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 central 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

June 10  @  2 p.m., Penn Harris Hotel, Camp Hill

The South Central 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

Dorenda Hamarlund

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

Brian Peffley, CEPC, CCE, AAC

Pastry Instructor, Lebanon County Career & Technology Center

Matthew Ross

Business Services Program Manager, SouthCentral PA Works

Leadership Panel

TJ Arrowood

Vice President of Operations, Talon Restaurants

Rebecca Hilton

Director of Human Resources/Culture Champion, Hilton Harrisburg/Greenwood Hospitality Group

Laura Robbins

Training & IT Coordinator, Kitchen Kettle Village

Marty Tarabar

Franchise Partner, Gecko Hospitality

Greg Thomas

Director of Food Services, Masonic Villages

Training Resources Panel

Reneé Hoggay

Manager of SRA Partner Relations, National Restaurant Association

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. 

PRLA Workforce Presentation

ServSafe Suite of Products Overview

ServSuccess Product Overview

PA Department of Corrections - Employer Information Packet

SCPa Works Website

PA CareerLink Learn & Earn Summer Program - Employer Info

Event Sponsors