Creating Experiences People Remember – Renee McKenney

Renee McKenney has spent more than 30 years in the tourism and hospitality industry, but her career has been anything but predictable. From starting out on a high-end cruise ship to working in hotels, Southwest Airlines, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, Visit Dallas, and now Tulsa Regional Tourism, every stop has shaped the way she thinks about leadership, hospitality, and creating experiences people remember. In this episode, Renee shares what she learned from some of the biggest names in hospitality, why curiosity has been one of the most valuable skills throughout her career, and how being willing to find the gaps and bring people together has helped her create roles and opportunities along the way. She also shares why she fell in love with Tulsa, the opportunities she sees ahead for the city, and what it will take to continue putting Tulsa on the map for visitors, conventions, and major events. If you love travel, hospitality, leadership, or hearing from someone who isn't afraid to disrupt the way things have always been done, you'll love this conversation with Renee McKenney.