About HLC
Leadership development for the hospitality industry - that's what we're passionate about at HospitalityLeadership.Coach (HLC).
We understand the unique challenges and opportunities of the restaurant and hotel industry, and we're here to be your partner in developing effective leaders. Our team of award-winning and ICF-certified executive coaches at MNDFL LDR LLC have created HLC to specifically focus on leadership development for the 24/7/365 operations of the hospitality industry. Let us help you create leaders who guide great teams and live more fulfilling lives
Our Mission
HLC's mission is to empower leaders in the hospitality industry through personalized coaching and development programs. We aim to improve the industry by helping professionals tap into the potential of serving others, guests, and teams. Our team of experts is dedicated to helping managers become effective leaders, while also finding personal and professional fulfillment in the industry. We believe that leadership in the hospitality industry can be purposeful, positive, and profitable for those who take the time to develop their skills and passions.
Our Industry
Leadership in the Hospitality Industry: The hospitality industry is unique and demanding, with a strong sense of community and a culture all its own. As leaders in this industry, it's essential to have the skills to navigate the challenges and make the most of the rewards. That's where HospitalityLeadership.Coach (HLC) comes in. We specialize in providing customized leadership coaching and development programs for managers in the hotel and restaurant industries. With the help of our certified coaches, you can take your leadership skills to the next level and create a more fulfilling and successful career in the hospitality industry."
Our Method
Our method to improve the hospitality industry is by developing leaders who are passionate about serving others, their guests, and their staff. Through a combination of group, and 1:1 coaching led by ICF-certified coaches with decades of experience in hotels and restaurants. We specialize in creating customized coaching plans to help managers develop their leadership skills and reach their full potential. Our programs focus on building key skills such as empathy, communication, self-awareness, stress management, time management, and more. Our goal is to turn managers into organizational leaders who run better businesses and lead more fulfilling lives in the hospitality industry.
We are here to better serve.
“As a 25-year veteran of the hospitality industry and an ICF-certified professional coach, I understand the unique challenges and rewards that come with leading in the hotel and restaurant industry. That's why I created HospitalityLeadership.Coach (HLC) - to provide tailored coaching and training programs for managers and leaders in the hospitality industry.
My mission is to turn hospitality managers into organizational leaders through developing leadership skills such as empathy, communication, self-awareness, stress management, goal-setting, and accountability, to help managers create productive teams and run better businesses.
At HLC, we are passionate about serving the hospitality industry and are dedicated to helping leaders like you achieve personal and professional growth while making a positive impact in the world. Let us be your leadership development partner, and together we can improve the hospitality industry.”
Leadership Coach & Partner
Edward Vicedo, PCC
Edward knows the hospitality industry inside and out. From managing Michelin-starred restaurants to creating unforgettable experiences for celebrity-driven brands, he’s lived the high-stakes, fast-paced life. But despite all the success, he found himself feeling unfulfilled and disconnected from what really mattered—his family and his own sense of purpose. Everything changed when he worked with a coach who helped him see that success doesn’t have to be “either/or”—it can be “yes, AND.” That experience completely shifted his life. He reconnected with his values, found balance, and rediscovered joy.
Now, Edward’s on a mission to help others do the same. As a coach, he works with hospitality leaders to tackle the big challenges: managing teams in a tough labor market, keeping up with new technology, meeting evolving guest expectations, and staying grounded in a fast-changing world. Whether it’s one-on-one coaching, team workshops, or strategy sessions, Edward brings a personal, tailored approach to every client, helping them unlock their potential and create real impact.
Edward’s style is rooted in curiosity, integrity, and joy. He’s passionate about helping leaders in hospitality thrive—not just professionally but personally, too. Whether you’re navigating a career pivot, building a stronger team, or trying to balance big goals with your personal life, Edward’s been there, and he’s ready to help.
