Eloise Hanson is a well-established hospitality and travel thought leader who has delivered impactful talks for Sky, Preferred Hotels and Resorts, Best Western Hotels and Bank Leumi. As editor of Hospitality for Boutique Hotel News and Serviced Apartment News, Eloise contributes weekly articles, e-newsletters and monthly features for the B2B media platforms. She is also a contributor to their podcasts and webinar series. Eloise's hosting credentials include presenting an exclusive "Feed Your Mind" session with Agilysys in London and hosting the Serviced Apartment Awards with TV presenter Georgina Burnett in 2024.
After graduating with a First-Class Honours degree in English Literature from the University of Sussex and earning a distinction in her Master’s in Journalism there, Eloise quickly immersed herself in the fast-paced world of hospitality and travel. Her first position in the industry was as a reporter for International Hospitality Media, and in 2020, she became the News Editor for Boutique Hotel News. Eloise continued to gain responsibility and soon became the Hospitality Editor. Eloise has built a strong reputation as a respected voice in hospitality and travel, speaking at major industry events around the world. She addressed hotelier members at a global consortium’s annual conference on the role of luxury travel trade media and strategies for strengthening brand positioning, and was featured at the annual conference of a leading US hospitality software platform, where she interviewed the company’s CEO.
Eloise has also led a high-profile fireside chat with a US hotelier CEO at an international hotel investment conference, exploring growth strategies, market challenges and emerging opportunities. Eloise shares her insights on industry legacy, brand value and future leadership further as a podcast guest. In 2024, she led panels at The Urban Living Festival and was selected by a national UK hotel group to lead a performance-driven session, sharing practical strategies to help independent hotels maximise their impact on social media in 2025.
Eloise Hanson's extensive industry knowledge and confident on-stage presence make her an ideal moderator and host for hospitality and travel conferences. With an engaging, conversational style that encourages meaningful insights, keeps discussions focused and ensures audiences leave with clear, practical takeaways, Eloise is a trusted choice for a range of events. To hire Eloise Hanson, contact Champions Speakers today!
Eloise Hanson's official speaking topics are listed below:
Performance and growth
Exploring how evolving KPIs, investment strategies, and development opportunities are driving company success and shaping the global hospitality market
Technology and AI
Examining how the latest innovations in hospitality tech and artificial intelligence enhance efficiencies and strengthen competitive advantage
Marketing and loyalty
Showcasing the strategies that expand reach, deepen guest engagement, boost lifetime value, and build stronger brand equity with measurable ROI
Market and consumer insights
Revealing how the psychology of the modern traveller is shaping trends and informing strategic decisions across investment, product development, and marketing
Operations and guest experience
Understanding how team management, workflow processes, and guest experience initiatives (pre, during, and post-stay) improve service quality, satisfaction, and overall business impact
Sustainability and ESG
Navigating regulatory frameworks, financial planning, and strategic roadmaps to ensure compliance and long-term resilience
Official Feedback From In-Person & Virtual Events:
"Eloise expertly moderated our hotel outlook roundtable in London, skilfully bringing together diverse perspectives and fostering open, constructive dialogue around shared challenges and solutions" - Leumi UK
"Eloise was an exceptional host at our BWH hotelier conference. She brought deep industry knowledge and editorial experience that truly elevated the session. With clarity, confidence, and insight, Eloise steered the conversation to deliver real value for our audience. Her thoughtful questions and natural presence created an engaging environment where meaningful ideas and actionable strategies emerged. A true professional - and a pleasure to work with" - BWH Hotels GB
- 2024 - Lead panels at The Urban Living Festival
- 2024 - Travelled to Vegas to learn more about Agilysys's latest tech and met their team.
- 2024 - Hosted an exclusive "Feed Your Mind" session with Agilysys in London
- 2024 - Hosted the Serviced Apartment Awards with TV presenter Georgina Burnett
- 2023 - Hospitality Editor for International Hospitality Media LTD
- 2021 - Boutique Hotel News Editor
- 2020 - News Editor for Boutique Hotel News
- 2019 - Reporter for International Hospitality Media LTD
- 2017 - Master’s in journalism with distinction from the University of Sussex
- 2014 - First-class English Literature degree from the University of Sussex
How to hire Eloise Hanson
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