The Future of Hospitality: One Small Step for (Wo)Mankind ($5,300)

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Hospitality feels like it’s at a crossroads. We talk about innovation, creativity, and sustainability, but the most transformative change the industry truly needs is representation. Representation isn’t only about creating opportunities for women, it’s about updating what leadership looks like for everyone. As men’s roles evolve and women gain much needed visibility, the industry has the chance to move toward a more modern model of leadership rooted in emotional intelligence, collaboration, and shared accountability. This presentation explores how elevating women into leadership, education, and visible roles will shape the future of hospitality over the next 5–10 years. Using other industry examples and drawing from her work with The Ada Coleman Project, Kaitlin Wilkes demonstrates how mentorship, visibility, and access to opportunity can create systemic change, challenging outdated norms and inspiring the next generation of leaders.Those attending will gain insight into the barriers women face, the impact of men’s evolving role, and how more equitable representation can benefit innovation, with actionable strategies to build a more equitable, creative, and forward-looking industry. By empowering women to teach, lead, and shape hospitality’s evolution, the industry can unlock stronger teams, more innovative ideas, and a future that truly reflects the talent shaping it.

Speaker:
Kaitlin Wilkes

Logistics & Details

Seminars will be hosted at the Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans and will range from 60-90 minutes. Brands will receive logo placement on the TOTC2025 agenda and signage and have the opportunity to have their product served during their sponsored seminar.

Seminar sponsorships are responsible for the underwriting of the spirits served and will be ordered through the Foundation.

Following May 18th, 2026, all confirmed partnerships will incur a 5% late fee (included in total at checkout) and payment is required in full by credit card.

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