The GoLeonessa Team & Advisory Board
Elke Edelsbacher
Co-Founder & Story-Leonessa | Asia-Pacific Market Specialist
Elke Edelsbacher
Co-Founder & Story-Leonessa | Asia-Pacific Market Specialist
I think in campaigns, headlines, and impact. With over ten years of experience in digital marketing and global brand work, I know how to make content not just seen, but felt. As GoLeonessa's Content Strategist and Production Lead, I craft data-driven strategies, run smooth productions, and hone messages that hit hard. My goal? Maximum relevance and deep connection with the tribe. My mission? To empower women worldwide with travel content that inspires and protects.
Kimberly Catleen, B.Sc., M.Sc.
Business Development USA | Co-Founder & Power-Leonessa
Kimberly Catleen, B.Sc., M.Sc.
Business Development USA | Co-Founder & Power-Leonessa
As a Business Developer, I have a clear mission: to empower women worldwide to think big and act boldly. With a background in Psychology (UCF) and a Master’s in International Business Administration (University of London), I bring not only strategic sharpness but also a deep understanding of people and markets. From Europe to the US and Asia, I build strong partnerships with travel brands, craft smart processes, and propel GoLeonessa’s global growth. Because women don’t just travel, they lead the way.
Nina Vienna, B.Sc.
Australia & Asia-Leonessa | Destination Scout & Sports Partnerships
Australia & Asia-Leonessa | Destination Scout & Sports Partnerships
Armed with a B.Sc. in Hospitality Management from Florida Atlantic University, I bring not just academic know-how but plenty of street smarts. I’m a solo travel pro who knows all the rules of traveling alone from Europe to the US to Down Under... and I break them with charm when needed. With a keen sense for trends, target groups, and travel vibes, I rock social media and breathe fresh energy into the pack. My mission: to show women worldwide how to travel safe, confident, and stylish.
Becky Yore
Tech-Leonessa
Tech-Leonessa
I live in the future and bring it into the now through code. As GoLeonessa's Technical Lead, I develop visionary technologies that empower women worldwide. I think in systems, scale ideas in seconds, and build digital solutions with real impact. My world? Clean code, smart architectures, and user experiences that make safety tangible. My mission: to design tech that enables freedom for every leonessa, everywhere.
Günther Edelsbacher
Co-Founder & Europe/USA-Leone | Strategy & Partnerships
Co-Founder & Europe/USA-Leone | Strategy & Partnerships
In the world of female travel, my role is to listen and learn. As a marketing strategist, connector, and tech enthusiast with heart, I build brand strategies that don’t just resonate, they scale digitally. I connect women-friendly hotels and destinations, making sure safety and inclusivity stay front and center. With a clear focus on innovative safety technology, I bring people, places, and opportunities together to drive GoLeonessa forward in the digital world.
Elisabeth von Trapp
Mentor-Leonessa
Mentor-Leonessa
As the granddaughter of the legendary Trapp family, I carry a legacy that continues to inspire travelers worldwide. As a celebrated musician and licensed Austrian tour guide, I bridge cultures between Salzburg and Vermont with my voice, stories, and passion for discovery. I lend my voice to empower women across the world to travel with confidence, joy, and freedom. I welcome women to experience Salzburg through intimate walking tours, cultural encounters, and musical moments that celebrate both history and self-discovery. Learn more about Elisabeth
Ursula Auer
Mountain-Leonessa
Mountain-Leonessa
I live and breathe tourism with heart and soul. As an experienced expert in hotel management, I know every corner of the industry and bring with me a network built on strong, trusted relationships. My love for the mountains shines through in my work, fostering socially sustainable partnerships that create safe, authentic travel experiences for women. With me on the Advisory Board, GoLeonessa grows not just as a brand, but as a movement bringing genuine warmth and quality to the travel world.
Cornelia Kogler
Alliance-Leonessa
Alliance-Leonessa
As a member of the GoLeonessa Advisory Board, I bring a powerhouse mix of marketing savvy and deep experience in hotel and destination consulting, sharpened by my work at Stiftskulinarium St. Peter Salzburg. I’m the strategic connector who builds strong partnerships with one clear goal: putting safety and comfort for women travelers front and center. With my unstoppable vision and fierce team spirit, I fuel the pack’s strength and drive GoLeonessa forward sustainably and boldly.
Sylvia Liebisch
Heart & Mentor-Leonessa
Heart & Mentor-Leonessa
As a member of the Advisory Board and President of Skål Austria, I bring decades of experience in the airline industry, training, and tourism consulting. I know the travel world inside and out and stand as a true mentor to our pride. A powerhouse of wisdom and warmth, I uplift, motivate, and inspire women to walk their own path. With heart, vision, and an unshakable belief in every leonessa’s potential, I help lead GoLeonessa into the future with strength and purpose.
Doris Oberkanins
Tourism Insider Leonessa
Tourism Insider Leonessa
As a member of the Advisory Board, I bring not only decades of experience and strategic expertise but also genuine passion for the mission. With a career as CMO of FTI and now CEO at Coral Travel/Ferien Touristik Austria, I know the industry inside and out. I leverage my deep market knowledge to firmly anchor GoLeonessa in the travel business, making sure women worldwide can travel safely and enjoy unforgettable, top-tier experiences.
