Denella Ri’chard

Denella Ri’chard is an extraordinary trailblazer in the world of travel and media. She is the host and executive producer of the seven-time Telly Award-winning television series, Traveling With Denella Ri’chard, a dynamic weekly program that has also earned the coveted Travel Weekly Magellan GOLD Award—not once, but twice. In 2023, Denella was recognized as one of the "Most Influential Women in Travel" by Travel Pulse. Her remarkable contributions to the industry secured her a place on the International Hospitality Institute's prestigious list of the “100 Most Influential People in USA Hospitality and Travel for 2024.” She also received the distinguished Black Meetings & Tourism's Black America 250 (BA 250) Living Legend Award, cementing her legacy as a powerhouse in travel and media. A proud graduate of Southern University and A&M College, Denella's journey is marked by excellence. Before conquering the screen, she held influential leadership roles at globally renowned, publicly traded companies, including Hilton Worldwide, Carnival Corporation, and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings. Her expertise, vision, and charisma continue to inspire audiences and professionals around the globe, solidifying her place as a true luminary in the travel and hospitality industry.