The Future of Lodging Summit 

Summit Generic

Our Goal:
Address current issues and futures needs in attracting and retaining employees for a career in the lodging and hospitality industry. Shape a plan of action to refine strategies in developing: Growth through Flexibility; Empowerment; & DEIB in our industry.

Take part in shaping the future by participating in this workforce and education focused event!

 

CLEVELAND

Date: April 27, 2023

Time: 8:00 AM-2:30 PM

Location: Aloft Cleveland Downtown

 

Registration

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Schedule

8:15AM Registration Open & Networking with Refreshments  
9:00AM Messages of Welcome  
9:20AM Presentation by AHLEI  
9:30AM Work Session #1: Flexibility is Essential There IS flexibility in the hospitality industry. Lodging leaders will be provided new tools to encourage stronger engagement and achieve greater flexibility with staff. Educators will uncover more ways to open new doors for their students entering the industry using their unique skills.
11:00AM Work Session #2: Ladder Steps to Advancement

Join in discussions regarding supportive communications toward growth. Let's build a plan. What does it take?
12:00PM Lunch & Networking  
1:00PM Work Session #3: A Panel Discussion - DEIB Includes You

As we work to build the industry’s workforce, join in and hear from a variety of sources on how they are approaching diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.
2:20PM Closing Remarks  
2:30PM Conclude  

 

Accommodations

Accommodations for this event are being held at the Aloft Cleveland Downtown for the evening of April 26 at a rate of $139++ per night. Block closes March 31.

Book Your Room

 

Parking

Valet is available on site & parking garages are available in the surrounding area. Street parking also available.

CINCINNATI 

Date: October 11, 2023

Time: 8:00 AM-2:30 PM

Location: Cincinnati, OH

 

Registration

Online Registration will open soon. However, if you want to to secure your seat, please contact michele@ohla.org with your name, organization, & email.

 

Schedule

More Information to Come Soon!

 

 

Accommodations

More Information to Come Soon!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Registration Types Include:

Hoteliers

Instructors

Students

Travel & Tourism Partners

These include others in the hospitality industry, including restauranteurs, CVBs, DMOs, and others.

For more information regarding registration or event functions contact michele@ohla.org. 

 

Pricing

Complimentary to attend.
If you would like to contribute towards the operation of this event and future OHLA education & workforce initiatives, donation opportunities are available.

Food & Beverage

A boxed lunch and light refreshments throughout the day will be included. Every effort will be made to accommodate common dietary restrictions. Anyone with special dietary needs please be sure to note in your online registration.

What to Prepare

We ask all attendees be prepared to keep an open mind regarding sentiments shared at the event & be ready to collaborate with other individuals about Education & Workforce Development.

Student Attendees:  Bring their resumes on site for sharing with possible employers

 

 

Sponsorship Opportunities are Available!

To pledge your support for The Future of Lodging Summit, contact cindy@ohla.org 

Presenting Sponsor $3,000 SOLD

  • Branding on all pre-event notices, communications, and printed event documents at the Presenting Sponsor level.
  • Branding on The Future of Lodging Summit  webpage and any materials published for the 2023 events
  • Welcome message and hospitality message and initiatives within their company during opening remarks (5-8 minutes)
  • Additional opportunities in 2023 to have logo on education & workforce documents.
  • 6 registrations to event(s)

Programming Sponsor   $2,500 SOLD

  • Branding on all pre-event notices, communications, and printed event documents at the Programming  Sponsor level.
  • Attendee Message and introduce a panel or speaker (3-5 minutes)
  • Opportunity to provide branded pens, folders, or note pads. An offer to raffle one item.
  • 5 registrations to event(s)

Hospitality Sponsor   $1,000 (Multiples Available)

  • Branding on all pre-event notices, communications, and event documents at Hospitality Sponsor level.
  • Greet attendees at the Registration Desk 
  • Links to find open positions and/or a company profile will be made available to attendees attending the Summit
  • Three registrations to one Future of Lodging Summit of your choice

Interactive Poll Sponsor   $750   (1 SOLD; 1 Available for Cincinnati Event)

  • Branding on the Interactive Poll slides during the event, all pre-event notices, communications, and event documents at Interactive Poll Sponsor level.

Workforce Sponsor   $500 (Multiples Available)

  • Branding on all pre-event notices, communications, and event documents at Workforce Sponsor level.
  • Two registrations to one Future of Lodging Summit of your choice.

 

Thank you to our sponsors!

Presenting Sponsor
Red Roof
Programming Sponsor
Spectrum New Logo
Hospitality Sponsor

Cleveland

Riley Hotel Group

      
Interactive Poll Sponsors

Cleveland

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