Hotel Leadership Development Program

Hotel Leadership Development Program HLDP is the student management training program at the Statler Hotel at Cornell University's School

We are excited to celebrate the promotion of Matthew Korniczky to Front Office Manager!Matthew is a Junior in the Nolan ...
09/10/2026

We are excited to celebrate the promotion of Matthew Korniczky to Front Office Manager!

Matthew is a Junior in the Nolan School of Hotel Administration and has been working at The Statler Hotel since his Freshman fall. He began his Statler journey at the front desk but has since cross-trained in bellstand, reservations, and housekeeping to gain a complete understanding of the Rooms Division. He is excited to continue learning more while working toward a career in airline or hotel operations.

Within Nolan, Matthew was a People & Culture Assistant Director for Hotel Ezra Cornell 101 and a member of Air & Sea Hospitality. Beyond Statler, he is an Assistant Photo Editor for The Cornell Daily Sun, on the E-Board of Cornell Catholic, and is on the leadership team for his home chapter of HOBY Youth Leadership. In his free time, Matthew enjoys hiking, reading, and line dancing.

Congrats Matthew!

We are excited to announce the promotion of Mia Philippi to Student Learning & Development Supervisor!Mia has been a mem...
09/08/2026

We are excited to announce the promotion of Mia Philippi to Student Learning & Development Supervisor!

Mia has been a member of HLDP’s Learning & Development track since her sophomore year, while also working as a Guest Services Agent at The Statler Hotel since her freshman year. As a Junior in the ILR School, Mia has developed a strong background in human resources, employee development, and organizational leadership.

Outside of The Statler, Mia spent the past two summers with Daimler Truck North America, first as a Human Resources and Labor Relations Intern and most recently as a Talent Acquisition Intern. She also currently serves as President of Cornell’s Chapter of Kappa Alpha Theta, where she leads an executive board across programming, operations, recruitment, and risk management. Mia is a team player, an initiative-taker, and always approaches her work with a positive attitude and a passion for hospitality.

Congrats Mia on this well-deserved promotion!

We are ecstatic to announce the promotion of Jessica Bizub '27 to Student Sales and Marketing Director!Jessica is a juni...
05/14/2026

We are ecstatic to announce the promotion of Jessica Bizub '27 to Student Sales and Marketing Director!

Jessica is a junior in the Nolan School of Hotel Administration, specializing in Services Marketing and minoring in Psychology. She began working at The Statler Hotel during her freshman year with the Meetings and Events team. After joining the Hotel Leadership Development Program, she transitioned into Sales and Marketing, where she developed a passion for building client relationships and supporting group business as she progressed through the roles of Coordinator, Supervisor, and Manager with efficiency and prowess.

Outside of work, Jessica just finished serving as the Promotional Chair for Cornell University’s Program Board and will step into the role of Executive Chair next year.

Congrats Jessica! We are so excited to see what you do next!

The Statler Hotel is hiring both Cornell and non-Cornell students for the summer! Do you have a college student coming h...
05/07/2026

The Statler Hotel is hiring both Cornell and non-Cornell students for the summer! Do you have a college student coming home for the summer looking for a job? How about a high school student (aged 16+)?

The Statler Hotel at Cornell University is looking for temporary Meetings & Events Service Staff for Cornell Commencement, with the option to continue during the summer. Several other positions are also available — candidates are asked to submit their applications as soon as possible!

Cornell Students Apply Here (search “Statler”): https://www.myworkday.com/cornell/d/task/1422$8033.htmld

Non-Cornell Students Apply Here: https://jobs.hr.cornell.edu/us/en/search-results?keywords=statler

Congratulations Oluwafunmilade (Funmi) Agboola '27 on your promotion to Sales and Marketing Student Supervisor!!Funmi, o...
04/06/2026

Congratulations Oluwafunmilade (Funmi) Agboola '27 on your promotion to Sales and Marketing Student Supervisor!!

Funmi, originally from Lagos, Nigeria, is a junior in the Hotel School studying Marketing with a minor in Applied Economics. She began her HLDP journey in the Culinary Department as a banquet chef, then transitioned to Sales and Marketing.

Through her experience across multiple departments at the hotel, Funmi has developed a strong appreciation for the full scope of hospitality and is excited to carry that knowledge into her internship this summer. The Hotel School provides her the space to grow creatively, work independently, and stay grounded in serving her community. She looks forward to continuing to make a meaningful impact within the hotel and the hospitality industry as a whole.

Outside of the classroom, Funmi currently serves as a course assistant for Restaurant Management and is involved in Hotel Ezra Cornell, Cornell Hotel Society, the Hotel Student Mentorship Program, Cornell Marketing Immersion, Phenomenon Step Team, and First Love Church.

Cheers to Diana Mena '26 promotion to Front Office Student Manager!!Diana is a graduating senior in the College of Agric...
04/02/2026

Cheers to Diana Mena '26 promotion to Front Office Student Manager!!

Diana is a graduating senior in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. Her journey began her freshman year in the Housekeeping department at The Statler Hotel. After joining HLDP, she eventually transferred to the Front Office where she advanced her knowledge of front line operations, and was promoted to Supervisor. She strived to foster a positive work environment where all could feel safe and encouraged to grow, while supporting staff development, and providing high quality service.

As Diana comes closer to graduating, she seeks to explore opportunities within the hospitality industry while applying her background in agriculture and business administration. Although her path is unclear, she hopes to combine her analytical thinking skills with her hands on experience to help organizations operate efficiently and responsibly. Diana hopes to one day cultivate a collaborative workplace that values diversity and inclusion where everyone contributes to positive team culture.

Congratulations Beverly Kleinman '27 on your promotion to Student Meeting and Events Manager!!Beverly is a junior at the...
03/26/2026

Congratulations Beverly Kleinman '27 on your promotion to Student Meeting and Events Manager!!

Beverly is a junior at the Hotel School from Long Island, New York, with a strong interest in hospitality design and marketing. She joined The Statler Hotel during her freshman year as a member of the Meetings and Events team and is an active participant in the HLDP program.

Beyond her work at the hotel, Beverly serves as the Philanthropy Director for the 101st Annual Hotel Ezra Cornell and is a teaching assistant for several courses within the Hotel School. She has also gained valuable industry experience through internships at properties across the country, including in Colorado and Hawaii.

Beverly is excited to continue growing in her new role and contributing to the success of the Meetings and Events team.

HLDP recently welcomed back Alexis Sicklick '15 to hear about her culinary journey after graduating from the Hotel Schoo...
03/26/2026

HLDP recently welcomed back Alexis Sicklick '15 to hear about her culinary journey after graduating from the Hotel School and the Culinary Institute of America, which included spending time in New York City working at L’Artusi, Annisa, Dirt Candy, Aquavit, Balaboosta, and now Hudson Table! She is also chef and founder of Syncopated, where she offers guests the chance to dine to the ‘beet’ of her culinary rhythm through playful, vegetable-forward pop-up dinners and bespoke private events.

HLDP recently welcomed back Alyssa Ravenelle ’13 as a guest speaker during our Monday sessions. Alyssa is the Vice Presi...
03/19/2026

HLDP recently welcomed back Alyssa Ravenelle ’13 as a guest speaker during our Monday sessions. Alyssa is the Vice President of Business Development at Zappi, a global B2B SaaS market research company, where she leads outbound strategy and drives global revenue growth. While at Cornell, Alyssa served as an HLDP Front Office Supervisor.

Cornell Giving Day is here! Support the future of hospitality by making a gift to the Hotel Leadership Development Progr...
03/12/2026

Cornell Giving Day is here! Support the future of hospitality by making a gift to the Hotel Leadership Development Program (HLDP) at The Statler Hotel. Your donation helps provide hands-on learning experiences, professional development opportunities, and real-world training for the next generation of hospitality leaders.

Every gift makes an impact:
https://givingday.cornell.edu/campaigns/hotel-leadership-development-program

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