Wilka Leadership Talks

Trina White, General Manager at the Parkside Hotel & Spa. Proud to be pioneers in promoting sustainable tourism in Victoria, since 2009. As a Green Key Global leader and Biosphere Certified, all elements of the hotel have been carefully thought out with a sustainable mindset. From diverting waste from landfills to partnering with local organizations like Surfrider Foundation Vancouver Island, The...

Paula Carreirão is a Hospitality Leader who currently works as a Content Coordinator at Asksuite. Paula has been an important voice for the hotel industry for the last 10 years, writing and talking about hospitality and technology in blog posts and at webinars. Her podcast, Hotel Cast, was named #2 Hospitality Podcast by International Hospitality Institute. Paula has a flair for public speaking an...

Erik Leenaars - Hospitality Professional, Coach and Storyteller. His purpose is to meaningfully engage with others and unlock their strengths, in order to make the world more joyful and inclusive. 

Jacqueline Chicralla is the founder and director of JC Hotelaria. Tourism Ambassador of Rio de Janeiro Bachelor in Hospitality, specialist in revenue management and distribution Sales and revenue professional with more than 15 years in hospitality industry, acting in Brazil and USA.

Sheila Neal is a Director of Sales for Visit Detroit. 

Corina Goetz is a Middle Eastern Expert. She runs Star-CaT, a Training and Representation company that helps businesses to become successful in the Middle East. Her extensive knowledge come from her long standing relationships with clients from the region as well as travelling there. She has represented hotels and luxury brands and now also trains companies and individuals on how to become success...

Ultra Luxury Hotel Manager Julián Smaldoni in an exclusive interview directly from the Mexican Caribbean Sea shares “Insights in the Hospitality Industry in Cancun”.

Lovell's hospitality journey took her from sales admin to senior executive. “Leadership is not about achieving success but about achieving your truth.” Life is a journey and Lovell’s journey has been filled with both success and trials but for her, the only option was to overcome, move forward and win again. As a speaker, she captivates her audience with her authentic real-life story telling of le...

Larry Long Jr is an International Keynote Speaker, Upcoming Best Seller Author “JOLT” and Host of the Midday Motivational Minute Live on LinkedIn!

TShane Johnson is a Motivational Speaker, Corporate Sales Coach, Marine Corps Veteran, #1 Best Selling Author and 2X World Record Athlete TShane is one of the most inspiring Corporate Sales coaches and Speakers in the country. 

Skye Curry is a Hospitality Professional, Educator, Business Developer. She has been nominated "Top 20 Hospitality Executives to Watch in 2022" by International Hospitality Institute! 

Jill Porter, Hospitality Professional currently Director of Sales. Expert in Relationship Building, Inside and Outside Sales, Event Planning, Hotel Opening & Conversion Experience, Team Building and Mentorship. 

This episode is focused in Digital Marketing & Sales featuring Emily McAuley former Hotel General Manager, she has evolved to the Digital Marketing role in Hospitality Industry.

Mark Day is the Cofounder of Kohost "Guest Experience software designed to make going on vacation as easy as going home".  Kohost Guest Experience is the only software that helps hotels continually perfect the quality of the guest's journey.  Kohost offers: Check-in, Digital Key, Chat with Staff, Control Smart Hotel Room (lights, TV, thermostat), Handle guest requests, PMS integration, No app to d...

Christine Weber Training highlights.

Yale Schwartz, speaker, trainer in Hospitality. 

We discuss the leadership skills of a Hotelier building their brand in Brazil and USA and its lessons. The conversation was organic and fun switching between Portuguese, Spanish and English. 

Leadership at its finest!!! Super special guest Wes Santos, Hotel General Manager for over 10 years. In this episode we discuss the importance of defined culture in an organization and how impactful leadership can help and build a strong team. 

Timothy Banks is the Department Chair at Howard Community College at the Center for Hospitality and Culinary Studies.  We discuss the Hospitality Industry and the opportunities students have to increase their knowledge base at the HCC Hospitality Certificates and Degrees. 

A thought leader, hospitality industry advocate, professor, speaker, and relationship cultivator, Dr. Tucker's (she/her) political astuteness and decision making skills interacting effectively and partnering with university/college internal and external constituencies, governing boards, committees, governmental agencies, FORTUNE 500 businesses, and the industry as well as grass-root efforts have m...

Tish is a shining diamond! 💎 Her passion to serve her employees have inspired her to complete her Life Coach Certification, so she can continue to ignite the dreams of others, outside the workplace. She is the prototype of what the "BEST" HR professional does, as she implements innovative strategies to create a winning culture.

An icon in the hospitality industry, Cindy Novotny is the original founder of MCA and is an internationally renowned leader in sales, leadership and customer service. She has been recognized by the American Society of Training and Development as one of the most powerful, innovative and passionate speakers in the industry.  Recently Cindy was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award from HSMAI for sa...

Giselle Albritton  leader in Hospitality shares her insights on Women in Hospitality. 

Featuring Gisell Moronta Vice President of Sales. We discuss the power of Women in Sales. Gisell shares her experience and tips on how to level up in the hotel business. 

Our James has the power to drastically increase engagement at trade shows and conventions. Why have attendees stop by for 20 seconds, grab the free keychain, and go? With James, your booth can be the main attraction, as convention participants line up for a photo op with the top Daniel Craig / James Bond look-alike.