Speaker and Executive Director
Roni Weiss
Travel Unity · Inclusive Tourism
Organizational Culture · DEI in Practice
Making complex ideas about inclusion understandable, practical, and actionable — for travel organizations, conferences, and teams across the globe.
CONNECT
ORGANIZATION
Travel Unity
ROLE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
BASED IN
PLEASANTVILLE, NY
AVAILABLE FOR
DOMESTIC & INTERNATIONAL
9+
Years as Executive Director
5
Core Speaking Topics
350+
Max Audience Reached
Global
Domestic & International
Turning inclusion into clear, practical action
Roni Weiss is the Executive Director of Travel Unity, a nonprofit advancing inclusion and belonging across the travel industry. He led the creation of the industry’s first inclusion standards and oversees certification, consulting, and Alliance programs — helping organizations translate values into practice.
As a speaker, Roni is known for being engaging, candid, and grounded. His work sits at the intersection of education and the travel industry, with a focus on making inclusion understandable rather than overwhelming. Roni grew up in Snohomish County, Washington, began college at age 10, and earned dual Bachelor’s degrees in Drama and English at 18.
- Executive Director of Travel Unity (2016–present)
- Creator of the travel industry's first Inclusion Standards
- Regular speaker at global industry conferences
- Trusted advisor to tourism & hospitality organizations worldwide
- Creator of education initiatives for students & career changers
- 4,500+ LinkedIn followers across travel, education & DEI
Who Roni speaks to
Roni’s sessions are designed for a wide range of audiences across the travel, tourism, and hospitality ecosystem.
Travel & Tourism Organizations
Hospitality Professionals
Conference & Event Organizers
Government & Tourism Boards
Educators & University Programs
DEI & HR
Leaders
Industry
Executives & Senior Leaders
Nonprofit & Community Organizations
Workforce & Career Pathway Leaders
What Roni speaks about
Each session is tailored to your audience — destinations, associations, universities, and hospitality organizations of all sizes.
01
Inclusive Tourism in Practice
Moving beyond values statements to implement concrete, realistic practices that create more welcoming experiences for visitors, staff, and communities.
02
Organizational Culture & Belonging
How culture, leadership, and everyday decisions shape whether people feel seen, heard, and respected — and what to do to build environments where people want to stay.
03
Turning Inclusion into Action
Breaking down complex DEI ideas into practical steps organizations can understand and apply without feeling overwhelmed.
04
Careers & Pathways in Travel
How people enter, experience, and remain in travel careers — and what organizations can do to create clearer, more welcoming pathways for students and career changers.
05
The Future of the Travel Industry
How travel organizations can balance growth with community impact, workforce needs, and social responsibility in a rapidly changing global industry.
Content is tailored to your audience and goals. Roni works with destinations, associations, universities, and hospitality groups of all sizes.
Flexible for your event
From main stage keynotes to intimate facilitated strategy sessions — Roni adapts to your format and goals.
KEYNOTE
SPEECHES
Breakout Sessions
Panel Discussions
Interactive Workshops
Webinars & Virtual Events
Fireside Chats
Moderated Discussions
Facilitated Strategy Sessions
Where Roni has spoken
Selected engagements from a broader body of speaking experience across the global travel and tourism industry.
Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC)
GSTC2022 Global Conference
Accessibility & Diversity in Travel & Tourism
Seville, Spain
December 2022
350
attendees
Kentucky Tourism Industry Association
2024 Spring Travel Forum
DEI: Recommit, Retreat or Revise?
Kentucky, USA
May 2024
160
attendees
Illinois Park and Recreation Association
Diversity Education Institute
Keynote: Creating a Comprehensive DEI Plan + Workshop
Illinois, USA
April 2025
120
attendees
Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC)
GSTC2024 Global Conference — Pre-Conference Workshop
Accessibility and Social Impact in Tourism
Stockholm, Sweden
April 2024
20
specialist workshop
SECSA-CHRIE Federation Conference
10th Annual Conference — Panelist
Trends, Opportunities & Industry–Academia Synergy
USA
March 2025
40
attendees
Additional speaking engagements available upon request.
Testimonials
From conference organizers, session attendees, and industry leaders.
Featured Presentations
Watch clips from recent conference appearances and panels.
GSTC2024 · Stockholm, Sweden
Accessibility and Inclusion in Tourism
2025 Travel Unity Virtual Spring Summit
Leading with Values: Building a Welcoming Travel Industry
Bring Roni to your event
Available for domestic and international events. Virtual presentations also available. Flexible fees for nonprofits and educational institutions.
[email protected]
Phone
(212) 923-7704
Lead Time
6–8 weeks preferred
Travel
Domestic & international · Virtual available
Fee
Varies · Flexible & negotiable
Nonprofits
Pro bono / reduced rates available
Travel and lodging are expected to be covered by the host organization. Content is tailored to your audience and goals.
RONI WEISS / TRAVEL UNITY
Executive Director · travelunity.org
Pleasantville, New York