Leora Halpern Lanz, ISHC

Leora Halpern Lanz, ISHC, is an accomplished marketing and PR professional with a passion for hotels, hospitality, tourism, and destination marketing. Based in New York and working in Boston, she is recognized for her trustworthiness, ethics, and high standards in the industry.

As an Assistant Dean and Associate Professor of the Practice at Boston University, Leora is at the forefront of innovating the future of the hospitality business. She is affiliated with the Alpha Kappa Psi business fraternity and serves as a Faculty Advisor for BU Hillel.

Leora's notable achievements include being invited to the Hotelier's Guild Academy of Hospitality Arts, serving on the Americas Advisory Board for Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International, and being recognized as one of the 'Top 100 Powerful Leaders in US Hospitality.' Additionally, she has been honored as one of the '30 Influential Hospitality Educators' and named one of the '25 Influential Hospitality Educators' by the International Hospitality Institute.

Leora Halpern Lanz has a strong presence in the industry, having served on various boards and judging panels, including the IHI Board of Judges and the HSMAI Adrian Awards. She is a member of prestigious organizations like the Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) and the International Society of Hospitality Consultants (ISHC).

With a background in Master's and Bachelor's degrees from Boston University and Cornell University, respectively, as well as education from Stuyvesant High School in New York City, Leora has held key roles in academia and industry. Her past positions include serving as Assistant Dean and Faculty Chair at Boston University, Principal at LHL Communications, Inc., and various teaching and marketing roles at institutions like NYU and ESSEC MSc in Hospitality Management.

Leora's expertise spans marketing, PR, media relations, F&B, and internal communications, making her a well-rounded professional in the hospitality sector. Her contributions to education and industry recognition solidify her as a prominent figure in the field.