Highlights

• Leaving things better off than when you arrived

  
  



• Lan's commitment to bringing more women and underrepresented groups to conference stages.

  
  



• The impact of seeing diverse faces in leadership roles.

  
  



• Practical advice for overcoming obstacles and fostering ambition.

  
  



• The importance of mentors and champions in career growth.

  
  

Summary

Lan Elliott, Principal and Co-Founder of Acacia Hospitality, discusses her career and the impact she wants to have in the travel industry. She has always wanted to make a difference and leave her corner of the world better than she found it. She has worked on transformative portfolio deals, expanded hotel brands, and built high-performing teams. Now, she is focused on advancing women in hospitality leadership and increasing diversity in hotel ownership. She believes in the importance of representation, showcasing different voices, and creating awareness. Lan describes herself as direct, honest, tough, fair, and caring. She values building relationships, being a fountain of inspiration, and having a growth mindset.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Collaboration

04:39 Advancing Women in Hospitality Leadership

10:31 Building Strong Relationships and Teams

16:59 Embracing Challenges and Overcoming Obstacles

24:27 Ambition and Women's Leadership

29:53 Finding the Right Mentors

32:23 Being a Fountain of Inspiration

37:38 Reading People and Growth Mindset

41:33 Dreaming Big and Promoting Diversity

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