UNLOCK THE FUTURE OF YOUR WORKFORCE IN 2024

There are countless resources and programs available to help you attract and retain talent. Where do you begin?

Join the Pennsylvania Restaurant & Lodging Association for an exclusive event tailored just for busy hospitality industry leaders. In one afternoon, we'll help you identify resources and programs in southwestern Pa., outline best practices for recruiting and developing your talent, and connect you to experts in the field. Best of all, it's FREE

Event Details

April 1  @  2 p.m., Hilton Scranton Hotel & Conference Center

The Northeastern PA Showcase features three sessions. First, learn how local industry leaders are using career pathways and company culture to develop and retain their talent. Next, PRLA and our industry partners will provide you with an overview of our versatile training programs. In the final session, you will discover the numerous resources available to you from local community organizations and how you can access these resources to meet your needs. 

Event Schedule

2 P.M.

2:15 P.M.

2:40 P.M.

3 P.M.

3:40 P.M.

4 P.M.

Arrival & Check-in

Leadership Panel

Training Resources Presentation

Community Resources Panel

Q&A

Networking & Reception

Meet the Speakers

Community Resources Panel

Jennifer Aquila

Education Relations Manager, Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau

Dorenda Hamarlund

Workforce Development Specialist, Pa. Department of Corrections—Office of Reentry 

Sam Hellen

Executive Director, Pocono Counties Workforce Development Board

Brenda Lidy

Associate Professor of Business & Hospitality Management, Keystone College

Leadership Panel

Janna Genzlinger

Senior Director of Human Relations, Settlers Hospitality Group

Eric Noone

Owner, The Frogtown Chophouse

Laura Palermo

Human Relations Business Partner, Lehigh Valley Restaurant Group

Mary Popovich

Vice President of Human Relations, Camelback Resort

Training Resources Panel

Hope Sterner

Director of Education, PRLA

Andrea Trubiano

Workforce Development Specialist, PRLA

Resources for Attendees

A collection of links, handouts, and other materials to help operators unlock their employees' potential. 

Settlers Hospitality Group

- Careers in Hospitality

- Employee Housing & Transportation

- Hiring Flyer

PA Department of Corrections

- Employer Information Packet

PA CareerLink Website

Poconos Counties Workforce Development Area Website

PRLA Presentation

Event Sponsors