Articles tagged “leadership”

A well-known industry veteran, FM’s Betsy Gonzalez is a true believer that it takes a team to make things happen. 

Strong leaders create space for others to contribute and ask good questions, but still must be able to make the tough decisions, says this Skift Meetings Woman Leader in Meetings.

The changes come as Ed Bastian enters his second decade as CEO of the airline — he could be working to ensure the company’s business model thrives beyond the current generation of executives.

Hotels have more women executives at the top of their organizations than they used to. But the middle-ranks still don't have enough of a sustainable pipeline of future leaders.

All the characteristics required for meeting planning — from strong communication skills to a willingness to step out of your comfort zone — are shared by the best  leaders.

A self-described “recovering people pleaser and have-to-do-it-all person,” Angie Ahrens says she is always learning more about herself and how to be a stronger leader. 

Among Skift Meetings’ Women Leaders in Meetings, one thing stands out more than anything else: Each is focused not on her own success, but on elevating everyone around her.

These 16 influential industry leaders — who shape strategy for the world’s largest meetings and events — will advise the Skift Meetings team for a one-year term.

A deepening talent and knowledge gap is widely viewed as one of the events industry’s most existential challenges. Intentional investment in talent pipelines, mentorship, and alternative workforce models may help.

Hannah DeMaio, vice president of Skift’s Women Leading Travel, says that women in our industry have made incredible strides — but some critical challenges still exist.