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 southeastern Pa., outline best practices for recruiting and developing your talent, and connect you to experts in the field. Best of all, it's FREE! 

March 11  @  2 p.m., The Alloy Hotel — King of Prussia

The Southeastern 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. 

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

Brian Cummings

Program Manager — Economic Development, County of Bucks — Department of Workforce & Economic Development

Nancy Dischinat

Executive Director, Lehigh Valley WDB & CareerLink

Dorenda Hamarlund

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

Carey Snow

Director of Culinary Operations, Chester County Food Bank / FRESHStart Kitchen

Andrea Vaughn

Supervisor of Adult Education, Workforce Programs, and Grant Management, Chester County Intermediate Unit

Matt George

Owner, Plumsteadville Inn & PRLA Bucks-Mont Chapter President

Marc Liss

Senior Vice President, Jeff Miller Catering

Denise Maiatico

Vice President of Lehigh Valley, Meyer Jabara Hotels

Ghassan Moussa

Regional Operations Director, Red Robin — Neshaminy

Marty Tarabar

Franchise Partner, Gecko Hospitality

Hope Sterner

Director of Education, PRLA

Andrea Trubiano

Workforce Development Specialist, PRLA

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

Bucks County Workforce & Economic Development Department

- Bucks County CareerLink Flyer

- Incumbent Worker Training

- On the Job Training Flyer

PA Department of Corrections - Employer Information Packet

Chester County Technical High School - Reciprocal Interviewing Toolkit

PRLA Resources / Slide Deck