ποΈ Podcast Spotlight: ChatGTM Podcast S2 Ep 5: Toni Ronayne on Leadership, Fractional Roles & Community
We had the pleasure of speaking with Toni Ronayne about her journey from corporate leadership to founding her own company, The C Society. The conversation dives into the shifts, insights, and strategies shaping modern hospitality leadership.
β¨ Key Themes:
β’ Embracing change & validation
β’ Early career leadership lessons
β’ The rise & impact of fractional leadership
β’ Community building & mentorship in hospitality
β’ Unique pressures for women in leadership
β’ Momentum, cross-pollination & setting up fractional leaders for success
π‘ Top Takeaways:
β’ Hospitality leadership: Navigating dynamic change & priorities
β’ Fractional leadership: Essential in times of transformation
β’ Community building: Finding your tribe & fostering connections
β’ Validation & timing: Knowing when to pivot & embrace new opportunities
π Episode Chapters:
β’ 00:00 β NRF Highlights & Introduction
β’ 05:57 β Early Career & Leadership Lessons
β’ 14:00 β Rise of Fractional Leadership
β’ 20:54 β Community Building & Transition to C Society
β’ 27:16 β Embracing Change & Validation
β’ 33:27 β Unique Pressures for Women in Hospitality Leadership
β’ 39:03 β Setting Up Fractional Leaders for Success
Toniβs insights remind us that leadership isnβt just about title, itβs about momentum, community, and impact.
#Leadership #FractionalLeadership #Hospitality #CommunityBuilding#Mentorship #CareerTransition