July 11, 2022

The Aster - Hollywood
1717 Vine St, Los Angeles, CA 90028
Cocktail Reception sponsored by The Aster

4:30 pm - 7:30 pm PST
Registered Attendees Only
Valet Parking $10

There’s no better way to launch an event than with a cocktail party! Please join us for a joyous evening at The Aster in Hollywood.

Pre-Cocktail Party Event

Networking

4:30 pm PST

Arrive at The Aster and head on over to the Private Screening Room for a Pre-Event Session.

4:45 - 5:30 pm PST

Join Jaimi Brooks, Founder of The Well Lived Woman for a frank discussion on power, wealth, trust, and confidence. A perfect segway and introduction to the full-day July 12th conference at the SLS Hotel Beverly Hills.

Cocktail Party

5:30 - 7:30 pm PST

Take part in the Rooftop Cocktail Party with a beautiful view of the Capitol Records Building. Full bar and hors-d'oeuvres.

July 12, 2022

SLS Hotel Beverly Hills, A Luxury Collection property
Garden Room & Terrace
465 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048

Valet Parking $20

SEGMENT 01

Kick-Off

8:30 - 9:20 am PST

Networking

Coffee & Conversation

Opportunity to grab some light refreshments and connect with fellow attendees before the start of the conference!

9:20 - 9:40 am PST

Welcome

Welcome

with Frances Kiradjian, Founder & CEO of BLLA and TIEWN and Co-Founder of StayBoutique, Ariela Kiradjian, Partner & COO of BLLA, President of TIEWN, and Co-Founder of StayBoutique, and Kris Potter, Founder of The Potter Co. & TIEWN Board Liaison

Join the mother-daughter duo behind BLLA & TIEWN as they kick off this year’s Women in Travel & Hospitality Conference! Also, hear from Kris Potter, TIEWN Board Liaison, as she recaps the TIEWN Board initiatives and notable progress within the network.

SEGMENT 02

Business Trends

9:40 - 10:10 am PST

Panel

Hotel Investment

with Andrea Grigg, Global Head of Asset Management at JLL

Interviewed by Hilda Delgado, Chief Financial Officer at Viceroy Hotels & Resorts

Sponsored by EHL Hospitality Business School

Where do you see opportunities for women in this industry? What do you suggest as the next steps for women who want to get into asset management and consulting? Where should their education lie? We welcome these top minds as they discuss the current investment climate and share the importance for emerging female leaders to be confident, focused, and unapologetic in all that they do.

10:10 - 10:35 am PST

Panel

Hotel Ownership Landscape

with Moniqua Lane, Owner of The Downtown Clifton Hotel and The Citizen Hotel, and Carolyn Schneider, Co-Founder & President of Casetta Group

Interviewed by Ariela Kiradjian, Partner & COO of BLLA, President of TIEWN, and Co-Founder of StayBoutique

Sponsored by DISH Business

There is no “one size fits all” approach to owning and operating a hotel. With that in mind, how do you balance expanding authentically, but also scaling a business? How can you successfully bring your concepts to life from an operational standpoint? Hear from these leading visionaries as they delve into the world of hotel ownership and bring forth an awakened awareness of the importance of staying true to yourself as a female leader.

10:35 - 11:05 am PST

Panel

Travel & Hospitality Technology

with Jacqueline Nunley, Director, Industry Advisors - Travel and Hospitality at Salesforce Industries, Janine Williams, CEO & Founder of Impulsify, and Jessica Kramer, CEO of Lodgistics

Interviewed by Cara Federici, CEO of The Madison Melle Agency & tech theory group

Sponsored by Selfbook

In the ever-evolving fields of travel and hospitality, it is no secret that technology plays a significant role. How are female roles evolving? How is technology being implemented in our industries? How do we ensure that we are allowing consumers to engage with technology in a way that works for them? Get an inside look at the value of innovation, as well as helpful tips on how to inspire the next generation of women in tech.

SEGMENT 03

Women at Work

11:05 - 11:40 am PST

Fireside Chat

Leading Authentically

with Caroline Beteta, President & CEO of Visit California

Interviewed by Ariela Kiradjian, Partner & COO of BLLA, President of TIEWN, and Co-Founder of StayBoutique

Caroline's resilience in leading Visit California is unparalleled. What's her secret for maintaining longevity and building on it? How does she communicate with 18,000 investors to keep it all going? How does she create a support system around her? Hear from Caroline as she takes the live stage and offers nothing short of inspiration, knowledge, and passion for the travel and tourism industry.

11:40 am - 12:10 pm PST

Panel

Female Traveler Marketplace

with Hope Smith, Founder of Born to Travel, and Paula Twidale, Senior Vice President at AAA Travel

Interviewed by Melissa McAvoy, Founder of Luxury Experience & Co

Sponsored by AAA Travel

Get an inside look at the dynamic role of female travelers and how they play an essential part in this contemporary era of travel. As the business of travel returns globally, what does the landscape look like for opportunities for women and minority women that these globetrotters and industry professionals have seen during their travels or heard in their organizations? It will be so interesting to hear the different viewpoints and perspectives as we all make plans to expand our travel and hospitality businesses over the next iteration of revenge travel.

12:10 - 12:40 pm PST

Fireside Chat

Women in the World of Design

with Nina Grondin, Partner & Co-Founder of Curioso and Alexis Readinger, Founder of Preen Inc.

Sponsored by Nestle Premium Waters

We are eager to welcome these creative minds to the live stage as they share their insight on what it means to be a woman in the design industry. Not all heroes wear capes, and this could not be more true of the women that are leading the way and transforming the world of design.

SEGMENT 04

Lunch

12:40- 1:40 pm PST

Networking

Introduce Yourself & Grab Lunch

Come say hello to fellow attendees and grab some nourishment to refuel your day. A buffet lunch will be served in The Bazaar/Planca room. 

SEGMENT 05

Manifesting a Successful Future

1:40 - 2:10 pm PST

Panel

The Cheque Book of Financial Confidence

with AnGèle M. Cade, CEO & Co-Founder of Executive On the Go, Inc. and Elizabeth Campos, Director of Business Management - Business Manager at Manhattan West Asset Management, LLC

Interviewed by Angela Setters Bessard, Founder & CEO of Conquer Credit Management, Inc.

Sponsored by Lutron

Join these financial experts as they review top tips and tricks for financial independence and confidence. From topics of managing your credit for success to investing and properly planning for retirement all the way to buying a house, this is a session you won’t want to miss!

2:10 - 2:35 pm PST

Meditation & Discussion

The Energy of Money

with Alejandra DeLuca, Owner of Malibu Meditations Journey

Interviewed by Ariela Kiradjian, Partner & COO of BLLA, President of TIEWN, and Co-Founder of StayBoutique

Ariela brings one of her favorite LA healers to the stage to discuss the energy of money. Alejandra gathers women throughout the month at her Malibu sanctuary to meditate and manifest together in special ceremonies that align with the moon cycle. She has been an energy practitioner for over thirty years, and she will bring her gifts to the audience in a special meditation and discussion. 

2:35 - 3:10 pm PST

Panel

Using Energy in the Way We Create

with Eileen Madigan, SVP Global Interior Design at Las Vegas Sands Corporation, and Barbara Best-Santos, Director of Interiors at Hart Howerton

Interviewed by Beth Campbell, CEO of Campbell House

Sponsored by Choice Hotels

Truth be told, your brand energy is key to your business success. So, how can energy be used to achieve our professional, financial, and wellness aspirations? How can we use energy as the fuel for what we create and develop in our careers? We welcome this panel of mindful leaders and designers as they delve into the meaning of energy and focus on the mindset of abundance. 

3:10 - 3:40 pm PST

Case Study

The Evolved Role of Art in Hospitality and Retail Design

with Chelsea Nassib, Founder & CEO of Tappan, and Roberto Sosa, Founder & Principal of OBRA Design Studio

Interviewed by Lauren Stone, Director of Special Projects & Advising at Tappan

Sponsored by Greenberg Traurig

We’re thrilled to welcome Chelsea back to our stage as she brings friends along to discuss how art is a purveyor of how hospitality and retail spaces come to life. This session will be a case study and candid talk about the pivotal role of art and how art IS energy. It will also focus on opportunities for women and meaningful ways to manifest a successful future.

3:40 - 4:10 pm PST

Panel

The Second Act: A Sonoma County Story

with Claudia Vecchio, President/CEO of Sonoma County Tourism and Catherine Bartolomei, Founder of Farmhouse Inn

Interviewed by Kris Potter, Founder of The Potter Co. & TIEWN Board Liaison

Sponsored by Sonoma County Tourism and Esra Calvert Consulting

Tourism is back, in a big way. With attention growing from travelers worldwide, Sonoma County is a hot spot. But with its growing popularity, there comes change. It is envisioning a different future rooted in its community. As one of the most beautiful places in the country, Sonoma County continues to reposition the destination through sustainability efforts. Get a sneak peek at the behind-the-scenes stories about women who aspire to better this community through their vision and talent. You will hear about how they focus on creating their next chapters as individuals, business owners, and community leaders.

SEGMENT 06

Closing

4:10 - 4:30 pm PST

Closing

End of Day Reflections & Open Q&A

with Jessica Kramer, CEO of Lodgistics, Paula Twidale, Senior Vice President at AAA Travel, and Alana Miranda, Travel Industry Account Director at Mr. C Beverly Hills

Interviewed by Ariela Kiradjian, Partner & COO of BLLA, President of TIEWN, and Co-Founder of StayBoutique

Ariela will come back on stage and bring a few speakers with her to have some time to reflect on the day. They will focus on lessons learned and how they will implement their findings into their businesses. 

4:30 - 6:30 pm PST

Networking

Evening Networking Event with Wine Tasting & Camaraderie

Sponsored by Sonoma County Tourism

You have an exclusive invitation to this private gathering. Please join us as we sip on exquisite wine and celebrate this eventful day!