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 your region, outline best practices for recruiting and developing your talent, and connect you to experts in the field. Best of all, these events are FREE! 

Explore cutting-edge strategies and resources to nurture talent.

Identify new sources for employee recruitment.

Expand your network.

PRLA is hosting 7 regional events, each with dynamic speakers and industry leaders who will provide you with insights on talent identification, career development pathways, and resources available to unlock your team's potential. 

ServSuccess training and certifications support career progression for restaurant and hospitality workers. We'll be giving away courses at each event and attendees will receive a special discount for a future ServSuccess purchase.

Each event will close with a reception so you have a chance to grow your network and dive deeper into the strategies that work for your peers. 

MARCH 4

3 – 5 PM

NORTHWESTERN PA

Ambassador Conference Center — Erie

Speakers from  PACareerLink, PA Department of Corrections, The Brewery at Union Station, Scott Enterprises

MARCH 5

2 – 5 PM

SOUTHWESTERN PA

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown 

Speakers from  Lawrence County CareerLink, Partner4Work, PA Department of Corrections, Café Momentum, National Restaurant Association, Forbes Road CTC, Community College of Allegheny County, Common Plea Catering, The Westin, Live! Casino

MARCH 11

2 – 5 PM

SOUTHEASTERN PA

The Alloy Hotel — King of Prussia

Speakers from Lehigh Valley CareerLink, Bucks County Department of Workforce & Economic Development, PA Department of Corrections, Red Robin, Plumsteadville Inn, Meyer Jabara Hotels

APRIL 1

2 – 5 PM

NORTHEASTERN PA

Hilton Scranton Hotel & Conference Center — Scranton

Speakers from Pocono Workforce Development Board, PA Department of Corrections, Monroe County Technical Institute, Lehigh Valley Restaurant Group, Settlers Hospitality, Frogtown Chophouse, Camelback Resort, Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau

MAY 23

2 – 5 PM

CENTRAL PA

The Graduate Hotel — State College

Speakers from PA Department of Corrections and more to be announced

JUNE 3

2 – 5 PM

PHILADELPHIA

Courtyard Marriott Philadelphia - South at the Navy Yard

Speakers from PhilaWorks, Universal Audrenried, PA Department of Corrections, TDM, and more to be announced

JUNE 10

2 – 5 PM

SOUTHCENTRAL PA

Penn Harris Hotel — Camp Hill

 Speakers from PA Department of Corrections, National Restaurant Association and more to be announced