Rise Through It®

for Hospitality & Tourism

This industry runs on connection, but too often, the people doing the connecting are running on fumes.

Long hours, emotional labor, unpredictable demand, and the constant push to meet higher guest expectations have left many hospitality and tourism professionals in a state of quiet burnout. Add to that the pressure to grow revenue, innovate fast, and lead large teams, and it’s easy to forget the why behind it all.

I work with leaders and teams who are ready to lead differently, with clarity, empathy, and a culture that actually supports the people delivering the experience.

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What We
Work Through Together

I help service leaders navigate burnout, disconnection, and constant pressure, creating cultures of trust, empathy, and sustainable guest impact.

Challenges
Rashmi Airan is not only a deeply moving speaker with a unique story —she is an absolutely captivating storyteller. When she spoke at the Jacksonville Women’s Leadership Forum earlier this month, her authenticity, courage, and wisdom resonated powerfully with our audience. Rashmi has a unique gift for blending personal vulnerability with universal truth, and her message on integrity, leadership, and accountability sparked reflection and meaningful dialogue among our attendees. She is one of the few keynote speakers in our forum’s history to receive a standing ovation—and it was more than deserved. We are so grateful for the impact she made, and I wholeheartedly recommend Rashmi to any organization or event seeking a speaker who will not only inspire but truly transform a room.

Cindy Rose

Finance Expert

The Children's Christmas Party of Jacksonville

I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Rashmi Airin since 2012, and from the start I was struck by her professionalism, authenticity, and drive. Over the years, I’ve seen her resilience firsthand as she turned her life’s hardest challenge into a powerful purpose. Rashmi chose accountability, growth, and a new path—one focused on leadership, compliance, and the ethical decision-making challenges professionals face every day. Her voice is both candid and inspiring. She has a rare gift for turning personal lessons into meaningful insights that resonate with others, and she brings honesty and courage to every conversation. I’m proud to call Rashmi a friend and a living testament to the power of resilience, growth, and transforming adversity into a mission to help others.

Angela (Eason) H.

Sr Executive

Third Order Effects

You see a lot of speakers come and go on the Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO) circuit. For me, a great speaker needs to do two things: 1. Explain why their story, ideas, or remarks are truly different and important. 2. Bring actionable takeaways whether they're specifically a "business speaker" or something that would be defined more broadly. Rashmi not only very thoroughly checked both of those boxes, she added a natural speaking ability and energy that could be felt by every single person in the room. She owned the stage, but she also took plenty of time offstage meeting and talking with members both before and after her remarks. You can't go wrong bringing Rashmi in to speak to your group, and I'd be happy to dive deeper with anyone who wants to learn more about why I felt her work was so impactful.

Jon Minjoe

Executive Director

EO Dallas

Rashmi Airan kicked off our IGNITE Sales Stampede with a keynote that absolutely hit home. It was genuine, emotional, and the kind of message that sticks with you long after the day is over. She used her own story to bring the RISE framework to life in a way that felt real and human, and it connected with our team in such a powerful way. What made her impact even stronger was what happened after she left the stage. Rashmi jumped right in with our team: listening, encouraging, and engaging with a sincerity you don’t see every day. She’s a phenomenal speaker: authentic, dynamic, and courageous. Any organization would be lucky to have her. She’s part of our family now.

Brian Crumby

MHM, CHIA, CED

Caesars Entertainment Meetings and Events

I would highly recommend Rashmi to any organization looking for a speaker who truly makes an impact. We had Rashmi speak to our company for our Annual Meeting after a challenging year and her story really resonated with our employees. Rashmi’s story is both deeply unique and incredibly relatable. From the very beginning, her willingness to be vulnerable creates an immediate and authentic connection with the audience. Regardless of where you are as an organization, or as an individual, there is something powerful to take away from her message. This was not a typical motivational speech, it was honest, thought provoking and genuinely impactful.

Erica LaCentra

Chief Marketing Officer

RCN Capital

I'm so grateful to have heard Rashmi's message- one that has left a lasting impression. She speaks about pressure, accountability, and resilience in ways that are deeply personal, yet also widely relatable. There are no grand promises or clichés - just an incredible perspective, and hard-earned wisdom. When Rashmi spoke with our collegiate athletes, I was struck by how our team leaned in. Young student-athletes can be a tough crowd to quiet, but you could feel their reflection happening in real time. She is a moving speaker who connects with people on a deeper level and creates meaningful self-reflection. Rashmi would be a gift to any group lucky enough to hear her message.

Jen Bowman

Head Volleyball Coach

Trinity College in Hartford CT

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Meet Me

I’ve lived pressure from every angle, as a founder, as a lawyer, and as someone who lost everything and had to start again. My journey through federal prison stripped away all the surface-level success and forced me to lead myself with clarity and conviction.

Now, I bring that hard-won wisdom to hospitality and tourism leaders who are navigating complexity daily. This isn’t about a new leadership trend, it’s about building cultures and careers that can stand the heat without burning people out.

If you want to create a team that’s strong from the inside out, I’m ready when you are.

RASHMI AIRAN
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Human connection in hospitality is more than just service. It’s the heart of lasting impact. Let’s build cultures where empathy, trust, and resilience thrive.

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