Washington Hospitality Industry Webcast

Attention Washington hospitality employers! Stay updated with recent amendments to the Equal Pay Opportunity Act: ensure your job postings are compliant to avoid potential lawsuits. Join our upcoming webinar for an in-depth breakdown. Plus, dive into our new “Going Green” resource collection to align with sustainable regulations and save costs. As the post-pandemic phase unfolds, access archived COVID-19 resources and current guidelines to safeguard your business and staff. Stay informed and thrive with these essential insights. A special thank you to My Hospitality Insurance for their support. For more information, go to https://wahospitality.org/Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

This month, Anthony welcomes our brand-new Director of the Education Foundation, Sonja Halverson. The two discuss re-launching the program and how it will help your current and future employees. Anthony and Sonja mention the following links: ServSafe Manager classes  Lodging Excellence Handbook  Sen. Mark Mullet endorsement for governor  You can find links to the programs and items mentioned in this podcast in the show notes. If you have any questions, feel free to email us at [email protected]. Thank you to our sponsors, Hospitality Health Insurance and ERNwest. Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

In this episode, we cover key updates vital for Washington hospitality business owners. Discover the new Outdoor Heat Exposure Rules for employees and gain insights into our members-only webinar aimed at navigating today's challenging hiring landscape. Plus, stay compliant with the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act by updating your 'Know Your Rights' poster. From new state regulations to winning in the recruitment game, we've got the News You Need To Know. Find additional resources at wahospitality.org. Thanks for watching, and special thanks to Adesso for their sponsorship.Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

In this episode, we provide a crucial update on the Association's early endorsement for the 2024 governor's race, inform you about the U.S. Department of Labor's recent FMLA poster update, and share resources to prepare for an unfortunate rise in active assailant incidents. From political movements to workplace safety, stay informed about important matters affecting the Washington Hospitality sector. Also, register for our upcoming webinar focused on mitigating risks and preparing for potential threats of an active assailant event. Stay tuned for more News You Need to Know. For more information, go to https://wahospitality.org/Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

In this episode, Washington Hospitality Association President & CEO Anthony Anton and Senior Director of Communications Lex Nepomuceno sit down and talk about how we can measure if we are creating the pre-eminent hospitality climate in the world. Find the April episode of the CEO Podcast to listen to the ProStart students. If you have any questions, feel free to email us at [email protected]. Thank you to our sponsor, Adesso. Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

Hospitality businesses in the Pacific Northwest are facing staffing challenges despite the busy summer season. However, with school finishing soon, thousands of teenage workers will be looking for summer jobs, providing an opportunity for the industry to expand its hiring pool. Washington state has laws and regulations in place for minor workers, so businesses should check the Teen Labor Toolkit on wahospitality.org for information. With the warmer weather, it's important to remember safety rules for employees who work outside. The Washington Hospitality Association has created the Wildfire & Excessive Heat Toolkit, which includes resources like apps to monitor conditions. Additionally, the association offers a library of leadership podcasts for managers to better understand and manage the latest generation of employees. These podcasts can be found on the association's website or wherever podcasts are available. For more information, go to: https://wahospitality.org/Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

Discover the latest updates in the hospitality industry: alcohol home delivery is now permanently legal in Washington, thanks to the efforts of the Washington Hospitality Association. Find out more about the new law at wahospitality.org. Plus, catch expert advice from Rick Braa on managing a modern labor force and a members-only webinar on meal & rest period compliance to protect your business from lawsuits. Access these webinars and many more resources on the members-only site by requesting log-in information. Stay informed and ahead of the curve with News You Need To Know! For more information, go to: https://wahospitality.org/Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

Labor management in a new era is thorny. Employees expect more financially and managerially while having less experience than ever. Rick Braa discusses some of the most effective techniques to manage your labor force. Click here to watch the slideshow. Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

Oliver Kotelnikov of IBA and Robin Dode of SBA Commercial Lending Division of Banner Bank will present this webinar that will discuss: Overview of market demand & conditions: Are restaurants selling now? What are the key factors impacting value? Who are the buyers for hospitality businesses? What are buyers looking for in a business opportunity? If you have any questions, email [email protected]. Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

Washington Hospitality Association President & CEO Anthony Anton discusses the recent legislative session with our senior government affairs director Julia Gorton. Thank you to our sponsor, Adesso. We mention our Legislative wrap-up in this month's episode. You can email any questions to [email protected]  Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

The Long-Term Services and Supports Trust Act, known as WA Cares, requires Washington employers to collect premiums from their employees starting July 1. Resources to get started collecting and reporting premiums are available on the website, and complimentary sessions with industry experts are offered through the Advisory Network. In light of the high risk for meal and rest period violations class action lawsuits, the Washington Hospitality Association held a members-only webinar with employment lawyers, and a recording is available on the members-only site. Additionally, the Association has a packed calendar of webinars in May, including a market update presentation by IBA and a discussion on labor management by Hospitality Profit's Rick Braa, as well as multiple L&I webinars on the Equal Pay and Opportunity Act and Overtime Rules. For more information, go to: https://wahospitality.org/Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

The state's Equal Pay and Opportunities Act, which came into effect on January 1, requires employers with 15 or more employees to include salary and benefits information in external and internal job postings; employers that don't comply could face heavy fines. The Washington Hospitality Association has resources to help navigate these new rules, including a webinar and a toolkit called "Best Practices in 2023." The association is also hosting a members-only webinar on April 24 at 10 a.m. to provide the latest information on meal period and rest break class action lawsuits. The webinar will review the rules so employers can identify risks and learn practical information on how to protect their business. To register, visit the members-only site at access.wahospitality.org. First-time users can click on "need access" to get login information. For more information, go to: https://wahospitality.org/Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

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Welcome to the April episode of the CEO Podcast with Washington Hospitality Association President & CEO Anthony Anton. This month, we are so lucky to have the state winners of the management and culinary competitions at this year's Prostart competition! Today, we'll hear from the management team at Bonney Lake High School and the culinary team from Newport High School in Bellevue, WA. They'll tell us what they love about the ProStart program, their future plans in the industry and what they need from employers as high school students. Thank you and good luck to these students: Bonney Lake High School management team: Em McCollough, Mira Tynes, Kellyjo Hammond  Newport High School culinary team (Bellevue, Wash.): Armaan Virk, Cameron Poad, Brady Talich, Wesley Zhang  Thank you to our sponsor, Adesso. Links mentioned in the show: ProStart  ServSafe  Wage reports - Members-o nly access Questions? Email us at [email protected]  Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

Hospitality operators have a lot to consider in order to control costs. There are important customer disclosures, like signage and receipts, you need to make. Our HERO Manual has been updated with the latest information about credit card surcharges; Now that spring is here, the Northwest Hospitality Leadership Podcast is back from its winter break; If you missed last month’s State of the Industry event, then there is still time to watch it on our members-only site. For more information, go to: https://wahospitality.org/Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

Cybercrime and breaches are constantly evolving and are steadily on the rise. Eva Novick from Foster Garvey and Lynsee Wiegand from Parker, Smith & Feek discuss tools to protect and prepare your hospitality business from cyber incidents. They will also cover the most common cyber-attacks the hospitality industry faces and how to respond to an incident. Brought to you by My Hospitality Insurance.  Find the slideshow here.  Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

Join the Washington Hospitality Association’s 2023 State of the Industry virtual event on March 22 at 10 AM! Hear from CEO Anthony Antone, explore labor trends, and learn about the Clean Buildings Act. Register at wahospitality.org. Missed the event? Catch the replay on our Members-only site! Also, attend our Cybersecurity Webinar on March 29 at 10 AM to protect your business from cyber threats. Lastly, help us fight HB 1589, which threatens natural gas usage in new constructions, by visiting hospitalityhillclimb.org and urging your senator to vote no. Stay informed and thanks for watching! For more information, go to: https://wahospitality.org/Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

It is now law in Washington for most employers to include wage benefit and other compensation information in job postings; The latest Washington Hospitality Association CEO podcast talks about resources you can find; The 2023 state of the restaurant industry is now available for all members to access. For more information, go to: https://wahospitality.org/Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

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This month, Washington Hospitality Association President & CEO Anthony Anton sits down with Lex Nepomuceno, the association's senior communications director. Did you know that you can find resources of a $2,500 value from the Washington Hospitality Association's resources? It's not just emails and social media posts! Lex and Anthony talk about the new wage reports, the HERO, labor posters and toolkits and how they can help your business and how much you would save if you gathered all of this information yourself. Sponsored by My Hospitality Insurance. You can find the new wage reports and the HERO on our members-only site. Purchase extra copies of our labor posters here and all of our toolkits here.   If you want to join our Government Affairs Committee meetings or receive our Legislative News updates, email us at [email protected]. If you have any questions, email us at podcast @wahospitality.org. Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

Tourism funding, HB 1258 and SB 5465  Workforce Development, HB 1730, HB 1299 and HB 1658  Public Safety, SB 5056 and HB 1638  Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

The Washington State Senate is considering a change to the legal blood alcohol limit, which could have big impacts; there are new laws that hospitality operators need to be aware of in 2023 so the Washington Hospitality Association held a webinar that covered what you need to know; This year, the legislature is considering a thirteen million dollar boost to tourism. For more information, go to: https://wahospitality.org/Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

Today is the first cutoff date of the 2023 legislative session. Check out the video to see which bills are still alive. Be sure to visit our action center to help stop SB 5002 from passing the Senate. Alcohol to-go House bill Alcohol to-go Senate bill  Employee personnel records House bill Employee personnel records Senate bill  California FAST Act  Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

This month, Anthony sits down with David Blandford, executive director of the State of Washington Tourism. The two talk about the organization's first year of its re-branding and what they could do if the legislature approves $13 million for tourism promotion. Check the description for links to the web pages we mention in this show. If you have any questions, you can email us at [email protected]. Thank you to our sponsor, U.S. Bank. Other websites we mention in this podcast: Hill Climb 2023 replay  Access the 2023 HERO Lodging check-list   Clean Buildings Concierge Program  A presentation from State of Washington Tourism  Learn about tourism advocacy  Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

Bills we mention in this podcast: Senate Bill 5217 - Ergonomics  House Bill 1375 & SB 5448 - Alcohol to go House Bill 1730 - Minors working back of house House Bill 1658 - High school credit for work experience House Bill 1258 & Senate Bill 5465 - Tourism funding Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

Starting March 1st, the Washington State Food Code requires at least one certified food protection manager or CFPM per establishment. CFPM's must be certified through an American National Standards Institute accredited program. Washington Hospitality Association members can sign up for training and certification. Source through our quick bytes toolkit. The toolkit also has more information about this requirement; The Washington Hospitality Association is hosting a webinar to help you navigate the new employment and labor laws of 2023; Finally, we'd like to take this time to thank everyone who attended our virtual Hill Climb! For more information, go to: https://wahospitality.org/Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

Hill Climb 2023 coming up! Washington State law requires employers to provide rest breaks and meal periods if employees work shifts over a certain amount of time; This month's CEO podcast is about the economic forecast for 2023 featuring economist Steve Scranton. For more information, go to: https://wahospitality.org/Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

Legislation was passed that requires owners of buildings more than 50.000 thousand square feet to reduce their energy usage to meet or exceed prescribed energy usage intensity targets, which can vary depending on the building's usage type; Starting January 1st, Washington employers with 15 or more employees must include these three items in external and internal job postings: wage scale or salary range, a general description of all benefits, and a general description of other compensation that comes with the position. Failure to comply with these new requirements can result in stiff penalties; Be sure to check out the latest exclusive content on our members only site to learn everything you need to know to be compliant if you have questions about the H2B visa. For more information, go to https://wahospitality.org/Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

Representatives from the Washington Employment Security Department (ESD) walked us through upcoming changes to your unemployment insurance (UI) reporting, including changes to Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) codes. Sponsored by Clean Buildings Concierge Program. More links: Presentation slides  Spreadsheet of hospitality jobs  Important email addresses: Feedback about EAMS upgrade: [email protected]  General unemployment tax information: [email protected]  Tax rate or benefit charging information: [email protected]  General bulk filing information or questions: [email protected]  SOC code questions: [email protected]  Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

Welcome tothe January episode of the CEO Podcast with Washington Hospitality Association President & CEO Anthony Anton. This month, Anthony is out of town: filling in for him is the Chair of the Washington Hospitality Association Board, Brian Moreno, co-owner of a franchised business organization with McDonald's and Tiffany Turner, owner of Adrift Hotel and vice-chair of the board.  The two sit down with Steve Scranton, chief investment officer and economist at Washington Trust Bank, to discuss the economic outlook for 2023. Hill Climb 2023 is Jan. 30. Register at hospitalityhillclimb.org  If you have any questions, you can email us at [email protected]. Thank you to our sponsor payment processing.  Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

It’s time to turn our attention to the upcoming legislative session. The Washington Hospitality Association is once again gearing up for our annual legislative event: Hill Climb 2023: hospitality week on the hill. We anticipate lawmakers will be tackling several issues important to our industry. For more information, go to https://hospitalityhillclimb.org/Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

As a benefit for Washington Hospitality Association members, you can receive one complimentary labor poster every January. This one poster includes more than a dozen of required labor posters, and you can purchase additional copies for only $8 the workforce shortage is poised to be one of the biggest. Check out the Association's new employee recruitment toolkit which is designed to give you ideas that could help bring employees back to the hospitality industry. On January 1st, 2023 Washington employers with 15 or more employees will be required to include salary and benefits information and external and internal job postings For more information, go to https://wahospitality.org/Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

This month, Washington Hospitality Association President & CEO Anthony Antonsits down with Julia Gorton, Director of State Government Affairs. The two talk about the recent election in Washington state and the upcoming 2023 legislative session. Have questions? Email [email protected]. Here are some of the links mentioned in this podcast: Clean Buildings Concierge Program: Email [email protected]. Get your 2023 Labor Poster. Award winners from the hospitality conference. Thank you to our sponsor, HR Solutions. Sign up for text alerts during this legislative session: Text "SERVE" to 52886. Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

Matthew Gower and Doria Maselli of Behavioral Health & Recovery, a division of the Washington State Healthcare Authority, present information about 988, the new suicide prevention hotline. Find information about what this program can do for you or your employees. Click here to see the presentation slides. Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

If you receive relief through the Restaurant Revitalization Fund, there are two fast approaching deadlines you need to be aware of. Otherwise, your relief funds might be in jeopardy. A bonus episode of the Northwest Hospitality Leadership podcast is out now. The group discusses what work brings them joy, what brings frustration, and how knowledge of these areas helps them decide how to fill out their teams. For more information, go to https://www.wahospitality.orgSubscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

In this episode of the Washington Hospitality Association's CEO Podcast, President & CEO Anthony Anton sits down with Sean Kennedy, the executive vice president of public affairs at the National Restaurant Association. The two discuss lessons they each learned during the pandemic. Brought to you by My Hospitality Insurance.   Links from this episode: Government Affairs Listening Sessions  Quick Bites: Updates to the state food code  Minimum Wage Resources  Lodging Checklist - Members-only site Washington State Hospitality Conference  CEO Podcast with Chip Rogers of AHLA  Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

The Washington Hospitality Association has *so* many ways for you to get news and information… here are a few you might have missed. The latest episode of the Northwest Leadership Podcast sponsored by US Bank. Is out now. This one highlights a new way of leading. Along with the podcast… we have a webinar online now that discusses tips and tricks to find and hire new employees. For more information, go to https://www.wahospitality.orgSubscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

Suzan Sturholm, the owner and president of All things HR, discusses ideas to recruit & retain quality employees. All Things HR is a member of the Washington Hospitality Advisory Network. If you are a member of the Washington Hospitality Association, you can get a free 30-minute consultation with All Things HR, so if you are interested, please reach out to your territory manager. You can access Suzan's presentation slides here.  Thank you to Group Purchasing Solutions for sponsoring this webinar. Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

The upcoming CEO podcast is a discussion about the new wage and overtime threshold. Washington State announced a new statewide minimum wage of $15.74/hr. The city of Seattle's minimum wage jumps to $18.69/hr. for larger employers and small employers who don't pay at least $2.19 per hour toward the employees medical benefits or where the employee doesn't earn at least two nineteen an hour in tips for other small employers. In Seattle, the minimum wage increases to $16.50 an hour. This podcast will focus on what you can do to navigate your way through the new rates. The Washington State Department of Commerce is processing Working Washington 5 Grants, and they received a lot of them due to the large volume of applications. Application review will finish in late October. The Department of Commerce will notify. All applicants and funds will be dispersed to those who have been awarded a grant. Reminder if you've applied for a grant, this is your last chance to get a unique entity identifier number which is required to receive funds. Our financial relief toolkit has been updated with links to get your UE number and where to direct questions about the grant. The Association's Government Affairs Committee has made its decision on who to endorse. The full list of endorsements can be found on wahospitality.org. These endorsements were made after the association's state government affairs team met with more than 100 incumbents and challengers across the state on both sides of the aisle. The endorsed candidates are friendly to business and the hospitality industry and will help maintain balance in the state legislature. If you want to learn more about the issues this coming legislative session, make sure to register for one of our in person or virtual listening sessions. For more information, go to https://www.wahospitality.orgSubscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

Expert business broker Oliver Kotelnikov of IBA is back with advice on how to interview potential brokers when considering representation options. In this Q&A, you’ll learn the top ten questions when selling your hospitality business and associated commercial real estate. Some of these topics include: Experience and qualifications Fees and cost Marketing and selling expectations Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

Washington state announced a new, statewide minimum wage of $15.74. Listen as Washington Hospitality Association President & CEO Anthony Anton discusses the new wage and overtime threshold with Senior Communications Director Lex Nepomuceno in the October episode of the CEO Podcast. Brought to you by My Hospitality Insurance. Links to toolkits we mentioned in this podcast: Service Model Toolkit  Tech Toolkit  Register for our Government Affairs Listening Sessions  Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

On January 1st, 2023 the state's minimum wage will increase to $15.74 an hour. While many hospitality businesses are already paying above minimum wage, this increase will almost certainly push up wages across the industry, another requirement going into effect on January 1. Employers with 15 or more employees will be required to include salary and benefits information on job postings. Now let's get back to looking ahead at 2023 specifically the new legislative session. The association state government affairs team is planning to hold community meetings in October and November to share what they're working on this legislative session and hear from you about what you need as our industry moves past the pandemic. Visit our website to find a location near you, and if you can't make it, register for the virtual session. For more information, go to https://wahospitality.org/Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

Wildfires Toolkit updates and new resources; The National Restaurant Association just published the toolkit “always ready”… which provides actionable steps you can take to prepare, respond, and recover from a natural disaster; September is National Food Safety Month! For more information, go to wahospitality.org.Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

Today’s News You Need to Know includes new best practices to keep your employees and your guests safe from monkeypox, a reminder about the Working Washington 5 grant portal closing soon and the start of Food Safety Month. Important links: Monkeypox Best Practices  Working Washington 5 grant information  Food Safety Month  Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

This month, Washington Hospitality Association President & CEO Anthony Anton dives into the topic of Teen Labor--how tapping into this demographic can help with your labor shortage and what you need to know before you start hiring. First up, Anthony talks with Reed Simock, youth employment specialist with Labor & Industries. Later, Superintendent Chris Reykdal from the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction joins Anthony to discuss why employment is good for teens. Important links mentioned in this episode: Washington Hospitality Association Seattle Mariners Industry Appreciation Night  Quick Bites: Updates to the state food code  [Toolkit] Teen Labor   Labor and Industries Home page  Email [email protected] General hotline: 360-902-5316 Superintendent Chris Reykdal Superintendent Reykdal Releases Plan for Work Experience in School to Contribute to Graduation  If you have any questions about this month's episode, email [email protected]. This episode is sponsored by Healthcare Solutions. For more information, visit wahospitality.org . Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

From PCI compliance, email phishing, ransomware, data breaches and cyber liability insurance, the need to have a robust cybersecurity posture is critical today. The compliance and cyber insurance underwriting requirements are being updated to address the latest threats. Learn how to prepare and protect your business with appropriate technology and cyber insurance coverage. Join Washington Hospitality Advisory Network member Chad Mackay, founder of Brigado and Ashish Singh, director of technology, for an overview of current and future trends that will help you prepare for a proactive and secure stance. Sponsored by My Hospitality Insurance. https://myhospitalityinsurance.com/ Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

The application window for the Working Washington round 5 grants is now open. The Washington State Department of Commerce is accepting the applications for the next two weeks. Here are the top 5 details you need to know *before* applying. For more information, go to https://wahospitality.org/Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

The Washington State Department of Commerce will open applications for Working Washington Grants: Round 5 and Convention Center Grant Programs. Award amounts will vary and are subject to review and adjustment depending on application volume and reported losses. Awards will take into account previous Working Washington grant distributions. The application portal will open on Aug. 17 and will remain open until Sept. 9. You can find eligibility requirements and FAQs here. The application portal will be accessible at commercegrants.com. Remember – you will need a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number to receive Working Washington 5 grant funds. Representatives from the Department of Commerce joined the Washington Hospitality Association to discuss the Working Washington 5 grants. This webinar covers: an overview of the program a walk-through of the application process support resources You can view the presentation slides here. Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

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