Elke thinks in campaigns, headlines, and impact. With over ten years of experience in digital marketing and global brand work, she knows how to make content not just seen, but felt. As GoLeonessas Content Strategist and Production Lead, she crafts data-driven strategies, runs smooth productions, and hones messages that hit hard. Her goal? Maximum relevance and deep connection with the tribe. Her mission? Empower women worldwide with travel content that inspires and protects.
Kimberly Edelsbacher, B.Sc., M.Sc.
Power-Leonessa
Kimberly is a Business Developer with 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), she brings not only strategic sharpness but also a deep understanding of people and markets. From Europe to the US and Asia, she builds strong partnerships with travel brands, crafts smart processes, and propels GoLeonessa’s global growth. Because women don’t just travel, they lead the way.
Nina Edelsbacher, B.Sc. Social Media Cub Scout
Armed with a B.Sc. in Hospitality Management from Florida Atlantic University, Nina brings not just academic know-how but plenty of street smarts. Don’t let the “Cub” fool you, she’s a solo travel pro who knows all the rules of traveling alone from Europe to the US to Down Under... and breaks them with charm when needed. With a keen sense for trends, target groups, and travel vibes, she rocks social media and breathes fresh energy into the pack. Her mission: to show women worldwide how to travel safe, confident, and stylish.
Becky Yore
Tech-Leonessa
Becky lives in the future and brings it into the now through code. As GoLeonessas Technical Lead, she develops visionary technologies that empower women worldwide. She thinks in systems, scales ideas in seconds, and builds digital solutions with real impact. Her world? Clean code, smart architectures, and user experiences that make safety tangible. Her mission: to design tech that enables freedom for every leonessa, everywhere.
Günther Edelsbacher Project Development & Strategy-Leone
Marketing strategist, connector, and tech enthusiast with heart. Günther builds brand strategies that don’t just resonate, they scale digitally. He connects women-friendly hotels and destinations, making sure safety and inclusivity stay front and center. With a clear focus on innovative safety technology, he brings people, places, and opportunities together to drive GoLeonessa forward in the digital world.
Mentors & Advisory Board & of GoLeonessa
Elisabeth von Trapp Mentor-Leonessa
As the granddaughter of the legendary Trapp family, Elisabeth carries a legacy that continues to inspire travelers worldwide. A celebrated musician and licensed Austrian tour guide, she bridges cultures between Salzburg and Vermont with her voice, stories, and passion for discovery.
Elisabeth lends her voice to empower women across the world to travel with confidence, joy, and freedom. She welcomes 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
Ursula lives and breathes tourism with heart and soul. As an experienced expert in hotel management, she knows every corner of the industry and brings with her a network built on strong, trusted relationships. Her love for the mountains shines through in her work, fostering socially sustainable partnerships that create safe, authentic travel experiences for women. With Ursula 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
As a member of the GoLeonessa Advisory Board, Cornelia brings a powerhouse mix of marketing savvy and deep experience in hotel and destination consulting, sharpened by her work at Stiftskulinarium St. Peter Salzburg. She’s the strategic connector who builds strong partnerships with one clear goal: putting safety and comfort for women travelers front and center. With her unstoppable vision and fierce team spirit, she fuels the pack’s strength and drives GoLeonessa forward sustainably and boldly.
Sylvia Liebisch Heart & Mentor-Leonessa
As a member of the Advisory Board and President of Skål Austria, Sylvia brings decades of experience in the airline industry, training, and tourism consulting. She knows the travel world inside and out and stands as a true mentor to our pride. A powerhouse of wisdom and warmth, she uplifts, motivates, and inspires women to walk their own path. With heart, vision, and an unshakable belief in every leonessa’s potential, she helps lead GoLeonessa into the future with strength and purpose.
Doris Oberkanins Tourism Insider Leonessa
As a member of the Advisory Board, Doris brings 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, she knows the industry inside and out. She leverages her deep market knowledge to firmly anchor GoLeonessa in the travel business, making sure women worldwide can travel safely and enjoy unforgettable, top-tier experiences.
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