Lessons from Mentors | Stacy Silver — LODGING

What initially inspired you to get into the hospitality business?

I never set out to work in hospitality—it was an unexpected surprise. After spending several summers interning at a trade publishing company, they offered me a full-time role to be part of the team launching a new publication focused on the hotel industry. And the rest, as they say, is history.

Who were some of your mentors or role models and what were their most valuable lessons?

My first boss, Jerry Merkin, was a true mentor. He taught me the fundamentals of the industry, introduced me to countless top executives, and offered me numerous opportunities that shaped my career.

Jerry Daly showed me the importance of building and…