Welcome to

BUILD & ELEVATE 2025!

We are thrilled to welcome you to the AHLA Foundation’s leadership development program for women, BUILD & ELEVATE! Your exceptional contributions to the hospitality industry have been recognized by your organization, and we commend your dedication to personal and professional growth.

Over the next year, BUILD & ELEVATE will provide transformative opportunities to refine your leadership identity, harness your influence, and confidently navigate power dynamics. This program is designed to empower you to lead with purpose and authenticity.

Witnessing over 200 women advance their careers and achieve meaningful enrichment has been an inspiring journey. We are honored to support and celebrate your success as you embark on this transformative experience. Let’s BUILD and ELEVATE together!

MEET THE TEAM

  • Eliza McCoy

    Vice President, Programs and Impact

    AHLA Foundation

    emccoy@ahla.com

    (571) 408-3756

  • Jenn Clark Fugolo

    Vice President, Industry and Stakeholder Engagement

    AHLA Foundation

    jfugolo@ahla.com

    (301) 848-0225

  • Molly Cromwell

    Senior Manager, Programs and Impact (B&E Program Manager)

    AHLA Foundation

    (512) 870-7100

  • Karen Laos

    CEO & Founder

    Karen Laos Consulting

    karen@karenlaos.com

  • Kele Belton

    Executive Coach

    Karen Laos Consulting

    kele@thetailoredapproach.com

  • Portia Scott

    Executive Coach

    Karen Laos Consulting

    portia@portiascott.com