Christine Wilsek

Christine Wilsek is a seasoned human resources and hospitality leader with more than four decades of experience in the industry. She currently serves as Director of People & Culture at The Langham, Chicago, where she focuses on employee relations, talent development, workplace culture, and creating an environment where colleagues feel valued and supported. Christine began her HR career in 1984 and has held leadership positions with Langham Hospitality Group and other prominent hospitality organizations across the United States. Throughout her career, Christine has developed particular expertise in hotel openings and takeovers, contributing to the successful launch and transition of approximately 10 properties. Her Langham career has included roles in Pasadena, Chicago, and New York as well as regional leadership positions overseeing Human Resources across North America. She earned her bachelor's degree in Business Administration from DeVry University and became a certified facilitator for Franklin Covey programs, including The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People and The 4 Disciplines of Execution. Christine credits empathy, diligence, persistence, and a commitment to positive outcomes as key drivers of her professional success. Beyond her professional responsibilities, Christine is passionate about developing people and encouraging young individuals to consider careers in hospitality, including opportunities that do not require a traditional college degree. Her leadership philosophy centers on balancing compassion with appropriate standards while treating employees and managers fairly. Outside of work, Christine enjoys spending time with her daughter and dogs, particularly adopting older dogs and giving them a loving second chance. She also enjoys reading, traveling, cooking traditional Italian dishes, exploring local markets and boutiques, and enthusiastically supporting the Chicago Bears and Los Angeles Dodgers.