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We asked Berkita S. Bradford, PhD from North Carolina Central University, one of our affiliated schools, about her SUPERPOWER in hospitality: “My superpowers are relationship building, perseverance, teaching and mentoring.” #WHM2025 #WomensHistoryMonth

For Cheryl Heisterberg of DAC Art Consulting, POWER is about integrity: "Power is staying true to my values, embracing what life brings me and knowing that when I show up every day and give it my best, I can empower and inspire others to do the same." #WHM2025 #WomensHistoryMonth

"A woman who exudes ‘owning her power’ is a visionary who is respected, influential and assertive. She’s a mental giant who inspires others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more." That’s what owning your power means to Leticia Proctor at Donohoe Hospitality Services. #WHM2025 #WomensHistoryMonth

✨What a great ForWard reception at the Hunter Hotel Investment Conference! ✨ After two packed days of insightful programming, it was the perfect chance to connect, network, and unwind with fellow hospitality leaders #HUNTER2025 Thank you to our sponsors: American Express, DIRECTV FOR BUSINESS, Ecolab, Encore and RTRX 🤝 Interested in the ForWard Network? Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q03cDrWB0

Every hospitality leader brings unique strengths to our industry. We asked Carly Eglin from Seasonal Connect about her SUPERPOWER: “My superpower is my ability to love and accept others as they are. Too often, we want to change people. When we do not understand others, we have difficulty finding common ground. Being able to embrace diversity and love others as they are is my superpower.” #WomensHistoryMonth #WHM2025

It was an awesome experience to have Kevin Carey, Rosanna Maietta, and Mitch I. Patel take the time to share their insights and advice with the students in our Travel Scholarship Program at the Hunter Hotel Investment Conference 🎓✈️ These students are gaining valuable industry access and exposure to help them thrive in their careers, and we’re excited to watch them make an impact in the hospitality world. 💼✨ It's not too late - if you see them, feel free to share your best advice or business card!

Today's #WomensHistoryMonth feature is Dee P. from The Hermitage Hotel, who shares her perspective on THE POWER OF COMMUNITY. “Community is not just about where you are. It is about who you lift up, how you show up, and what you leave behind.” #WHM2025

The 'Main Street Talks' session at the Hunter Hotel Investment Conference featured our board member Brian Quinn! 🏨✨ Hotel owners shared their real-world experiences and insights, offering a deep dive into the challenges they’re facing in today’s economic landscape. 🌍 This session gave attendees a better understanding of the complexities of the hospitality industry right now. #HUNTER2025

Did you catch our board member Scott Trebilco at the 'Wall Street Talks' panel at the Hunter Hotel Investment Conference? 🏨💼 He and other investors shared their successes and strategies for maintaining and enhancing value in the coming year. 📊💡 #HUNTER2025

📍Did you catch the "AHLA ForWard: The Real Deal AI" 🤖✨ at Hunter Hotel Investment Conference? Jennifer Fugolo moderated a panel with the leaders shaping the future of AI. This session discussed the practical applications of the technology, and how AI is transforming operations and creating new career opportunities in the industry. Panelists: 🌟Gretta Brooks 🌟Michelle E. Carpenter O'Guin 🌟Anil Harjani