With over two decades of leadership at the intersection of technology, distribution, revenue management and digital marketing in the global hospitality industry, Tanya is a recognized executive dedicated to driving business transformation and sustainable growth. In her current role as the Global Vice President of Oracle Hospitality Strategy and Product Management, Tanya leads the vision, design, and go-to-market strategy for innovative cloud-based solutions that empower hotels to enhance operational efficiency, elevate guest experiences, and unlock new revenue streams.

Prior to joining Oracle, Tanya’s career encompassed transformative global hospitality leadership roles, orchestrating of large-scale business transformations, integration of diverse technology platforms, and implementation of digital strategies that propel organizational growth and competitive advantage. Throughout her career, Tanya has championed strategic initiatives that foster innovation, accelerate digital adoption, and cultivate high-performing, cross-functional teams. Her proven ability to connect business objectives with technological solutions has consistently delivered measurable results, including increased profitability, market share expansion, and enduring brand differentiation.

An MBA graduate from the Ivey Business School, Tanya is passionate about harnessing emerging technologies and data-driven insights to redefine the future of hospitality. She is also deeply committed to empowering, supporting, and enabling the next generation of hospitality professionals through mentorship, development opportunities, and the creation of inclusive, forward-thinking teams—ensuring the industry’s long-term, sustainable growth.

Nick Knight has 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, with a proven track record in operational excellence and commercial strategy. For over 14 years, Nick has held various General Manager and Area General Manager roles across franchise and independent hotels, successfully leading teams and delivering exceptional results. In the past four years, Nick transitioned to corporate leadership, focusing on operations and commercial strategy. Known for his hands-on style, Nick excels in revitalizing underperforming assets, driving profitability, and fostering team and community engagement.

Lori Kiel is a hospitality commercial strategist with more than 30 years of experience driving revenue management, sales, and marketing excellence across the hotel industry. She currently serves as Senior Vice President of Revenue Management at Pyramid Global Hospitality, where she leads integrated commercial strategies that align pricing, distribution, and demand-generation to accelerate growth and maximize profitability for a diverse portfolio of properties. 

Renowned for her ability to break down organizational silos and foster cross-functional collaboration, Lori is a recognized thought leader in strategic revenue management. She chairs the HSMAI Foundation’s 2025 Executive Committee, regularly speaks at industry events, and publishes insights on commercial evolution and leadership. 

Over her career, Lori has combined deep operational expertise with a forward-looking mindset toward talent development and technology adoption, helping teams navigate disruptive market shifts while delivering measurable business results. Her work emphasizes actionable strategy, thoughtful leadership, and sustainable growth in an increasingly data-driven hospitality environment.