New speakers announced for the 2023 State of the Industry! |
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Join us at 10 a.m. on March 22 for our special hospitality virtual event, the State of the Industry. The event is hosted by the Washington Hospitality Association's own President & CEO, Anthony Anton. Special guests include Jenn Pickett of Wenspok Companies and Patrick Yearout of Ivar’s & Kidd Valley Restaurants. Industry experts and operators will join us for a deep dive into labor trends and the Clean Buildings Act. |
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Are you subscribed to our Legislative Newsletter? |
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We just passed the halfway point of the 2023 legislative session, with many bills still in play that will impact hospitality. Our government affairs team is working with lawmakers on dozens of issues such as increasing state tourism funding, extending alcohol-to-go options and addressing growing public safety concerns. They’re also working to defeat bills that would harm our industry.
Keep up with the latest from Olympia and learn how you can be engaged by signing up for our weekly Legislative Newsletter. Contact your territory manager today! |
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The 2023 State of the Restaurant Industry Report is live! |
The 2023 State of the Restaurant Industry is out now for all members to access. See what's ahead for operators, consumers and the restaurant industry this year. With loads of information on how to prepare for this coming year also see what upcoming opportunities present themselves to make your business successful.
Here is a recap of what you missed with senior vice president of the National Restaurant Association, Hudson Riehle. In this webinar he discusses the findings of the report and addressed any questions that pertained to the topics. |
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With the Certified Food Protection Manager requirement going into effect on March 1, our ServSafe Manager classes are filling rapidly. If you have 10 or more employees, you can book a private class at your location. Contact training@wahospitality.org to book a date or register employees for a class on our website. |
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With our work opportunity tax credit, also known as WOTC, program, members can receive up to $9,600 in federal income tax credits per hire. Our partner will work with you to screen applicants and process all the required forms to claim tax credits. |
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ServSafe Manager is ANSI certified and satisfies the new Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) requirement in the state food code that went info effect MARCH 1.
Read more about this requirement here. |
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Seattle, Bargreen Ellingson:
MAY 4
Registration deadline APRIL 20
JUNE 1
Registration deadline MAY 18
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Spokane, Mt. Spokane High School:
APRIL 15
Registration deadline MARCH 31
MAY 6
Registration deadline APRIL 21
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Tacoma, Bargreen Ellingson:
MAY 8
Registration deadline APRIL 24
JUNE 12
Registration deadline MAY 29
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Vancouver, Bleu Door Bakery:
MARCH 27
Registration deadline MARCH 13
APRIL 3
Registration deadline MARCH 20
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Why are there ads and sponsors in your association newsletters? Advertisements and sponsorships help fund the association. All proceeds go right back into our four pillars: Advocacy, communication, workforce education and cost-saving programs for members. |
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