March marks International Women’s Day, and what better time to shine a spotlight on incredible women in hospitality? This month, Phil sat down with Liz Hartstone FIH – who sits on the IoH Board of Trustees and is a Hospitality Recruitment Specialist, Natalie Campbell MBE MIH – Co CEO of Belu Water, and Sana Bhati AIH – Senior Sales Executive at Vacherin, to explore the evolving landscape of leadership and opportunity for women in the industry.
From breaking down barriers to rethinking leadership models, this episode is packed with inspiration, insight, and actionable takeaways for hospitality professionals at all levels.
The biggest barriers women face in leadership – and how to overcome them
The confidence gap: why self-belief is key and how to build it
The power of networking, mentoring, and support systems
Flexible working and new leadership models – is job-sharing the future?
How businesses can create more opportunities for women in leadership
The role of men as allies in driving meaningful change
Liz Hartstone:
A long-time advocate of networking and mentorship, Liz believes the Institute of Hospitality plays a crucial role in helping women navigate career progression, find confidence, and build meaningful industry connections.
Natalie Campbell:
Inspired by the passion for service and hospitality, Natalie joined the IoH to connect with like-minded professionals and challenge traditional leadership norms. She believes in Shine Theory – when women lift each other up, everyone benefits.
Sana Bhati:
After discovering the IoH at a networking event, Sana saw the potential for growth, learning, and community. She credits the organization with helping her develop her confidence and professional network in the early stages of her career.
If you have any feedback about the show or would like to be a future guest, please contact Phil Street at phil.street@instituteofhospitality.org
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