There are moments that remind us why Women Leading Travel matters so deeply — and this week, we had one of them.
We just finished a call with a senior leader who has been part of this community since year one. She shared that no matter how full her calendar becomes, Women Leading Travel Forum is the one event she prioritizes — and one she has never missed.
She spoke about the caliber of the content and leadership development, of course. But what resonated most was everything that happens beyond the stage: the relationships built, the business opportunities created, the honest conversations shared and the energy that comes from being surrounded by women who understand both the ambition and the realities of leadership. She told us it is unlike any other event in the travel industry she attends.
As Vice President of Women Leading Travel, there is no greater privilege than helping build something that has become so meaningful to so many accomplished leaders. This Forum was always intended to be more than a conference. It is an investment in yourself, your leadership, your business and your future.
If you have joined us before, thank you for shaping this community. If you have been considering attending, let this be your invitation. We look forward to welcoming you to the Women Leading Travel Forum 2026 happening June 8-10 in New Orleans.
– Hannah DeMaio
Vice President
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BECOME A MEMBER
Women Leading Travel provides executive women in the travel and hospitality industry a place where they can unite, educate and inspire one another — a trusted community of like-minded executive professional women.an empowering experience that left me energized and motivated.
It's truly special to be part of this group, to learn from these incredible women, and spend a day investing in our growth together.
