The Hotel Council of San Francisco invites you to join us at our 9th Annual Women in Leadership Forum, taking place on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at The Westin St. Francis San Francisco Union Square. This year, we’ll explore the intersection of hospitality and technology, showcasing how technology is reshaping the guest experience, operations, and leadership in the hospitality industry.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, May 22, 2025
Location: The Westin St. Francis, San Francisco Union Square
Time: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Agenda
Our Emcee: Claudine Wong, Anchor, KTVU
- Italian & Colonial Rooms -
8:00am-9:00am - Breakfast & Networking
- Grand Ballroom-
9:00-9:15am - Welcome Address with Mayor Daniel Lurie
9:15-9:45am - Vision & Voice: Women at the Helm with Caroline Beteta & Monica Long
9:45-10:30am - Booked & Brilliant: Women Reimagining the Future of Travel - Presented by Alaska Airlines with J’Keren Sears (Moderator), Jackie Hyun, Lindsey Iles, and Madeleine Manzano
-Italian & Colonial Rooms-
10:30-11:00am - Coffee & Connections
- Grand Ballroom-
11:00-11:45am - Power Moves: Women Redefining Leadership in Hospitality - Presented by SF Travel with Lisa Kershner (Moderator), Anna Marie Presutti, Geri Williams-Fitts, Julie Colwell, and Terry Lewis
- Italian & Colonial Rooms-
11:45am-1:00pm - Lunch Buffet & Wine Tasting
- Grand Ballroom-
1:00-1:45pm - Power, Policy, & Progress: Women Leading at the Intersection of Government & Influence - Presented by United Airlines with Papia Gambelin (Moderator), Becca Prowda, Marisa Rodriguez, and Sally Kay
1:45-2:00pm - Closing & Giveaway