Hilton's 2026 Trends Report, drawing on Ipsos and Morning Consult surveys of 2,000+ U.S. workers, finds human-centered leadership, mentorship, and purpose outrank perks and technology as drivers of engagement and retention.
The MLA's 2026 Stars of the Industry event at Fenway Park drew 450+ attendees and honored top hotel employees, managers, and programs across Massachusetts, including an inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award class.
The Staffing Agency report reveals Canadian hospitality spending reached $104 billion in 2025, but operators struggle with high turnover despite hiring above pre-pandemic levels.
The AHLA Foundation's annual women's leadership event drew 1,000 hospitality professionals to Atlanta, featuring 50+ speakers and 20 breakout sessions focused on advancing women in executive roles.
The Foundation honored Sarai Jacko of Fairmont and Justin Knight of Apple Hospitality REIT at FORWARD/26 for advancing women's careers in hospitality leadership.
AAHOA partnered with Travel Portland to support women's career advancement through networking and mentorship opportunities at a dedicated forum.
The $15,000 grant funds Crime Stoppers, an anonymous reporting program operating since 1983 that offers cash rewards for safety tips.
Newport's Fairfield Inn Charlotte Matthews won Apple Hospitality REIT's Shining Apple Award while team member Tom Johnson earned individual Apple Award recognition.
The March 2026 conference in LA recognized chapter excellence across categories from education to membership growth, with Ontario chapters winning multiple awards.
Ray concludes a 40-year hospitality career, with Fernando Estala transitioning from Indianapolis Marriott Downtown to replace him in June 2026.
Kiana Beimes transformed OUTRIGGER Waikīkī Paradise Hotel's TripAdvisor ranking from #46 to #3 while building a team of female leaders and Princess Ka'iulani-inspired programming.
Penn State's hybrid master's program allows working hospitality professionals to advance their education while maintaining full-time hotel positions.
NAU's three-year hospitality degree addresses post-pandemic leadership shortages by cutting traditional program length while maintaining rigor through year-round scheduling.
Coast Hotels recognized top performers across 10 categories at its annual brand conference, including first-ever Lifetime Achievement Award.
Penn State offers $3,000 master's scholarships and $1,000 certificate scholarships to first 15 PRLA member employees enrolling fall 2026-2027.
The proclamation recognizes hotel training programs that have been completed 2.6 million times since 2020 through the No Room for Trafficking initiative.
The event raised a record $2.1 million with 75 companies participating, while data shows 17% of hospitality workers have substance use disorders.
Penn State's six-day summer program for juniors and seniors includes business visits, kitchen operations, and industry expert interactions.
The free curriculum, developed with survivor input, will be available through 2026 and joins Marriott's existing training completed over 2.6 million times.
Georgia officials and major hotel associations announced expanded human trafficking prevention training requirements for hospitality staff statewide.