Kylie Lukic | Group General Manager
Equeva Hotel Group

With more than 35 years of executive leadership in hospitality, Kylie Lukic has built a distinguished career leading multi-property hotel portfolios across Internationally recognised hotel brands, boutique accommodation groups and independent hospitality businesses. Renowned for delivering operational excellence, sustainable growth and organisational transformation, she brings deep expertise in strategic leadership, technology integration, operational systemisation, process optimisation and building high-performing teams. A respected industry leader, Kylie is recognised for transforming complex operations into scalable, guest-centric businesses. Her collaborative leadership style, commercial acumen and passion for innovation have consistently delivered improved performance, stronger organisational cultures and exceptional guest experiences. At NoVacancy 2026, Kylie will explore how technology, strategy and human experience are reshaping the future of hospitality. Drawing on decades of hands-on operational leadership, she will share practical insights and real-world strategies that hotel owners, operators and managers can implement immediately to enhance efficiency, strengthen teams and elevate the guest journey. Known for her engaging presentation style and practical approach, Kylie delivers actionable ideas that challenge conventional thinking and inspire hospitality leaders to embrace innovation.