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Creating Accessible and Inclusive Events
At the heart of our industries lies the essence of hospitality; ensuring everyone feels welcomed and comfortable. It’s about more than just creating a flash of glamour and excitement; it's about creating spaces where people can truly be themselves, regardless of their background or abilities.
The Leadership Working Mothers Carry Before the Workday Begins
How do you say yes to opportunity when your day begins with managing an entire household? For many working mothers, what looks like hesitation is actually strategy and coordination long before the workday starts. Continue reading to explore how that yes becomes possible.
NetWORTH: Lessons From Women in Finance
Financial industry powerhouses Nadia Demers, Nelofar Maleqazghar, Selena Woo and Charlotte Pecknold, share their insights on building financial confidence, negotiating better terms, and owning your future.
Let It Go: The Pressure That Was Never Yours to Carry
Leadership today might require a new kind of discipline: letting go. Katherine Tilley said it best at the Summit and we're sharing it all here.
The Power of Showing Up
The Summit messages we don’t want to forget, including five reminders WORTH carrying into the rest of your year.
Turning Anger into Intentional Networking
Let’s turn our anger into a catalyst for change. Too many women know the feeling of decisions made without us. Change begins when we channel that energy into intentional conversation.
Silence Is Louder Than Words: Are You Listening?
A reminder to look for the silence that surrounds your environment, its presence can be louder than words.
WORTHy Thoughts on this Black History Month
Tash McLeod shares ideas for celebrating Black excellence year-round and helping contribute to a more inclusive and just future.
Financial Planning for Tired People
A refreshingly practical approach for starting to manage your money, without adding more to your plate.
Your Career, This Year
Five steps to help you set career goals that align with your values, energy, and the season you’re in.
How 30–60 Days Can Transform Your Career
Career growth isn't always a dramatic leap; it doesn't demand a new job, a bold decision, or a complete overhaul. The most meaningful progress starts right now, at this very moment, exactly where you are.
Ten Lessons From Women of WORTH in 2025
As we cruise through the end of the year, celebrate where you are, and dream of what’s next. Take inspiration from this year’s women of WORTH.
Lessons from Our Fireside Chat: On Claiming Ground
No one succeeds alone. The more we lift each other, the more room we create for everyone to grow. This is just one of the insights we’ve gathered to help you claim the ground you’ve earned, and the future you deserve.
You’ve Come Further Than You Think
November is the moment when all the big projects start to come together and the finish line for the year is in sight. There can be work still to do and work already done. We’re all climbing our own mountains, each at a different pace, each with a different view. So let’s celebrate progress, yours and other’s, even when it feels unfinished.
This Is Your Sign to Breathe
Many of us show up even when we’re unwell, tired, stressed, or mentally drained. It’s called presenteeism, and it’s one of the earliest signs of burnout. Women are especially at risk, because the responsibility for others rarely switches off.
If you recognize that sense of disconnection, it might be time for a check-in.
Three Ways to Boost Leadership Innovation Beyond AI
In BC’s Tourism & Hospitality industry, innovation in leadership goes far beyond AI. From embracing new ways of learning to building community connections and fostering psychologically safe workplaces, today’s most effective leaders are reshaping how teams thrive.
Real Talk With Shelby Lim
From competitive snowboarding to leading global teams, Shelby Lim has built a career rooted in play, passion, and people-first leadership. Read her lessons on growth, confidence, and inclusion.
Real Talk with Jenny Mourad
As Marketing Director at Discover Surrey, Jenny Mourad is redefining tourism marketing. In this interview, she shares her inspirations, leadership style, and how she’s shaping Surrey’s visitor experiences through community partnerships.
Use Your Power (Even If It’s Just Controlling the Office Thermostat)
Your influence matters. Learn five practical ways to use everyday moments to make your community better from the inside out.
Seven Years of WORTH: A Letter from Joanna
In this special anniversary letter, our founder & Executive Director Joanna Jagger shares what these seven years have taught her: about growth, about community, and about what’s possible when women support women, not just in theory, but in practice.
It’s equal parts reflection and rallying cry, and it’s filled with gratitude for every hand that’s helped shape WORTH.
