The Nevada Hotel and Lodging Association (NHLA) in partnership with the American Hotel and Lodging Association has launched the Nevada state chapter of Women in Lodging. The industry-wide forum is exclusively for female hospitality professionals presenting an opportunity to connect with top professionals nationwide, gain career momentum, develop leadership competencies through educational resources and networking in addition to engaging with successful women within the hospitality industry.
NHLA partners with national WIL organization through AHLA
AHLA WIL is an established and highly visible national organization committed to promoting women’s leadership and professional career advancement within the lodging industry. By being a member of NHLA WIL, access to high powered women who empower other women is a significant benefit.
“We are incredibly thrilled that Nevada is launching a Women in Lodging Chapter. The hospitality industry in Nevada is one of the largest in the country and filled with incredibly talented women who work hard not only to provide the best experiences for their guests but more importantly, who mentor young, rising stars, so that they can find a solid foothold in the hotel business. Women in Lodging is an excellent venue for professional and personal growth and we couldn’t be more excited for the great work that Diane and the Nevada Hotel and Lodging Association are doing for women in hospitality,” states Rosanna Maietta, Senior Vice President of Communications and AH&LA WIL Staff Liaison.
Officers for the Nevada chapter include:
- Chairperson: Mary Giuliano, General Manager, Vdara Hotel and Spa
- Vice Chairperson: Shannon McCallum, Executive Director Hotel Operations, Aria Resort and Casino
- Executive Vice President: Diane Gandy, Nevada Hotel and Lodging Association
Along with the officers, founding WIL Council members include Mary Ann Burns, Boyd Group; Lyra Hynie, Tropicana; Dr. Toni Repetti, UNLV; Ronna Timpa, Workplace ESL.
“The launch of the NHLA Women in Lodging Chapter is a progressive approach to engage women in lodging and create a forum to develop leadership of women in our industry. It will open new opportunities of networking and education to foster overall professional and personal growth,” states Mary Giuliano, NV WIL Chairperson.
NHLA Members join the state chapter for free
State membership is free to all women employed at NHLA hotel member organizations, regardless of position within the company. Not a member of NHLA? Contact us.
Men wishing to support the mission of WIL are also invited to become a member at no cost, providing their company is a NHLA member.
NHLA allied members may also join the state chapter and participate in state events and activities through NHLA Women in Lodging.