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Inspiring Women in Hospitality

Naureen Ahmed
Hospitality
Hospitality Industry
Influence
Gender Balance
Inspiring Women In Hospitality
London, United Kingdom
London
Inspire Influence Live
Women In Leadership
Hong Kong, China
Australia
Mentorship
Intercontinental Hotels Group
Sydney, Australia
Gender Balance In Hospitality
Philadelphia
Real Estate
Artificial Intelligence
La Vie Hotels & Resorts
Technology In Hospitality

Naureen Ahmed shares stories of inspiring women from the hospitality industry. Why they got into hospitality, their career journey so far, their learnings and who inspires them.

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🎙 On this episode we hear from Amelia. Strategy and investor relations manager at Serene Capital. She started in consulting, then moved to development and now working on the owner side, which has given her a real holistic view of the industry. She c... more

🎙 On this episode, we hear from Ruwani, Director Asset Management and Acquisition, La Vie Hotels & Resorts She describes herself as helping people make better investment decision. She grew up knowing that she was going to be in banking, so much so s... more

🎙 On this episode we hear from Wendy. She is CFO and executive VP of a hospitality group listed in Japan. In university she studies cultural management and history, and she started her career as a co-founder for a young adult summer school. And it w... more

🎙 On this episode we hear from Carmen. She introduces herself with these three words: Curious, catalyser and connector. The three C's for Carmen. She was always good at math and started her career as an investment banking business analyst and it was... more

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Ruwani Weerasinghe
Hospitality executive with experience in hotel asset management and investment
La Vie Hotels & Resorts
Episode: #21 8 Ruwani Weerasinghe: Dont be pushed around by fears in your mind, by led by the dreams in your heart
Wendy Shi
CFO and Executive Vice President of a hospitality group listed in Japan
Hospitality Group (Japan-listed)
Episode: #217 Wendy Shi: Hospitality sits between people and capital
Carmen Hui
Hospitality executive who spearheaded cross-continental ventures and partnerships
Formerly Host Hotels & Resorts and Booking.com
Episode: #216 Carmen Hui: Design this next horizon to be more energy accretive
Julie Ockerby
Director at WMK Architecture; former Australasia marketing director for Design Hotels
WMK Architecture
Episode: #215 Julie Ockerby: When striving for potential, create your own benchmark
Fungai Van Der Valk
Hospitality professional from Zimbabwe, based in Australia
Episode: # 214 Fungai Van Der Valk: Real success is when I produce a leader
Teresa Ho
Hong Kong native, former global account leader in hospitality tech and founder of a season of purposeful reinvention
Independent/Entrepreneur
Episode: #213 Teresa Ho: Boldness is a muscle that can be trained
Fay Li
Founder of a creative placemaking venture focusing on community engagement, space excavation, and celebrating local art, culture, and heritage
Independent entrepreneur, Urban Light Institute connection
Episode: #212 Fay Li: My career has been a journey of discovering myself
Leora Lanz
Associate Professor of the Practice at Boston University's School of Hospitality; former hospitality marketing executive
Boston University
Episode: #211 Leora Lanz : Do great work and stay in touch with folks
Salomé Rivillon
In charge of Talent Acquisition, Employer Branding, and D&I for Sophie Talent Galleries and Emblairs Luxury Brands from Accor
Accor / Sophie Talent Galleries
Episode: Special episode: Success in the workplace

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Naureen Ahmed
Host of Inspiring Women in Hospitality

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • An Ode to Naureen Ahmed's Podcast Mastery

    Listening to my episode on Naureen Ahmed's podcast was both enlightening and empowering. Naureen's talent lies not just in curating authentic stories but in presenting them in a way that resonates with everyone, regardless of their background or familiarity with the hospitality industry. Her deep dive into my journey from architecture in LA to the heart of Dhaka's hospitality scene was a testament to her dedication and passion for celebrating inspiring women. I was particularly moved by how she ... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    Kazi Maysun
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners praise the host's thoughtful interviewing style and ability to surface practical career lessons.
Guests consistently highlight mentorship and sponsorship as key drivers of their success.
The show is valued for its authentic storytelling and focus on women in hospitality leadership.
Listeners feel inspired by real-world career pivots and cross-border leadership stories.

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#20
Singapore/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#149
Singapore/Business
Apple Podcasts
#191
New Zealand/Business/Careers

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#21 8 Ruwani Weerasinghe: Dont be pushed around by fears in your mind, by led by the dreams in your heart
Q: Who inspires you, and what keeps you motivated in high-stakes hotel investments?
She explains she seeks inspiration from places, people, and creativity rather than chasing competition, focusing on energy management and ongoing personal and professional growth, which fuels her ability to coordinate complex deals across regions.
#21 8 Ruwani Weerasinghe: Dont be pushed around by fears in your mind, by led by the dreams in your heart
Q: What strategies helped you build pivotal relationships and advance your career, especially in a male-dominated industry?
She emphasizes consistent hard work, genuine connections, visibility, and using platforms like LinkedIn to highlight achievements; she also notes the importance of mentors (both women and men) and choosing roles that align with her long-term goals rather than simply following others.
#21 8 Ruwani Weerasinghe: Dont be pushed around by fears in your mind, by led by the dreams in your heart
Q: Tell us about yourself and how you arrived at hospitality.
She describes a winding path beginning in Sri Lanka within banking, then a gradual shift into hotel-related roles across food & beverage, front office, and finance, culminating in asset management and hotel investment, driven by curiosity, self-belief, and a willingness to learn from every role.
#217 Wendy Shi: Hospitality sits between people and capital
Q: So Wendy, tell us about yourself.
Wendy shares her journey from studying culture and history to becoming a finance-focused executive in hospitality, detailing how she bridged IR, investment, and hotel operations to connect people with capital.
Get to know Erika Bucsi - Facilitator at Inspire Influence Live in London
Q: Tell us about your career journey and what shaped your path in hospitality and technology.
Erika describes a long career in hotel management followed by a strategic shift into hospitality technology, detailing how early experiences in opening high-profile properties and managing complex operations led her to broader leadership roles in sales, project management, and cross-border deployments.

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What is Inspiring Women in Hospitality about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A candid interview series centered on hospitality leaders, designers, marketers, and executives sharing their career journeys, mentorship dynamics, and leadership lessons. Episodes consistently spotlight mentorship, sponsorship, cross-cultural work, and the power of authentic storytelling to drive impact in hospitality and adjacent fields. Listeners can expect practical career guidance, relatable challenges faced by women in leadership, and a focus on building networks, advancing through pivots, and shaping inclusive, future-facing teams. The show often features guests who are trailblazers in hospitality leadership, design, technology, and real estate, with an emphasis on mentorship, resilience, and personal growth. This mix makes it especi... more

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Recent guests on Inspiring Women in Hospitality include:

1. Ruwani Weerasinghe
2. Wendy Shi
3. Carmen Hui
4. Julie Ockerby
5. Fungai Van Der Valk
6. Teresa Ho
7. Fay Li
8. Leora Lanz

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