10th Annual Women in Tourism & Hospitality (WITH) Awards Luncheon

Theme: The Future is WITH Us: Celebrating a Decade of Elevation

What Makes This Year Different?

As Women in Tourism & Hospitality (WITH) celebrates its 10th Anniversary, this year's Awards Luncheon will feature exclusive moments that have never before taken place in the organization's history.

For the first time, our Founding Honorees will reunite on stage for Legacy in Motion, an inspiring conversation reflecting on how their leadership has evolved over the past decade, the impact they have made across the hospitality and tourism industry, and their vision for the future. The discussion will be led by the moderator who guided the inaugural 2016 Honoree Panel, Ms. Peggy Cooper.

In another historic first, WITH Founder Clara Carter will take the stage for an intimate Fireside Chat, moderated by Mistress of Ceremonies Darlynne Reyes Menkin. Together, they will reflect on the inspiration behind founding WITH, celebrate ten years of elevating women leaders, and share an exciting vision for the organization's next chapter.

This milestone celebration is more than an awards luncheon—it's a rare opportunity to hear directly from the women who helped shape our industry's future, celebrate the accomplishments of the 2026 Honorees, and connect with influential leaders from across hospitality and tourism. If you've ever been part of the WITH journey—or want to be part of what's next—this is the event you won't want to miss.

Still Wondering if You Should Attend?

The WITH Awards Luncheon is more than an event—it is a celebration of leadership, inspiration, and the powerful connections that move our industry forward.

Join more than 300 tourism, hospitality, travel, and business leaders for an unforgettable 10th Anniversary celebration honoring the women who have paved the way, celebrating the 2026 Honorees, and creating meaningful opportunities to connect, collaborate, and be inspired.

Whether you are a hospitality professional, industry executive, emerging leader, community partner, or champion for women in leadership, the WITH Awards Luncheon is where conversations begin, relationships grow, and the future of our industry is shaped.

Be part of this historic milestone celebration as we honor the past, celebrate the present, and elevate the future—because the future is WITH us.