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She Dares to Travel is a podcast for fearless explorers and leaders who approach travel and life differently. Hosted by Rachela — a seasoned traveler, risk advisor, and expert in travel safety — the show blends inspiring stories with practical strategies to help listeners navigate the mental, physical, and digital challenges of global travel. From solo adventures to building businesses on the move, each episode features candid conversations with trailblazers, cybersecurity professionals, entrepreneurs, and tourism innovators who share real-world insights and bold perspectives. Listeners gain actionable advice and empowering stories designed to inspire confidence, courage, and thoughtful leadership. With 37 countries under her belt and a background leading Canada’s top travel agency, Rachela brings a unique mix of personal experience and professional expertise. She’s here to help travelers explore boldly — while staying safe and strong every step of the way.
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Monday Oct 30, 2023
Monday Oct 30, 2023
Joanna Jagger is passionate about educating future leaders and moving the dial for gender equity. She is the President and founder of WORTH Association, a society for women of recreation, tourism and hospitality.
WORTH Association was incorporated in 2018 to combat inequities in the industry and provide opportunities for networking, mentorship, education and leadership development. Representing women of WORTH across the province, Joanna advocates with industry associations and the provincial government to ensure a more equal future for women in industry leadership.
Joanna is an Instructor in the School of Tourism Management at Capilano University. At CapU, she teaches Human Resources and Organizational Behaviour, helping students identify their career passion and potential. She has held leadership roles in sales, catering and human resources at top hospitality brands including Marriott International, Shangri-La Hotels, Sequoia Company of Restaurants and Joe Fortes Seafood and Chophouse. A Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR), she provides HR solutions to individuals and organizations through her consulting practice, Adanac HR Services. Joanna has a Provincial Instructor’s Diploma from VCC and a Masters in Leadership from Royal Roads University.
Women are under-represent in leadership roles in Tourism, and more often than not, also under-paid!
Hear her insight and what we can do to support women leadership roles in tourism!
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