Women's Leadership

News / Online

Female Founders in Hospitality builds community of support

By Mitra Sorrells | January 12, 2024

Nina Kleaveland, creator of the group Female Founders in Hospitality, and former Expedia executive and group member Melissa Maher discuss the purpose and structure of the organization and how women can... Read More

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Paramount teams up with travel startup for "Emily in Paris" trips

By Morgan Hines | September 20, 2023

In this latest example of "set-jetting" initiatives, travel startup Dharma will manage the bookings, payments and guest experience for trips hosted by lifestyle influencers, called “Emileaders.” Read More

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As interest in female-led travel grows, new solutions arise

By Morgan Hines | August 17, 2023

Interest in travel experiences tailored for female travelers is on the rise, and companies like WayAway are responding to the trend with services and products tailored to this audience. Read More

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Building a pipeline for gender diversity in travel

By Derek Catron | August 2, 2023

Companies like TravelPerk and Mews are going the extra mile to secure more gender diversity in travel tech – to the benefit of the businesses and the new hires. Read More

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IATA leads effort to boost representation of women in aviation

By Kathryn Walson | March 28, 2023

The trade association for the global aviation industry is spearheading a voluntary initiative, called 25by2025, with the aim of increasing the number of women in senior positions and under-represented... Read More

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Opinion / Technology

3 keys to supporting women in travel tech

By Gal Levy – Faye Travel Insurance | March 9, 2023

International Women's Day should reflect everyday behaviors that make working in travel, tech and travel tech more accessible. Read More

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Phocuswright inducts Ellen Keszler, Kathleen Misunas into Hall of Fame

By PhocusWire | November 22, 2022

Phocuswright created the Hall of Fame in 2018 to honor individuals who have played an instrumental role in shaping the travel industry. Read More

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News / Technology

Sabre launches partnership with Girls Who Code

By Mitra Sorrells | November 21, 2022

Sabre's sponsorship will support after-school clubs and enable Sabre team members to participate in Girls Who Code events. Read More

Interview / Startups

Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2023: AltoVita

By PhocusWire | November 15, 2022

AltoVita’s award-winning technology creates a cloud-based bridge between the highly fragmented property distribution system and Global 2000 companies, SMEs and business travelers. Read More

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Opinion / Online

Are women in the workforce facing extinction?

By Traci Mercer - Sabre Corporation | November 8, 2022

Women’s jobs were twice as vulnerable to being cut than men’s during the pandemic. Read More

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The “Great Breakup”: Why women are leaving corporate jobs

By Jill Menze | October 25, 2022

According to McKinsey’s Women in the Workplace 2022 study, women leaders are leaving their companies at the highest rate in years. Read More

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Phocuswright Conference 2022: Cultivating diverse cultures

By PhocusWire | October 24, 2022

Register now to learn about how travel organizations are cultivating diverse cultures at The Phocuswright Conference’s Diversity in Leadership event. Read More

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Q&A: Hyatt exec on brand-building with community in mind

By Jill Menze | September 16, 2022

Crystal Vinisse Thomas, the global brand leader for Hyatt’s lifestyle and luxury brands, explains why hotels should hire, buy and support local. Read More