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IGLTA Playbook: Making Travel Safe For All

Explore hospitality's future through the lens of LGBTQ travel. John Tanzella of IGLTA discusses safety, global advocacy, and the foundation's fellowship work uplifting professionals worldwide. He shares leadership lessons and bold advice for young talent entering the industry.

Safety and cultural awareness

Prioritize guests' safety by researching local laws and cultural norms before promoting LGBTQ travel. Tailor partnerships and messaging to each market, balancing welcome tone with clear guidance on legal risk.

Hire for attitude and warmth

Prioritize attitude and demeanor when hiring. A small, decentralized global team of warm, positive professionals builds member trust, navigates sensitive markets and sustains relationships in 80 countries.

Invest in fellowships and mentorship

Develop targeted fellowships, mentorship and conference access to recruit and elevate young LGBTQ travel professionals. Grants, mentoring and regional programs create clear career pathways and industry resilience.

First is safety. So you want to be safe when you travel and you got to understand the laws and the cultures before you travel.

John Tanzella, President/CEO at IGLTA

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John Tanzella

President/CEO of IGLTA with two decades leading the global LGBTQ travel association. He builds a decentralized, values-driven team, advances safety and cultural awareness for travelers, and scales fellowships, mentorship and conferences to grow the industry.

IGLTA Playbook: Making Travel Safe For All

John Tanzella