In this episode of Soul of Travel, Season 5: Women's Wisdom + Mindful Travel, presented by @journeywoman_original, Christine hosts a soulful conversation with Sharon Houghton.With over 15 years of experience in the media and Outdoor industries, Sharon is a sales and revenue leader who oversees notable brands and leads a robust team of creative, results-oriented, and passionate people. As the SVP of Sales at Outside, Sharon is focused on delivering results that impact the organization and its audiences. Sharon has managed and built numerous growth-based portfolios. She is a strategic thinker, a team and culture builder, a business partner, and a product developer who strives to find new solutions and tools to move the business forward in sustainable ways. Driven by integrity, accountability, and innovation - Sharon is a lifelong learner who loves to solve problems and take on challenges. Beyond work, Sharon is a mom to two kids (8 & 11) and an athlete that loves to travel. If she can run and swim on her travels around the world, even better!Christine and Sharon discuss:· The intersection between all things outdoors· The intentional evolution of business toward more sustainable and inclusive behaviors· Engaging with nature through mindful travel experiences· Shifting–and expanding–definitions of travel and adventure · The importance of women’s voices in healthy business ecosystemsJoin Christine now for this soulful conversation with Sharon Houghton.?​​​​​​​​To read our episode blog post, access a complete transcript, see full show notes, and find resources and links mentioned in this episode, head to the Soul of Travel Website. LOVE these soulful conversations? Make a difference by making a donation to Lotus Sojourns on PayPal.  Are you a Soul of Travel subscriber? Click here to subscribe to Apple Podcasts, so you don’t miss the latest episodes!?​​​​​​​​Learn more and purchase tickets to the Outside Festival! Visit Outside for outdoor news, tips, and gear.Connect with Sharon Houghton on LinkedIn.For national sponsorship or advertising opportunities with Outside, please email Sharon at shoughton@outsideinc.com.?​​​​​​​​Looking for ways to be a part of the Lotus Sojourns community? Learn more here!Find Lotus Sojourns on Facebook, or join the Lotus Sojourns Collective, our FB community for like-hearted women. Find solo travel trips for women over 50 on JourneyWoman.Follow us on Instagram: @journeywoman_original, @lotussojourns and @souloftravelpodcast.Credits. Christine Winebrenner Irick (Host, creator, editor). Sharon Houghton (Guest). Original music by Clark Adams. Editing, production, and content writing by Carly Oduardo.Support the Show.