In just four years, HR in Hospitality has earned recognition as the leading conference for senior-level human resource professionals in the hospitality industry. With sessions specifically designed to address the unique challenges faced by HR hospitality professionals, this conference truly is the only event of its kind.

From keeping track of the dizzying array of changes in labor law to tips on reducing employee turnover, you’ll find sessions to help you face day-to-day challenges and gain a fresh perspective on the bigger HR picture. Best of all, each session is developed by the nation’s premier experts and delivered by distinguished HR executives, attorneys and faculty from Cornell University’s School of Hotel Administration and the ILR School - so you get all the knowledge you need to be an effective leader.

"I attended the HR in Hospitality™ Conference in Las Vegas in March 2008. I was very pleasantly surprised at how applicable and informative the content was. I left the conference feeling very informed about what is "up and coming" in HR as well as how to handle many common HR issues in all areas of the hotel where I work. I would highly recommend this conference to anyone working in the HR field. I look forward to attending in 2009!"
-Jill Shroyer, HR/Payroll Manager, Homestead Resort, Midway, UT

"Excellent conference, from speakers to the location to the organizational setup to the content, a very well-rounded experience."
-Nikki Burmeister, Regional HR Director, ARAMARK Sports & Entertainment, Denver, CO

"HR in Hospitality™ 2008 was a spectacular conference offering the best in resources, talent, tips, and advice that I have ever experienced. The session's topics were well thought out, the schedules were timed perfectly, and the exceptional selection of guest speakers made the entire experience more than worthwhile to the HR Professional. I'm looking forward to attending the 2009 conference. One word that best describes the experience: Outstanding!"
-Danyel Bianchi-Matteson, Director of Human Resources, Chatham Bars Inn, Chatham, MA

“This was an excellent conference that was truly relevant to my day-to-day operational HR needs.”
-Daphne Haugh, HR Director, Resort at Squaw Creek, Olympic Valley, Calif.

“I am excited this conference exists now! It’s great to focus on important HR issues specific to our industry. Well done!”
-Diana Shukis, Partner, Cairncross & Hempelmann, P.S., Seattle, Wash.

“Good variety of session topics — and I look forward to the conference maturing over the next few years. I appreciate an HR conference with a Hospitality focus and plan on attending again.”
-Sheri Line, Corporate Director of Human Resources, Rosewood Hotels and Resorts, Dallas, Texas

“It was great to finally attend an HR conference that meets the needs of hospitality HR professionals. I especially liked the balanced feedback from panels with both HR experts and top Union representatives. It showed that HR and Unions can work together for professional development and betterment of the HR hospitality industry.”
-Andrea Haffar, Assistant Director, Human Resources, Elbow Beach Hotel, Hamilton, Bermuda

“Thank you for an excellent conference! I look forward to attending again.”
-Matthew T. Wakefield, Partner, Ballard Rosenberg Golper & Savitt, LLP, Universal City, Calif.

“Highly efficient and professional conference that was well organized and run very smoothly.”
-Catherine Littlefield, SPHR, Regional Director of Human Resources, Red Lion Hotels Corporation, Redding, Calif.

“I’m already looking forward to next year’s program! The opportunity to meet new HR people from around the country was great.”
-Bob Hester, Aqua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, Palm Springs, Calif.

“This was a wonderful educational experience. Having access to union leadership was especially valuable.”
-Kristina Pfeil, Director of Human Resources, Washington Athletic Club, Seattle, Wash.

“The conference was extremely well organized. From registration via phone…to the overall execution…everything was very well done. Maintenance of time lines was very much appreciated. The speakers were all very well prepared.”
-Andy Divine, Professor Emeritus, University of Denver, Denver, Colo

"I would highly recommend this conference. The speakers were excellent and I already plan to attend next year”.
-Robert Bookout, Director of Human Resources, Fort Sill Apache Casino, Lawton, Okla.

"The format was very accommodating to all levels of professionals attending. There was lots of variety and choice in the sessions.”
-Victoria Fabio, Director of Human Resources, SOHO House NY, New York, N.Y.

"Great conference for HR professionals and senior executives. As an operating officer I would recommend this conference to an owner/COO in the hospitality industry."
-Ken Thompson, Sr. Vice President/Operations & HR, Dimension Development Company, Inc.
San Antonio, TX

"As a second year attendee, I
am pleased with the development of the conference. I enjoyed last
year and felt the content being specific to HR in Hospitality™
was so important that I was joined this year by six of my property level HR Directors. Keep up the good work."
-Sheri Line, Corporate HR Director, Rosewood Hotels & Resorts, Dallas, TX

"This conference was truly helpful in developing my career in Human Resources. I cannot wait to see the new materials and innovations that are implemented next year."
-Michelle Newman, Director of Human Resources , Amelia Belle Casino, Amelia, LA

"In more than 20 years of attending conferences, HR in Hospitality by far produced the best group of speakers I have ever heard. The subject matter mastery was great!”
-Darrel Nott, General Manager, Fort Sill Apache Casino, Lawton, Okla.

"Finally, a conference for HR professionals in the Hospitality industry! There was something for everyone. Very well done!”
-Kendra Ruhl, HR Director, Hershey Entertainment & Resorts, Hershey, Pa.