About
Sustainable Hospitality Solutions is a consulting and training firm dedicated to helping hotels, destinations, venues and indoor/outdoor events achieve internationally recognized certifications to validate sustainability claims. Â
Our approach emphasizes the development of actionable sustainability plans, coupled with engagement strategies that foster collaboration and participation from all stakeholders. This combination is essential to achieving impactful results that benefit businesses, communities, and the environment alike.
Kathy Sue McGuire, founder and CEO of Sustainable Hospitality Solutions, is an award-winning Sustainable Development Professional, LEED Green Associate, and Climate Reality Leader. With 18 years of experience in leading successful sustainability initiatives, she is recognized as a pioneer in achieving sustainable business certifications for clients. She is known for her expertise in both established best practices and emerging trends and is a trusted source for organizations seeking to make a meaningful impact on their operations and community.
Testimonials
One of the smartest decisions we made while establishing our holistic hospitality company, Soul Community Planet, was seeking the guidance of Kathy McGuire and Sustainable Hospitality Solutions. Kathy has played a crucial role in helping us create a better hospitality experience by developing a comprehensive framework that aligns with our core values of personal wellness, social responsibility, and sustainable practices. Her wealth of information, best practices, and innovative ideas have been invaluable in enhancing the wellness opportunities we offer our guests, fostering collaboration with our communities, and supporting the magnificent planet we all call home.
Ken Cruse
President & CEO, SCP Hotels
We have received many benefits since achieving our Green Key Global certification of 4 Keys. Our team members know we care about them and our community, we reduced a lot of our expenses, and our sales team can differentiate us from other properties.
Roger Amidon
General Manager, Marriott Singer Island Resort & Spa
Working with Kathy has been an absolute pleasure and a highly positive experience. Achieving the Green Key Global certification as one of the few Hilton properties is truly remarkable!
David Ecija
GM, Hilton Downtown West Palm Beach
Kathy came in and did a sustainability assessment of our golf resort and provided numerous opportunities for cost savings and ways to engage our guests.
Joel Paige
Managing Director, Lansdowne Resort
At PGA National Resort Kathy led us to being the first hotel in the U.S. to achieve both the Sustainable Venue and Accommodations certification from the Events Industry Council.