International Women’s Day is celebrated tomorrow, March 8. Let’s honor the day with a closer look at women redefining the hospitality industry.

Yosie Crespo © The Perry Hotel Naples

Yosie Crespo, Director of Sales & Marketing, The Perry Hotel Naples

Yosie Crespo leads all sales and marketing initiatives for the new boutique hotel. Crespo brings nearly 25 years of experience in corporate and hotel sales at luxury properties.

Lesley Goldwasser © Matt Greenslade

Lesley Goldwasser, Principal Art Curator and Co-Owner, The Betsy Hotel

With experience as a philanthropist, Wall Street executive and music festival board member, Lesley Goldwasser helped establish The Betsy Hotel as a cultural hub in South Beach.

Jennifer Lombard-Knight © Hotel Effie Sandestin

Jennifer Lombard Knight, General Manager, Hotel Effie Sandestin

Jennifer Lombard Knight boasts more than 18 years of experience at hotels around the world across various departments. As general manager, Lombard Knight oversees the day-to-day operations of the hotel.

Kierra Moore © Arlo Chicago

Kierra Moore, Hotel Manager, Arlo Chicago

Kierra Moore served the United States for eight years in the U.S. Marine Corps, before transitioning to the hospitality industry. Born and raised in Chicago, Moore previously held roles at The Public Chicago, Hilton McCormick Place, Highgate and DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago Magnificent Mile.

Misty Pacheco © Pensacola Beach Resort

Misty Pacheco, Director of Sales, The Pensacola Beach Resort

Misty Pacheco brings more than 24 years of hospitality industry experience to the Florida hotel, including at nearby Hilton Pensacola Beach. Pacheco works with the hotel team to secure and host successful events.

Maggie Stokes © Arlo Hotels

Maggie Stokes, Corporate Director of Operations, Arlo Hotels

Maggie Stokes joined Arlo Hotels in 2016 as general manager of Arlo NoMad. Since then, Stokes helped strengthen daily operations within the brand, before taking on the role of the first corporate director of operations in 2023.

Anna Strindberg  © Arlo Williamsburg

Anna Strindberg, Director of Events, Arlo Williamsburg

Anna Strindberg’s love of hospitality began at her mother’s restaurant and tea shop in Sweden. She brings more than 15 years of event experience across six countries to Arlo Williamsburg.

Heather Berti © Arlo Hotels

Heather Berti, SVP of People Services, Arlo Hotels

Heather Berti joined Arlo Hotels in 2016, with more than 20 years of hospitality human resources experience. During her time with Arlo Hotels, the brand has been recognized for its outstanding company culture.