Board Member 2025

Rhonda Serre, MBA, is the visionary founder of Serre Solutions, a consultancy dedicated to economic and business development within the hospitality, travel, and tourism industries. A champion of sustainable, people-centered growth, Rhonda is the creator of “Hero Gardening”—a philosophy and practice that empowers communities and entrepreneurs to co-create thriving, resilient local economies.

With a deep-rooted background in economic and community development, Rhonda’s work centers on aligning business success with grassroots leadership, cultural preservation, and regenerative impact. Her engaging presentation, Putting People First – the Art of Hero Gardening, offers a compelling blueprint for transforming tourism through local empowerment, meaningful connections, and sustainable growth.

Rhonda continues to inspire industry leaders with practical strategies and visionary thinking, reminding us that when travel uplifts communities, everyone thrives.