An Insider's Field Guide

By Leah Crump Consulting

As a high-level professional woman, attending conferences can be an exhilarating and enriching part of your career. They’re an opportunity to learn, network, and solidify your position as a thought leader in your field. But let’s be honest: the travel, packed schedules, and juggling acts with family and personal commitments can take a toll if not handled thoughtfully.

In 2025, I’m challenging us to do conferences differently—gracefully balancing the demands of work, re...

 By Leah Crump, Principal Consultant at Leah Crump Consulting

Renovating a luxury hotel spa is a complex process that combines strategic vision, precise planning, and seamless coordination. Here, we cover five key elements essential to a successful project—though many more factors contribute to a flawless transformation. From aligning stakeholder interests to crafting an exceptional guest experience, each step brings the spa closer to an elevated reopening.

1. Aligning Stakeholder Vision...

By Leah Crump, Principal Consultant at Leah Crump Consulting

Recently, Leah Crump sat down with Staci Flores, Spa Director at The Plaza San Antonio and a close friend, to discuss the value of working with a specialized consultant as a business owner. 

Staci Flores: Leah, as the founder of Leah Crump Consulting, you’ve earned a reputation for helping hospitality professionals and creatives build thriving consulting businesses. But you also work with a business consultant yourself. What led you ...

By Leah Crump, Principal Consultant at Leah Crump Consulting

Running a boutique business often means wearing many hats, but trying to do everything alone can be a recipe for burnout rather than success. At a certain point, taking strategic risks and outsourcing key responsibilities can be the game-changer that propels a company to the next level. Recently, I made such a move by partnering with a Fractional Chief Operating Officer (COO). The decision to bring in a seasoned professional to handle...

 By Leah Crump, Principal Consultant at Leah Crump Consulting

When it comes to tackling big challenges in business, bringing in a consultant can be a game-changer. As Kelsey Alpaio mentioned in an interview with Harvard Business Review, a consultant is essentially someone who’s an expert in a particular field, brought in to solve problems and offer insights—whether that’s for an individual or a company. They fill the gaps in expertise and bring a fresh perspective to the table. In the hospitali...

 By Leah Crump, Principal Consultant at Leah Crump Consulting

In the world of luxury hospitality, creating unforgettable guest experiences is paramount. For properties like The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel, the pursuit of excellence goes beyond the lavish decor or upscale amenities. It extends into the realm of wellness, where guests seek not just a retreat, but a transformation. As a wellness consultant, I’ve had the privilege of collaborating with this iconic property to bring a unique series ...