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Francine Manilow is an accomplished entrepreneur with a diverse background in the hospitality and service industries. As the Founder and CEO of Manilow Suites since March 1980, Francine has developed a successful business providing luxury short-term housing in high-rise apartments and has expanded to include partnerships with certified, women-owned corporate housing businesses across the United States. Prior to this, Francine owned Starburst Video, the first DVD rental service in Warrenville, Illinois, and Tesoros Americanos, which offered American-made products in Cancun, Mexico. Francine's earlier career includes serving as a flight attendant at United Airlines, where participation occurred during a time when career options for women were limited, as well as founding Hospitality Services, Inc., which connected stewardesses with trade show opportunities. Lastly, Francine held the position of President at Piles & Files of Photos, a stock photo company.