Hospitality Leaders Club, after-hour Event: A New Generation of Leadership

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Join us monthly in Vienna at The Hospitality Leaders Club  After-Hours event– where leaders connect and inspire.

Zoku Vienna

<h3>Event Details</h3> 📅 Date: Thursday, 29 May 2025 🕕 Time: Registration from 18:00 to 18:30 | Event starts promptly after 📍 Location: Zoku Hotel, Perspektivstraße 6, 1020 Vienna 🎟 Admission: Free – but spaces are limited! (Registration required via Eventbrite) <h3>Hospitality Leaders After-Hours: A New Generation of Leadership</h3>This event is not only for young people — it’s for every hospitality leader who believes in building a more human, heart-centred, and visionary industry.At this special edition of our Hospitality Leaders After-Hours series, we are opening the floor to a powerful new voice in the room: Young leaders under 30 who are already making bold moves, leading teams, and challenging the status quo in our industry.They’ll share their struggles, their breakthroughs, and the values that guide their leadership — and in doing so, they’ll offer us all something incredibly valuable: A fresh perspective.This is not a youth-only event — it’s a space where generations come together. Where seasoned leaders and rising talent sit side by side to exchange ideas, stories, and visions for a better kind of hospitality.🤝 It’s a win-win. The young inspire with their courage and authenticity. The experienced offer wisdom and depth. Together, we all grow. <h3>💡 Why Attend?</h3><ul><li>Connect with rising stars and senior changemakers in hospitality</li><li>Learn how the next generation is redefining success — without losing their soul</li><li>Share your voice, your experience, your values</li><li>Be part of shaping what comes next in our industry</li></ul> <h3>🌟 Event Highlights</h3><ul><li>Opening Talk – A warm and inspiring welcome by Verónica Sánchez</li><li>Panel: Leaders Under 30 – An honest, bold conversation with young trailblazers in hospitality</li><li>Networking – Drinks, bites, and deep discussions with a community of passionate leaders</li></ul> <h3>✨ Meet the Speakers: Emerging Leaders in Hospitality</h3>**Liesl Roescher** Housekeeping Manager at The Social Hub Vienna A Hotel Management graduate and finalist of EMCup 2023, Liesl has demonstrated exceptional leadership and commitment to sustainability. Her experience at The Social Hub Vienna has honed her leadership, sales, accounting, and communication skills.🔗 <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/liesl-roescher-34901a201/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/liesl-roescher-34901a201/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Connect on LinkedIn</a>**Anja Marie-Teres Knittelfelder** Assistant Front Office Manager, Park Hyatt Vienna With over six years of experience in hospitality, Anja is recognised for her dedication to delivering exceptional guest experiences. Her proactive approach and continuous pursuit of excellence have earned her accolades within her team.🔗 <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/anja-marie-teres-knittelfelder-732980195/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/anja-marie-teres-knittelfelder-732980195/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Connect on LinkedIn</a>**Marianna Sabatini** Duty Manager, Zoku Vienna Marianna brings a wealth of experience in front and back office operations and managing MICE requests. Her role at Zoku Vienna involves liaising with clients and ensuring seamless event execution, showcasing her versatility and commitment to service.🔗 <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianna-sabatini-9a1ab715a/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianna-sabatini-9a1ab715a/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Connect on LinkedIn</a>**Liubov Hotsaliuk** Cluster Convention &amp; Events Sales Executive, Hilton Vienna Liubov specialises in coordinating and selling events across multiple Hilton properties in Vienna. Her role requires strategic planning and client engagement, reflecting her strong organisational and interpersonal skills.🔗 <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/liubov-hotsaliuk-25aa6b225/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/liubov-hotsaliuk-25aa6b225/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Connect on LinkedIn</a> <h3>🍽 Special Invitation: Private Dinner | 20:30</h3>Join our speakers, the Between Forks team, and fellow hospitality leaders for an intimate dinner following the event.This isn’t just a dinner — a moment of genuine connection, where ideas blossom and a new kind of leadership takes root. (Optional, not included in the main event.) <h3>Important Information</h3> <ul><li>Limited availability: First come, first served.</li><li>Can’t attend this time? Pre-register for our next event on 26th June, in the same place.</li></ul>👉 Secure your spot today — register here via Eventbrite! Unlock new connections. Shape the future of hospitality. <h3>GDPR &amp; Media Notice</h3>By attending this event, you acknowledge and agree that photographs and video recordings may be taken for promotional and social media purposes.Between Forks follows applicable data protection regulations. Upon arrival, please inform the event organisers if you do not wish to be recorded or photographed.

Agenda

Grab your badge, enjoy a drink, and meet other brilliant minds shaping the future of hospitality.



Arrival & Registration

With Verónica Sánchez, founder of Between Forks & The Hospitality Leaders Club.
We’ll set the tone for an evening full of honesty, connection, and inspiration.

Welcome & Opening Remarks

Real stories from rising stars in the industry who are already making a difference.

Panel Discussion: The Future of Hospitality Leadership, Leaders Under 30 :) 

Short, personal leadership stories from the audience. Real lessons, no slides.
Because the best lessons come from each other.

Leadership Lightning Talks

Jump into real-life leadership scenarios and co-create solutions together.

Interactive Challenge

An open space to share your perspective. This is your space to speak up.

Your  Matters

A heartfelt wrap-up with Verónica. You’ll leave reminded of your strength, path, and place in this new wave of leadership.

Closing Words

If you'd like to stay longer, we’d love to keep the conversations over dinner in good company.

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