Celebrating the Remarkable Impact of Women on the Restaurant Industry in Wisconsin

As we celebrate Women's History Month, we're highlighting the remarkable impact that women have had in shaping Wisconsin's rich hospitality tradition. From pioneering figures like Hattie Mosher, who ran one of Milwaukee's first successful female-owned hotels in the late 1800s, to Wisconsin native Alice Washburne, whose innovative management transformed Northwoods resorts into world-class destinations.
 
Wisconsin's hospitality industry was built on the shoulders of determined women. From the iconic supper clubs that define our state's dining culture to the lakeside resorts that have welcomed generations of visitors, women have been central to creating our unique brand of Midwestern hospitality.
 
Today, the restaurant and hospitality industry is home to so many amazing women who are creating award-winning experiences while mentoring the next generation. Their success builds on Wisconsin's strong tradition of female hospitality leadership, dating back to the German and Scandinavian immigrant women who established the state's first boarding houses and restaurants.
 
The legacy of diverse and accomplished women in the restaurant and hospitality industry will be celebrated at the 20265 Women in Hospitality Conference on October 20th in Madison. The event will bring together Wisconsin’s hospitality industry professionals with the purpose of connecting, celebrating and inspiring the supportive community of powerful women transforming the hospitality industry.

Registration is now open for what promises to be an inspiring celebration of Wisconsin's hospitality heroines, past and present and future.
 
Find out more about Women’s History Month
Read about some iconic women in hospitality throughout history from Talking Hospitality
More info and registration for the 2025 Women in Hospitality Conference on October 20th in Madison

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