Roni
Weiss

Travel Unity  ·  Inclusive Tourism
Organizational Culture  ·  DEI in Practice

Making complex ideas about inclusion understandable, practical, and actionable — for travel organizations, conferences, and teams across the globe.

Turning inclusion
into clear, practical action

Roni Weiss is the Executive Director of Travel Unity, a nonprofit advancing inclusion and belonging across the travel industry. He led the creation of the industry’s first inclusion standards and oversees certification, consulting, and Alliance programs — helping organizations translate values into practice.

As a speaker, Roni is known for being engaging, candid, and grounded. His work sits at the intersection of education and the travel industry, with a focus on making inclusion understandable rather than overwhelming. Roni grew up in Snohomish County, Washington, began college at age 10, and earned dual Bachelor’s degrees in Drama and English at 18.

• ✓Executive Director of Travel Unity (2016–present)
• ✓Creator of the travel industry’s first Inclusion Standards
• ✓Regular speaker at global industry conferences
• ✓Trusted advisor to tourism & hospitality organizations worldwide
• ✓Creator of education initiatives for students & career changers
• ✓4,500+ LinkedIn followers across travel, education & DEI

Who Roni speaks to

Roni’s sessions are designed for a wide range of audiences across the travel, tourism, and hospitality ecosystem.

What Roni speaks about

Each session is tailored to your audience — destinations, associations, universities, and hospitality organizations of all sizes.

Inclusive Tourism in Practice

Moving beyond values statements to implement concrete, realistic practices that create more welcoming experiences for visitors, staff, and communities.

Organizational Culture & Belonging

How culture, leadership, and everyday decisions shape whether people feel seen, heard, and respected — and what to do to build environments where people want to stay.

Turning Inclusion into Action

Breaking down complex DEI ideas into practical steps organizations can understand and apply without feeling overwhelmed.

Careers & Pathways in Travel

How people enter, experience, and remain in travel careers — and what organizations can do to create clearer, more welcoming pathways for students and career changers.

The Future of the Travel Industry

How travel organizations can balance growth with community impact, workforce needs, and social responsibility in a rapidly changing global industry.

Content is tailored to your audience and goals. Roni works with destinations, associations, universities, and hospitality groups of all sizes.

Flexible for your event

From main stage keynotes to intimate facilitated strategy sessions — Roni adapts to your format and goals.

Where Roni has spoken

Selected engagements from a broader body of speaking experience across the global travel and tourism industry.

Additional speaking engagements available upon request.

Testimonials

From conference organizers, session attendees, and industry leaders.

“Roni Weiss is a true leader and expert in the field of diversity, equity, and inclusion within the travel industry. He brings both deep knowledge and a genuine commitment to advancing meaningful change. What sets Roni apart is his ability to create space for honest, impactful dialogue — asking the right questions that encourage people to share their authentic experiences. He doesn’t just lead conversations; he elevates them.”

“Roni Weiss has devoted himself tirelessly to support unity and fairness for people engaged in travel and tourism. He’s a naturally gifted communicator with expertise and insights that make him a dynamic and effective speaker.”

“That was an exceptional session with incredible insight from the panelists and excellent moderating. Thanks so much for being there and leading this important discussion.”

“Great session at a great pace! It is clear that it was constructed to not lose the audience — having interactive activities and making everything personal, not just reading from text.”

“Your approach is manageable and welcoming. DEI topics can be sensitive and difficult, and you made them easier to engage with.”

“It was an absolute honor to be part of this initiative. It was an excellent start for us to be more aware, considerate, and welcoming to all — it can only broaden our horizons.”

Featured Presentations

Watch clips from recent conference appearances and panels.

Bring Roni to your event

Available for domestic and international events. Virtual presentations also available. Flexible fees for nonprofits and educational institutions.

Travel and lodging are expected to be covered by the host organization. Content is tailored to your audience and goals.