Women in Hotels

Yesterday, we were honoured to host Victoria Racing Club CEO Kylie Rogers at our Women in Hotels Brunch. In an engaging conversation with AHA (Vic) General Manager Kimberley Malcolm, Kylie shared many moments from her exciting career in sport, encouraging women to embrace challenges, take opportunities, and keep pushing forward. She spoke candidly about stepping into the CEO role after a personal loss, choosing to see it as a chance to grow and move ahead. Her powerful words resonated with the room as she said, “Keep doing things that are hard, because that's when you truly learn and feel alive.” The morning was filled with inspiration, connection, and of course, incredible hospitality from the team at CENTREPIECE at Melbourne Park, who delivered a fantastic experience with delicious food and warm service. A huge thank you to Kylie for sharing her insights and to everyone who joined us in celebrating the strength and resilience of women in hospitality. A big thank you to our partners Hostplus, Diageo, Fever-Tree, Bunnings Trade and Bega Group for supporting this event. #InternationalWomensDay #WomenInHotels #Leadership #Hospitality #AHAVic Michelle Meager Erica Ryan Alysa Witmitz Priyanka Shahdadpuri

📩 Voting is now open for the 2025 People's Choice Award! ➡ Let your locals decide if your venue is the best in the state. Voting is easy and open to everyone. 🔗Simply ask your guests to click this link and submit their vote: https://lnkd.in/dB4-RhG6 🕛 Voting is open for a limited time and is restricted to one vote per person. The last day to vote is 17 March 2025. #2025PeoplesChoiceAward #StateAwards2025

🎤 Hear from one of Australia’s most influential sports and media leaders! Our 2025 Women in Hotels Brunch will feature an exclusive ‘In Conversation’ with recently appointed Victoria Racing Club CEO, Kylie Rogers.   Kylie is a powerhouse in the Australian sports and media landscape, with over 25 years of experience shaping commercial strategy, audience engagement, and brand growth. As the former Executive General Manager at the AFL, she played a pivotal role in driving revenue growth and enhancing fan engagement. Prior to her tenure at the AFL, Kylie has held key leadership roles at Mamamia and Network Ten.    Now, as CEO of the Victoria Racing Club, Kylie is set to lead one of the world’s most prestigious racing organisations into a new era of growth, digital expansion, and customer experience enhancement. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear first-hand about her career journey, and insights on the future of sports and entertainment in Australia. Tickets are going fast, we encourage you to make a booking here: https://lnkd.in/d8UVA7cW

AHA (Vic) and Accommodation Australia (Vic), in collaboration with DXC providing claims management services, invite you to a complimentary workshop for members happening on 11th February. Want to learn how to can prevent claims by improving staff well-being and support at your venues? Join us in this interactive session where we will cover topics ranging from Conflict Resolution Training, Physiotherapy, Claims Management Solutions and more! This free session for members will be filled with value adding insights and advice, so register here before time passes: https://lnkd.in/dJaq_aNM Mike Barouche Gerard Farfoud

We’re thrilled to invite you to the 2025 Women in Hotels Brunch, proudly presented by Women in Hotels, AHA (Vic), and Accommodation Australia (Vic).   🥂 Enjoy a plated breakfast, mimosa on arrival, coffee cart, gift bags, door prizes, and networking with other industry professionals.   🎤 Join us for "In Conversation with Victoria Racing Club CEO, Kylie Rogers".   With over 24 years of experience in the media industry and a remarkable career including her role as Executive General Manager Customer and Commercial at the AFL, Kylie will share insights from her inspiring journey in the industry.   We encourage members of all genders, abilities, races, and cultures to join us on the day and make it part of your International Women’s Day celebrations. Book here: https://lnkd.in/dpRizdZ4

Last week, our Women in Hotels team hosted an intimate dinner at The Builders Arms in Fitzroy. We shared fabulous food, laughter and made some impactful connections. AHA (Vic)'s very own Dimity Harris interviewed Sarah Parkes (Dinn), GM Sales and Marketing- Treasury Premium Brands, in a tell-all conversation. The session began with quick-fire questions that allowed the audience to get to know Sarah, including her favourite cities, hobbies, and insights into her current role. The discussion then shifted to her career journey, where she shared how she made career decisions, challenges faced, and reflections on her early career. "To be honest, driving action is probably the biggest learning I've ever had, because people love to work for people that make decisions. The other one is- you should be comfortable with not having all the information, but trusting your gut, and trusting people that you work with can really act as a superpower," shared Sarah when asked about her biggest learnings yet in her career. Watch out for more Women in Hotels events coming in the new year! Follow us Women in Hotels and email us at info@wihvic.com.au to join our mailing list. Kimberley Malcolm Michelle Pacey Erica Ryan Priyanka Shahdadpuri

❗ 50% Tickets Sold ❗ Don't miss out on the opportunity to be part of our growing community! 'Table Talk' is an intimate evening which will be held at the Builders Arms Hotel in Fitzroy on Tuesday, 12 November from 6:00pm - 8:00pm. Why You Should Join Us: ➡ Network with inspiring leaders who are shaping the future of hospitality. 💡Exchange valuable experiences, insights, and ideas in a welcoming atmosphere. 🍽 Share a carefully curated menu with hand selected beverages. Ticket price: $100 per person Register Here: https://lnkd.in/dFuCaUeG #TableTalk #WomenInHotels #AHAVic

We’re excited to announce our last forum for AHA (Vic), happening on Thursday, 24th October! We’re thrilled to welcome back Bindy Edelman, who will deliver an insightful presentation on reporting & responding to work-related gender violence and how to drive a speak-up culture that takes action. 🙌 Following the presentation, we will have a panel discussion with an amazing lineup of experts, including: Dani Valent – Journalist, food expert, and hospitality advocate Jennifer Jones – Westjustice Peter Wade – AHA (Vic) They will provide practical advice on effectively responding to workplace gender violence and share strategies for creating safer, more inclusive environments. Haven’t attended the previous forums? No worries—it’s not too late to register! 🎉 Light refreshments will be provided, so don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn, share, and collaborate with industry leaders. 📅 Date: Thursday, 24th October ⏰ Time: 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM (Networking: 2:30-3:00 PM, Presentation: 3:00-4:30 PM) 📍 Location: AHA (Vic) offices, 1/1 Lt Collins Street, Melbourne 3000 🔗 Register Now and be part of the conversation: www.wwrn.com.au

📩 You're invited to our next event! 'Table Talk' is an intimate evening which will be held at the historic Builders Arms Hotel in Fitzroy on Tuesday, 12 November from 6:00pm - 8:00pm .   The gathering promises to be a night of engaging conversations, delectable food and drinks, all in the company of like-minded industry professionals.   Seats are limited so get in early! You won't want to miss this opportunity to be part of our growing Women in Hotels community. Ticket price: $100 per person Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gYPUsVvG

Are you ready to elevate your venue's potential and reward your top talent? This event could be the perfect opportunity for you! Check out the complete agenda for the 2024 HospoFuture Leaders' Conference below ⬇