how her roles as a buyer, travel manager, and supplier have propelled her to become the CEO of Festive Road. Her primary motivation has always been to do her best work and to embrace …
Published on 1 year, 7 months ago
Michele Allen, Former Chief Financial Officer, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Interviewed by Rachel Humphrey
Michele shares why it's so important to have a positive voice in your head as you tackle challenges and self-doubt. She discusses how her leadership has evolved over time and the role communication h…
Published on 1 year, 7 months ago
John Fareed, Global Chairman, Horwath HTL, Interviewed by David Kong
John offers highlights of his newly released book on personal branding and shares his personal mantra. He reflects on the most profound lessons from his professional journey, emphasizing the importan…
Published on 1 year, 7 months ago
Jay Shah, Executive Chairman, Hersha Hotels & Resorts, interviewed by Lan Elliott
Jay describes the important distinction between managing and leading, and he shares his approach to taking risks. He also explains why the easiest approach to networking is thinking of it as develop…
Published on 1 year, 8 months ago
Fran Brasseux, CEO, ICHRIE interviewed by Dorothy Dowling
Fran's career journey, emphasizing the importance of patience, perseverance, and personal empowerment. Fran shares her experiences transitioning from the hotel industry to association management and …
Published on 1 year, 8 months ago
Jacqueline Gifford, Editor-in-Chief, Travel & Leisure Interviewed by Rachel Humphrey
Jacqui discusses her love of books, how living and traveling internationally have impacted her leadership, and how she manages her heavy travel schedule. She shares her strategies for effective publi…
Published on 1 year, 8 months ago