# Women in Hospitality Leadership: Confidence, Connection & Career Growth

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Podcast: [The Michelle Pascoe Hospitality Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-michelle-pascoe-hospitality-podcast-332550)
Published: 2026-02-17T19:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.michellepascoe.com/The-Michelle-Pascoe-Hospitality-Podcast
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## Resource

Hospitality careers don’t follow straight lines — and that’s exactly where the opportunity lies. In this episode, Kimberley Malcolm, General Manager of Member Experience & Compliance at the Australian Hotels Association (Victoria), shares her journey from pouring beers behind the bar to shaping leadership, compliance and community across the hospitality and gaming sectors. You’ll hear practical insights on: Why “soft skills” are actually leadership superpowers How women can confidently step into leadership — even when the room doesn’t look like them The power of mentorship, sponsorship and genuine networking How hospitality venues remain the heartbeat of their communities This is a must-listen for hospitality professionals, emerging leaders and women ready to grow their influence without losing authenticity. Listen now & share with someone building their career in hospitality. Contact Kimberley AHA Website: www.ahavic.com.au State of the Industry Report: https://www.ahavic.com.au/get-to-know-us/13569-2/ Global Gaming Women: https://www.globalgamingwomen.org/ Contact Michelle Website: www.michellepascoe.com

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