Advocacy from a Hospitality Perspective

Hospitality and advocacy may seem like two separate worlds—but at their core, both rely on relationships, trust, and the ability to navigate competing interests in real time.In this episode, I’m joined by  Andrew Hopson, a Leader of Food & Beverage in luxury hospitality, to explore how the industry naturally intersects with policy, public perception, and economic impact. Together, we unpack why advocacy can feel unfamiliar in hospitality spaces—and why it is more relevant than ever.This conversation is rooted in understanding, not partisanship. It highlights how professionals in hospitality are already equipped with the skills needed to engage in policy conversations—whether they realize it or not.In this episode, we discuss:The parallels between hospitality and the legislative processWhy “every day is election day” in the service industryNavigating politics and maintaining neutrality in hospitality spaces