Navigating Career Shifts in Hospitality

In this episode, Leigh Silkunas, Founder and CEO of 1AX Consulting, takes us through her journey in hospitality—from the childhood moment that sparked her love for the industry to her unexpected pivot from revenue management to digital marketing. She shares invaluable insights on career growth, the power of mentorship, and how embracing change led her to build a consulting firm that has helped over 500 hotels maximize their digital strategies. Whether you're looking to advance your career or rethink your approach to hospitality marketing, this episode is packed with lessons you won’t want to miss.

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Music for this show is produced by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands