About
Bridging hospitality and technology.
The Hospitality Tech Show Inc. exists to connect industry leaders, educators, and students — giving them a platform to learn, share, and shape what comes next.
Our Founder
Senan Goundjo
Originally from Benin, West Africa, Senan relocated to the United States fifteen years ago. He holds an associate's degree in hospitality management from Montgomery College and a master's degree in Management Information Systems and Services from the University of Maryland Global Campus.
He previously served as president of the Hospitality Club at Montgomery College and chapter president of the National Society of Minorities in Hospitality at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. Senan is a recipient of scholarships from the Maryland Tourism Education Foundation and NEWH.
Co-Founder
Michael Woodson
Michael L. Woodson is the Co-Founder & Host of the Hospitality Tech Show and a nationally recognized cybersecurity,enterprise risk, and technology executive with more than 20 years of leadershipexperience helping organizations navigate digital transformation, operationalresilience, and emerging technology risk.
Throughout his career, Michael has led security and risk programs across thehospitality, financial services, transportation, healthcare, government, energy,retail, and life sciences sectors. His expertise spans cybersecurity, AIgovernance, operational resilience, business continuity, enterprise riskmanagement, privacy, and executive leadership.
Mission
Transcending the industry
The Hospitality Tech Show Inc. aims to bridge the gap between hospitality and technology by providing a platform for industry leaders, educators, and students to connect, learn, and share valuable insights.
Vision
A global platform for innovation
To become a leading global platform for innovation, education, and empowerment across the hospitality and technology industries.
What we set out to do
Our goals
Diversity & inclusion
Promote diversity and inclusion across hospitality and technology.
Industry development
Support growth through partnerships and educational initiatives.
Mentorship
Mentor students and young professionals entering the field.
Close the content gap
Address the market gap for content at the hospitality–technology intersection.
Why the Hospitality Tech Show?
There were no podcasts focused on how hospitality and technology complement each other. We built one — for professionals, students, and tech enthusiasts alike.
Help our cause
Support the Hospitality Tech Show today.
Your contribution funds mentorship, student programs, and free, independent content for the hospitality-tech community.