Leading with a WOW!

Are you a transformational Hospitality leader who is passionate about helping others thrive and find their inspiration?

Be part of a movement that impacts people through
hope, inspiration and motivation.

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If you work in the hospitality industry, imagine if one word could spark transformation – and help businesses, communities, and people thrive as they rebuild through a post-pandemic world.

Our industry is committed to bringing people together whether enjoying a meal together, experiencing a get-away, or serving on a project. Hospitality is a vital ingredient that feeds the human spirit.

The Leading with a WOW project will provide a platform for marketplace executives, visionaries, and thought leaders to share their insight on a single word.
This effort, which includes publishing a deluxe hardcover book, will introduce you and your organization to a wider audience to make an impact.

This is your opportunity to answer the call to be a catalyst for changing lives! Become a Leading with a WOW Contributing Author today!

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When you're a Contributing Author, you and your word-of-the-week will be featured in all of the following ways:

You'll Become a Published Author

You provide us with a 500-850 word motivational/inspirational essay that will be featured as one of the 52 chapters of Leading with a WOW. Don't have time to write? We can provide ghostwriting services for an additional fee.

You'll Be Featured as a WOW Leader.

Provide us with your photo and a brief bio of yourself. We will feature you as a contributing author within the book and on the Leading with a WOW website.

You'll Receive Nationwide Exposure

In addition to being featured in the book and on the website, you and your material will be highlighted in nationwide promotional materials; flyers, press releases, e-newsletter, social media, podcasts, and video interviews.

You'll Receive Deep Author Discounts

As a Contributing Author, you will be able to purchase large quantities of the book at deep discounts ranging from 60-75% off depending on the quantity purchased.

You'll Help Rebuild Our Nation and Economy

You'll be inspiring businesses and communities, and helping people thrive with your valuable insight.

You'll Give Back

Each Contributing Author will have the opportunity to make charitable contributions by their involvement in Leading with a WOW. More details to follow.

Anticipated Retail Print Price: $29.95

Casebound, Hardback Book, Full-Color Dust Jacket

Ebook edition available

Possible additional formats (audiobook, podcast, magazine, mobile app, and blog)

Contributing Author Testimonials
from previous WOW editions

I gave a copy of WOW Factor to all of my senior leadership. They reported back that many of the words had personal impact and a profound effect.
Pasco Manzo
President, Teen Challenge New England
More than ever, we need encouragement and inspiration to move forward in the face of challenge. I'm excited to lend my voice to WOW Factor.
Angela Donadio
Author, Speaker & Podcast Host
As a brand strategy consultant, the WOW Factor has been a great way for me to elevate my profile with potential clients. It's one thing to hand out a business card and quite another to give them a book with fresh perspectives and insights they can use every day.
Kennan Burch
Brand Catalyst

STEP ONE - FILL OUT YOUR INFO AND SELECT YOUR WORD


STEP 2 - CHOOSE THE OPTION THAT WORKS BEST FOR YOU

Base Package

$995

Base Package (Payment Plan)

$1597

Do you want to sponsor this project without contributing a chapter to the book? Here are some options for you:

GOLD Sponsor: $2,500

  • Includes a full-page ad in the back of the book
  • Featured on the website (logo, link, and up to 250 words)
  • Receive 100 copies of the hardback book

SILVER Sponsor: $1,500

  • Includes a half-page ad in the back of the book
  • Featured on the website (logo, link, and up to 100 words)
  • Receive 50 copies of the hardback book

BRONZE Sponsor: $1,000

  • Includes 1/6th page ad in the back of the book
  • Featured on the website (logo with link)
  • Receive 10 copies of the hardback book