Top 10 Women Leaders From Hospitality - 2023

Women Leaders Pioneering The Hospitality Industry

Women leaders in the hospitality industry have made significant strides, breaking barriers and shaping the landscape of the field. Their contributions span various sectors within hospitality, including hotels, restaurants, travel, and event management. These leaders have not only demonstrated their expertise in business and management but have also paved the way for other aspiring women in the industry. In recent years, women have risen to top positions such as CEOs, COOs, and General Managers in prominent hotel chains and hospitality organizations. They've displayed exceptional skills in strategic planning, customer experience enhancement, and innovative service offerings. These leaders often emphasize the importance of creating diverse and inclusive work environments, recognizing that a variety of perspectives can lead to improved guest experiences and operational success.

How Women are Transforming Hospitality Leadership In the culinary realm, women have gained recognition as renowned chefs and restaurant owners. They've introduced new flavors, techniques, and concepts to the culinary world, challenging traditional norms. These women have also played a vital role in promoting sustainable and locally sourced ingredients, contributing to a more environmentally conscious hospitality industry. Women leaders in travel and event management have brought fresh ideas to the forefront, shaping how people experience leisure and business activities. They've leveraged technology to enhance travel experiences, streamline booking processes, and create personalized journeys for travelers. Additionally, women-led event management companies have organized successful conferences, exhibitions, and celebrations, showcasing their organizational prowess and attention to detail.

Overall, women leaders in the hospitality sector have brought innovation, empathy, and a unique perspective to an industry that continues to evolve. Through their accomplishments and commitment, they have demonstrated that gender diversity at the helm contributes to a stronger, more dynamic, and inclusive hospitality landscape.

In this issue, the Women Entrepreneur magazine brings in to spotlight a list of `Women Leaders From Hospitality - 2023', who are domineers of change in the corporate realm. This list of ten leading and inspiring women is crafted by a team of CEOs, VCs, and the editorial board, delivering inspiring stories of their journey and the contributions & roles played by them in the creation and empowerment of an economically healthy nation.

  •  Alt Homes
  • Aditi Chordia, Co-Founder

  • A strategic leader currently leading a team of 20+ members across the field of marketing, travel, hospitality, sustainability and social work on a mission to make vacations for travelers luxurious and comfortable as well as more conscious, more

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  • The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts
  • Anjali Mehra , Chief Brand Officer

  • An experienced hospitality brand marketing and communications professional with over 35 years of experience across geographies, worked with several hospitality brands, more

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  • Athulya Hotels
  • Dhivya Ramesh , MD & Founder

  • A seasoned professional with a rich background, she has contributed her expertise to esteemed global establishments, carving a remarkable path in the hospitality industry

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  • Suryavilas Luxury Resort & Spa
  • Gaytri Bajaj , MD

  • A trailblazing leader in the hospitality industry, known for her resilience, determination, and dedication to promoting women's empowerment and leadership with her extensive experience and visionary mindset, more

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  • Courtyard
  • Kadambari Sabharwal Talwar , General Manager

  • An experienced market director with a demonstrated history of working in the hospitality industry, skilled in budgeting, sales, hotel management, hospitality industry, and event management, more

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  • The Indian Hotels Company
  • Kanika Hasrat , Area Director

  • A change leader and hospitality professional with over 3 decades of experience in driving operational excellence based on transforming, managing and leading multi faceted teams to achieve operational excellence, more

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  • Southern Holdings & Investments
  • Mary Rodrigues , MD

  • A visionary leader in the hospitality industry with more than four decades of experience, empowering her team, embraces change, & navigates challenges with unwavering trust & ethical standards

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