--- title: Blog | Kara Heinecke description: Kara Heinecke is a University of Utah Business Scholar Alum and has 12 years of experience in customer facing roles in hotels, start-ups, and the telecommunications industry. Having worked in the corporate world in the United States and Thailand, she has honed her communication and collaboration skills across cultures. 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Having worked in the corporate world in the United States and Thailand, she has honed her communication and collaboration skills across cultures. Now she is bringing her knowledge of hospitality and service, and passion for storytelling into higher education. ![Share your Stories with the Future Leaders at AIHM](https://blog.aihm.education/hubfs/Inpire%20future%20leader%20at%20AIHM.png) ### [Share your Stories with the Future Leaders at AIHM](https://blog.aihm.education/share-your-stories-with-the-future-leaders-at-aihm?hsLang=en) Aug 21, 2025, 3:59:55 PM What if your story could spark the next great leader in hospitality? At AIHM, we believe that real-world wisdom—shared through storytelling—has the power to inspire, guide, and transform. That’s exactly what our Guest Speaker Series is all about. It’s more than just a talk; it’s a chance to connect with future professionals and leave a lasting impact. Curious to see how your voice could shape their journey? Read on. ![Kara Heinecke](https://blog.aihm.education/hs-fs/hubfs/Khun%20Kara.jpg?width=45&name=Khun%20Kara.jpg) [Kara Heinecke](https://blog.aihm.education/author/kara-heinecke) [Read More](https://blog.aihm.education/share-your-stories-with-the-future-leaders-at-aihm?hsLang=en) ![Habits: How Matt Spriegel Created Atiom](https://blog.aihm.education/hubfs/How%20Matt%20Spriegel%20Create%20Atiom-1.png) ### [Habits: How Matt Spriegel Created Atiom](https://blog.aihm.education/habits-how-matt-spriegel-created-atiom?hsLang=en) Jul 21, 2025, 12:38:00 PM Wait—did he just start *juggling*? When Matt Spriegel, founder of Atiom, pulled tennis balls from his pocket during a guest talk at AIHM, no one expected a masterclass in mindset. But that’s exactly what they got. From daily habits to business hacks, Matt shared how “1% better every day” can transform your ideas—and your future. Curious what juggling has to do with success? 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